Clann Uí Chléirigh was formally launched September 2009.

Clann Uí Chléirigh is Irish for the “Clarkes” family .The scheme is along the lines of Club Tyrone where members join to support their Club. There is no monthly draw or raffle, in the best GAA traditions people willingly give their time and money with no expectation of return.

The objective of   Clann Uí Chleirigh  is to make sure that the legacy of the GAA in Dungannon lasts through supporting and developing Gaelic Games in our local area. Our goal is simple - to provide a better lifestyle for present and future generations of our community and we need your support to do this.

 

What Do We Offer

• Coaching for 300 youngsters in the area.
• Outdoor activities, encouraging a positive healthy lifestyle and an opportunity to develop a social network of friends.
• Facilities which are available for local school and community events.
• An identity, a sense of belonging to a community, a team, a family.

 

Why is your money needed?

To meet the annual running costs of our club as outlined below. It is also required to meet the costs required to complete developments projects that the club will be embarking on over the next few years, which is beginning now with a complete upgrade of our training facilities which will benefit all clubs in the town who make use of them.

Below you will see a brief breakdown of some of the major expenditure items per annum:

Ground Maintenance & Repairs	£2,500
Transport  Costs	£3, 000
Players Injury Insurance Premiums	£2, 700
Water Charges & Rates	£4, 300
Registration Fees & Building Insurance	£4 ,800
Heating & Electricity	£5,000
Medical Expenses	£3,000
Total Costs                               25,300

This only details the  major costs there are many more incidental but necessary costs incurred which bring the total  running costs close to £ 40,000 .Those  club running costs as you are well aware continue to rise year on year. This coupled with expenditure required to complete our new developments and will stretch our financial resources to the limit.

 

How can you help?

 Join Clann Uí Chléirigh a group of people in our community who are willing to support both the continuing development and day to day running costs of our club through a monthly contribution of at least £10. I know that you will want to be part of making certain that what we as club offer is there not just for the present but for the next 100 years and beyond. If you want to join contact Damien Cahalane 02887723956.