AIB Awards €26,000 to Kilkenny School for Student Development

URGENT UPDATE: The School of the Holy Spirit in Kilkenny has just received a significant boost of €26,000 from the AIB Community €1 Million Fund. This funding, announced earlier today, will directly support the establishment of a vital School Leavers Hub, aimed at equipping students for independent living, further education, and employment.

AIB initiated this community-focused initiative by inviting customers, the public, and staff to nominate registered charities that resonate with local causes. The School of the Holy Spirit emerged as the successful nominee from Kilkenny, reflecting the community’s collective effort and support.

Principal AnnMarie Butler expressed her excitement about the funding, stating, “We are thrilled to receive this funding from the AIB Community €1 Million Fund, which will allow us to expand our students’ experiences.” Butler emphasized the invaluable impact of AIB’s support on local organizations, highlighting the positive changes seen in other funded groups last year.

Notably, Butler acknowledged the community’s role in securing this funding: “The public’s nomination makes this particularly remarkable for us. It’s lovely to see how our small school community was able to reach out into the wider community here in Kilkenny.”

The newly established School Leavers Hub will provide a dedicated space and program designed to prepare young people for active participation in their communities, ensuring they are well-equipped for their future endeavors.

Butler extended her gratitude to everyone who voted, especially those who work closely with the school, and acknowledged Jason Dempsey and the staff at the Kilkenny High Street branch for their support in the nomination process.

As the School of the Holy Spirit gears up to implement this exciting initiative, the community eagerly anticipates the positive outcomes for students. The urgency of this funding underscores the importance of local support in fostering educational opportunities and community engagement.

Stay tuned for more updates on the impact of this funding and how it will transform the School of the Holy Spirit’s offerings.