Community Welfare & Outreach
Visiting the isolated and elderly, accompanying people through illness and bereavement, and offering practical help to those in hardship.
Programmes
Tuam, Co. Galway · Since our foundation
Compassion lived quietly, in service of every neighbour.
Rooted in the Franciscan tradition of simplicity and solidarity, we accompany vulnerable people, support families and nurture community life across County Galway and Ireland.
Vicar Street, Tuam
A presence in the heart of the town
From our house on Vicar Street, the Corporation of Trustees for the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary holds and administers the charitable works of the Sisters in Ireland. Our doors are open to those who are lonely, unwell, struggling or simply in need of a listening ear.
We work in partnership with parishes, local services and volunteers, so that care reaches people where they live — with dignity, discretion and warmth.
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What we do
Our charitable programmes
Social Care & Grassroots Assistance
Working with families, migrants and people on the margins, providing a welcoming space and support that respects each person's dignity.
Programmes
Education & Community Development
Nurturing learning, faith formation and community leadership, so that people can grow in confidence and build up their own communities.
ProgrammesOur commitments
How we hold ourselves to account
RCN 20014575
Entered on the Register of Charities maintained by the Charities Regulatory Authority.
Charities Governance Code
Trustees oversee our work in line with the Code published by the Regulator.
Annual reporting
Annual reports and financial statements are filed with the Regulator each year.
GDPR
Personal information is handled carefully, lawfully and only for the purpose given.
Community life
Moments from our shared life
Get involved
Walk alongside us
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Volunteer
Give an hour of your week to visiting, befriending or helping at community gatherings.
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Donate
A gift of any size helps us respond quickly to families and individuals in difficulty.
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Partner
Parishes, schools and local organisations can work with us on shared community projects.