Laois pensioner to do Concern 24 hour fast asking for local support
‘No child should have to suffer from hunger’ - Mountmellick humanitarian Alice Culliton
Mountmellick pensioner Alice Culliton aged 79, is preparing once again for a 24 hour fast for Concern.
Retired teacher Alice has dedicated nearly 50 years to volunteering with Concern Worldwide, including a stint of volunteering in Africa.
The kind hearted lady will once again hold her annual Concern Fast and Collection Day at SuperValu, Mountmellick, on Friday, November 27.
This year's Concern Fast is raising vital funds for families facing devastating hunger and conflict, including those affected by the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan.
Alice gives the example of Khadidja, a mother of six who was forced to flee Sudan with her children and seek safety in a refugee camp in neighbouring Chad.
“Struggling to earn enough money to feed her family, Khadidja watched her seven-month-old daughter, Yassira, grow weaker from hunger.
“Thankfully, Yassira received life-saving treatment at a Concern-supported health clinic, where she was given emergency therapeutic food to treat her acute malnutrition.
“With more than 21 million people facing severe food insecurity in Sudan, this year's campaign highlights the urgent need to support families like Khadidja's and ensure children receive the nourishment and care they desperately need,” she said.
Alice hopes the people of Mountmellick and Laois will once again show their generosity and compassion and give generously to her for her collection.
"The kindness and generosity of the people of Mountmellick never fail to amaze me.
“After nearly 50 years of supporting Concern, I know that every contribution, no matter how small, can make a real difference. No child should have to suffer from hunger, and together we can help families like Khadidja's find hope for the future," she said.
Members of the public are warmly encouraged to visit Alice at SuperValu, Mountmellick, on the day and support Concern's life-saving work.
Concern Christmas Street collections will also take place on that day in Portlaoise.
Contributions can also be donated through this fundraiser link https://fundraise.concern.net/alice-culliton-2026