Float for a Boat - Raising funds for Cahore's New Lifeboat
- Pat Nolan
- Jul 22
- 2 min read
On the 22nd of August 2025, CIRS crew members Tom O’Connor and Conor Burke will suit up in their offshore rescue gear and spend 24 hours immersed in the waters of Cahore to raise funds for a new lifeboat which will allow Cahore Inshore Rescue Service to remain functioning.
Cahore Inshore Rescue Service is a fully volunteer-run lifeboat and lifeguard organisation, dedicated to saving lives along the beautiful South-East coastline of Ireland.
CIRS receive only a small grant allocation from the government — so every rescue, every patrol, and every life saved is thanks to the generosity of donations.
Cahore Inshore Rescue Service was founded in 1995 following the tragic drowning of a local woman. Ever since CIRS volunteers have worked tirelessly to protect both locals and visitors — many of whom swim in Cahore and the surrounding areas every day, all year round. People know they can come here, enjoy the sea, and feel safe.
CIRS have launched this fundraiser to raise €35,000 for a new rescue boat. The current D-Class inshore lifeboat is nearing the end of operational life. This vessel is at the heart of our emergency response — it saves lives, supports local events, and allows CIRS to respond to emergencies along the beautiful coast from Roney Point to Curracloe.
With your support, Cahore Inshore Rescue Service hope to:
• Raise €35,000 to purchase a reliable second-hand boat that will serve the community for another number years.
• Ideally, raise a higher amount to purchase a brand new boat, offering a longer lifespan and greater long-term safety.
Cahore Inshore Rescue is made up of 12-14 crew member volunteers — ordinary people who give up their time to train and be ready for that call when someone needs help. They train every weekend, practising rescue drills and staying prepared, because in life-saving work, reliability is everything.
It costs €20,000 each year just to keep this service running. That’s fuel, maintenance, training, and equipment — all funded by community donations. Without your support, this service simply couldn’t exist.
To donate and help Cahore Inshore Rescue Service continue it's fantastic work, click on the link below:
