Irish Sailing / Royal Irish Yacht Club

Darkness Into Light Fundraiser organised by Valda Boardman

Our fundraising will help Pieta provide

4 helpline hours

1 crisis counselling sessions

0 therapy sessions

Welcome Dawn on the Water - Sail Darkness into Light

Wow, this is the fourth year of "Sail Darkness into Light", an initiative I am proud to have introduced in 2022 and I’m grateful for Irish Sailing’s national backing of this initiative, the partnership formed with Pieta, the support of my club RIYC, all Dun Laoghaire clubs and many many clubs nationally.

2023 saw 130 boats; 2024 saw 175 boats.

2025...how big can we go! Greeting the dawn on the water is a very special experience and what a way to support amazing charity Pieta. Come join us ⛵️ 💛

Supporting Darkness Into Light 2025, helps raise vital funds for Pieta and people affected by suicide and self-harm.

85% of Pieta's funding comes from fundraising events like Darkness Into Light, which is proudly supported by Electric Ireland.

Thank you so much for your support.

My Challenges

My pledge to help people in crisis

Added a Profile Picture

Shared Fundraising Page

Received First Donation

I’ve raised €72 to fund 6 helpline calls

I’ve raised €135 to fund 3 crisis therapy sessions

Fundraising Target Reached

Thank you to my Sponsors

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Valda Boardman

Please note, the registration process is in English. If you need support completing registration please reach out to your closest participating venue via the Facebook Group.

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