Titanic Quarter and Belfast Harbour Raise £5,159 for Northern Ireland Hospice

Titanic Quarter and Belfast Harbour Raise £5,159 for Northern Ireland Hospice

Titanic Quarter and Belfast Harbour are proud to announce that together they have raised an impressive £5,159 for Northern Ireland Hospice, following a series of staff-led fundraising activities throughout September.

The fundraising efforts included a Coffee Morning, a Charity Car Wash, and culminated in the team (Hull Yeah!) taking part in the Northern Ireland Hospice Dragon Boat Race on the River Lagan on Friday 12 September.

Despite the unpredictable Northern Irish weather forcing a location change, the Coffee Morning – originally planned for the City Quay Gardens – was warmly hosted in the beautiful surroundings of the Belfast Harbour Commissioners Office. Employees from Belfast Harbour’s Clarendon Offices and neighbouring businesses came together to enjoy refreshments and contribute generously to the cause.

This was followed by a highly successful Charity Car Wash on Thursday 11 September at The Paddock in Titanic Quarter. The event received valuable support from Balloo Hire Centre and Forfey Ltd, who donated essential supplies for the day. Staff, partners and local businesses including Flynn, RYACK, HBO, Maritime Belfast Trust and Titanic Hotel Belfast participated by getting their vehicles washed, while Glen and Maggie from Championship Ireland further boosted fundraising efforts by donating two VIP Belfast International Tattoo tickets for a raffle prize.

The two months of activities concluded with the NI Hospice Dragon Boat Race, where the joint Titanic Quarter and Belfast Harbour team took to the water in the spirit of collaboration and community. Although the team did not claim podium success – affectionately blaming the “dodgy Yellow Boat” – the event was a highlight, showcasing teamwork, determination, and strong support for Northern Ireland Hospice across two days of racing.

Special recognition goes to Shona Anderton for coordinating and driving all Titanic Quarter fundraising efforts throughout the month.

The £5,159 raised will make a meaningful and measurable difference to the work of Northern Ireland Hospice, which could help to fund:

• Five nights of specialist care in the Adult In-Patient Unit, providing comfort, dignity, and round-the-clock support for people living with life-limiting illnesses
• A full month of Hospice at Home care, offering 27 hours of compassionate, professional support each week to an adult or child in the comfort and familiarity of their own home
• A full year of bereavement support for six families, helping them navigate loss with guidance, space, and hope during the most difficult of times.

Speaking on behalf of Titanic Quarter, [Shona Anderton, PA to Chief Executive] said:

“We are incredibly proud of the generosity and enthusiasm shown throughout this year’s fundraising efforts. Supporting Northern Ireland Hospice is a cause close to the hearts of many, and these funds will go directly toward helping local families when they need it most. Thank you to everyone who contributed, volunteered, or participated.”

Titanic Quarter extends sincere thanks to its staff, neighbours, partner organisations, and all who supported the events throughout August and September. Together, these efforts demonstrate the strength of community and the positive impact that corporate collaboration can achieve.