This Christmas,
someone will be missing.

For many people bereaved by suicide, the holiday season can bring grief into sharper focus.

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An empty chair.
A missing voice.
Christmas forever changed.

While others gather to celebrate, many are navigating feelings of loss, loneliness and isolation.

For some, HUGG becomes a lifeline.

Give a HUGG this Christmas

By supporting HUGG, you can help ensure that nobody carries the weight of suicide loss on their own.

Your gift helps provide

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Peer support groups led by trained volunteers with lived experience

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A telephone support line providing emotional support and practical information

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Pop-up grief cafés, walks and community connection events

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Information, resources and signposting for people bereaved by suicide

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Training and support for volunteers who accompany others through suicide loss

60,000

Up to 60,000 grieving people in Ireland may need our support
every year

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When your world is falling apart after a suicide, there are times you might feel suicidal yourself. Talking with others who understand is lifesaving because you know you are not alone.
Elaine
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I've lost three men to suicide - my father, my uncle and a friend. I think the workshops with a physical task are a great way to get people to open up and process feelings while working with your hands.
Anonymous

A donation to HUGG is more than a gift. It is a meaningful expression of compassion and support for people facing one of life's most difficult experiences.

Please donate today. Because their absence doesn't disappear after Christmas.

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Make your gift go further

Donations totalling €250 or more in a year can be worth 45% more to HUGG if you are an Irish taxpayer, through the Charitable Donation Scheme.

Giving with confidence

HUGG is a member of Charities Institute Ireland and holds the Triple Lock standard. Read our Donor Charter .