Killarney

By Michelle Crean
<h3>A number of Barraduff locals have set the wheels in motion to raise funds for a very worthy charity.</h3>
They are planning to get on their bikes after Christmas for a spinning fundraiser, which takes place on Thursday, December 30 in Barraduff Community Centre in aid of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust (KBRT). It is being organised by Jenny McCarthy and Declan O&#8217;Donoghue of Triumph Coaching, along with the support of the Barraduff Community Field Organisation.
 The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust aims to alleviate the financial hardship of bereaved families repatriating the body or bodies of loved ones who have died abroad in sudden or tragic circumstances back to Ireland.
 &#8220;The event itself will see six 40 minutes spinning classes being held with all donations on the day going towards this wonderful charity,&#8221; Jenny said.
 &#8220;The reward for those who wish to participate will not only be supporting a worthy cause but tea, cakes, and lots of treats will be available afterwards.&#8221;
 A coffee morning is also being organised as part of the fundraiser, open to everyone that morning &ndash; not just spinners!
 &#8220;Our key concern is that participants and supporters on the day stay as safe as possible. We will be adhering strictly to Government guidelines and all necessary precautions will be in place throughout the venue,&#8221; she added.
 The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust was founded in 2013 following the tragic death of Kevin Bell, aged 26 years, in New York. Repatriation can cost up to &pound;12,000 depending on the circumstances of the death, local charges, and hospital release costs.
 &ldquo;KBRT have now repatriated 1,195 loved ones to their families in Ireland, with 32 of those being to Kerry alone, from countries worldwide such as Australia, Argentina, South Korea, USA, Canada, Ecuador, Cambodia, India, Uganda to name just a few. The Trust repatriates approximately 15-20 loved ones back to Ireland per month. We are asking as many people as possible to participate in this fun event to help raise funds for this charity which has touched so many people&rsquo;s lives. If you can&rsquo;t make the event itself there is an opportunity to donate via the iDonate fundraising page: &#8216;JenniferMcCarthy&#8217;, and all contributions are gladly welcome.&#8221;
 Spinning sessions are running from 9am to 1.30pm on the day and if you&rsquo;d like to book please contact Jenny on 086 1037496 or Declan on 087 6945188.

Barraduff locals to take on charity spin

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