A specially commissioned Belleek
plate is helping raise money for the
victims of the Twin Towers disaster
in New York on September 11.Belleek Pottery was invited to design the piece, which features a
painting of the Twin Towers set against the Manhattan skyline
and bordered by the Irish and American flags, by the Irish
American Disaster Relief Fund (IADRF) .
Commenting on the piece, Mr. John Maguire, Managing Director
of Belleek Pottery Ltd said: "Everyone at Belleek Pottery was
deeply saddened by the tragic events of September 11 and we
were honoured when the IARDF approached us to help them
with their fundraising efforts for the victims of the terrorist attacks.
The Irish American Disaster Relief Fund embodies the
determination and spirit of the Irish American people and we feel
privileged to be associated with the Fund by designing this plate
on their behalf".
IADRF Chairman Ray Burns said of the Belleek donation: "We
feel this plate provides a fitting way to commemorate the victims
of the September 11 tragedy and at the same time raise much
needed funds for the survivors and their families. I have no
doubt that the Twin Towers Plate will be cherished by everyone
who acquires one".
The plate is on sale via the IARDF internet website:
www.IrishAmericanFund.org and from the Belleek Pottery Visitor
Centre. $50 from the sale of each plate will be donated directly
to the IARDF fund.
A specially commissioned Belleek
plate is helping raise money for the
victims of the Twin Towers disaster
in New York on September 11.