Obair Newmarket on Fergus CLG
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Mission Statement
To create a united, vibrant community working together in harmony for the benefit of all
About This Cause
Obair Newmarket on Fergus CLG is a vibrant, community-based organisation in the heart of County Clare, dedicated to supporting people of all ages and abilities. For over three decades, we have evolved in response to the needs of our community — growing into a trusted provider of services across early years and school-age childcare, elder care, youth development, employment support, and social enterprise. While our most visible operations — such as Meals on Wheels and childcare services — serve hundreds of families and individuals each week, a significant part of our impact happens behind the scenes. We actively employ and support individuals from target groups, including young people, those returning to work, and individuals who have been distanced from the labour market. Through training placements, youth employment schemes, and government programmes, we provide opportunities to gain hands-on experience, build confidence, and progress. We also fully fund upskilling and education, including access to third-level degree programmes — helping people grow their careers, whether within Obair or as a stepping stone to wider opportunities. What We Do Childcare Services We offer high-quality, inclusive care for children from infancy through their teenage years. Our early years crèche provides a nurturing, play-based learning environment. We also run afterschool programmes for both primary and post-primary students, providing a safe, supportive space with homework support, creative activities, and opportunities for social connection. Meals on Wheels Our Meals on Wheels programme delivers hundreds of nutritious, home-cooked meals weekly to older adults in Newmarket on Fergus and surrounding areas. More than just food, this service offers vital social contact and support for those who may be isolated or vulnerable. We operate with a strong local purchasing policy, sourcing ingredients locally wherever possible to support businesses within our community. Youth Initiatives We run a range of youth programmes that support young people’s personal and social development. Through targeted interventions, creative projects, and leadership opportunities, we help young people develop skills, resilience, and confidence for their futures. O’Regan Park We manage and maintain O’Regan Park, a community green space that serves as a hub for recreation, wellbeing, and environmental awareness. The park features walking trails, a playground, and hosts regular community events — making it a welcoming space for all ages. Community Environment Project Our environment team provides essential landscaping and litter collection services across Newmarket on Fergus village. This work helps keep public areas clean, attractive, and well-maintained — enhancing the environment for everyone in our community. Community Shop Operated weekly from our Tradaree Centre, the Community Shop is a social food initiative powered by FoodCloud. For a small registration fee and a nominal weekly contribution, families can receive a bag of quality food worth significantly more — reducing food waste while supporting households experiencing food insecurity. Enterprise and Incubation Hubs Within the Tradaree Centre, we operate three HACCP-approved micro-kitchen spaces available for rent by start-up food businesses. These incubation units offer an affordable, low-risk opportunity for entrepreneurs to develop and test their food products, engage with the market, and grow their business before committing to a permanent premises. School Meal Projects Obair also delivers school meal programmes, ensuring children in local schools receive nutritious meals that support learning, health, and concentration. Like with Meals on Wheels, we apply our local purchasing policy to source ingredients from suppliers within our own community wherever possible. At Obair, everything we do is grounded in community, inclusion, and opportunity. Whether delivering a meal, caring for a child, supporting a young entrepreneur, or providing someone with their first job or qualification, our goal is to build a stronger, more connected, and more resilient community — together. None of this would be possible without our incredible team of employees, volunteers, and funders, who enable us to deliver on our mission every day.