Keep an eye out for the lads 'Jammin for Jarrah' in Navan

On Saturday, musician Ben Folkman and six friends will play at Navan Shopping Centre as part of his 32 gigs in 32 countries in seven days tour to raise funds for his severely disabled five-year-old son Jarrah.
Saturday will be the final day of the tour which finishes up with a grand final concert in Errigal Country House Hotel in Cootehill, Co Cavan.
‘Jammin for Jarrah’ will raise funds for Ben’s son Jarrah who was born in 2011 with Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy, CVI Blindness and Refractory Epilepsy

Having a child with severe neurological and physical limitations has been extremely challenging for the family but now that Jarrah is getting older it’s becoming intensely more of a challenge.

As Jarrah grows his parents will struggle to safely lift him into the car seats, the bath and up the stairs – everyday tasks that most parents take for granted.

Having the correct equipment is crucial for Jarrah, it would provide him with comfort and opportunities to live a full life.
Jarrah’s father Ben, through his love and passion for music launched ‘Jammin for Jarrah’ as the primary fundraiser for Jarrah’s cause.

Ben and six friends embarked on an epic musical journey on Sunday the 19th of June around the 32 Counties of Ireland playing 32 gigs in just 7 days, aiming to play in one social club or popular spot in every county on the island of Ireland.

 

They hope to delight each town with their raw talent building awareness and raising money for such a wonderful, deserving little boy.
“Jarrah has the whole town rallying together and it looks like he’s now set to inspire the country.

'That’s why we’re setting out on this mission, to spread awareness, and to also raise much needed funds so Jarrah can get the supports he needs and deserves.

'He’s growing bigger fast and often has to be carried. He needs special equipment and funds raised will go directly towards that. This initiative is also a celebration of his life and his courageous spirit. He’s just such a beautiful young boy, I’d do anything for him. He deserves a decent life like any of us,” said Ben.

Details of all locations and how to donate are on www.32gigs.com. See also ‘Jammin for Jarrah’ on Facebook.