Since Anam Cara Fasgadh was established, all that the charity has achieved has been due to the generosity of our fundraisers, donors and CAF supporters.

In May 2024, with Poppy’s Place nearly fully booked for the whole of 2024, the Trustees decided to launch the Cùram Cala Retreat campaign to raise funds for a second haven of peace and tranquillity.

Anam Cara Fasgadh charity was founded on 30th May 2018, following the success of cofounder Michael McGuire’s petition PE01697 calling for the abolition of child funeral fees. On the 6th anniversary of the founding of the charity, the Trustees agreed to contribute £5,000 of funds towards the Cùram Cala Retreat campaign.

Securing the Future of Poppy’s Place:

In February 2025, following discussions with the owners of the family-run Tralee Bay site, it was confirmed that the lease for Poppy’s Place will conclude on 31st December 2025. However, recognising the profound impact this sanctuary has on the bereaved families we support, both Anam Cara Fasgadh and Tralee Bay’s owners agreed on a way forward. To ensure families continue to have access to this peaceful retreat in Argyll, Anam Cara Fasgadh has been given the opportunity to purchase a new caravan with a 13- to 15-year lease, securing our presence at Tralee Bay for years to come.

With Poppy’s Place set to move to a new location in January 2026, the Trustees are now actively seeking up to £83,000 in funding, having launched the Cùram Cala Retreat Campaign. The costings include £50,000 – £68,000 for the purchase of the new caravan, alongside £15,000 to cover essential costs such as annual site fees, electricity and gas, weekly cleaning, groceries, and welcome gifts for families.

By securing this funding, we can continue offering a place of peace and healing to bereaved families, ensuring that Poppy’s Place remains a sanctuary for years to come.

BUT WE CANNOT BUY CURAM CALA WITHOUT YOU!

Please donate what you can or chat with us about setting up your own fundraising campaign!

Cùram is Gaelic for care / protection / attentiveness, and has a deep Celtic spirituality to it ~ Cala is Gaelic for harbour / anchorage / haven ~ together they encompass our ambitions for providing love and care in a safe haven for bereaved souls.

We are very open to discussing possible sites to move Poppy’s Place to in Jan 2026, so if you think you know the perfect place for our next property, get in touch by emailing Irene on info@anamcarafasgadh.org.

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