Mountmellick Goes to Hollywood Gala Fundraiser Raises Over €100,000 for Laois Soccer Club
Mountmellick United FC has successfully raised more than €100,000 to upgrade its club facilities following a Hollywood-themed gala event held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, Ireland Live News reported. The fundraiser brought a large crowd to the Midlands Park Hotel in Portlaoise for a community-driven night of local cinema and awards.
The Field Sweeps the Board at Midlands Park Hotel
The cinematic showcase culminated in top honors for the feature presentation The Field, which dominated the evening’s categories and secured the Best Film Award. Lead actor Sean Connolly earned the trophy for Best Actor during the festivities on October 17, 2026. Attendees including Shane and Michelle Christle, Maura Kenny, Claire Conroy, Gary Donoher, John Nelson, Shane O’Connell, Aoife Bourke, Ava Conroy, and Maisy O’Hanlon filled the Portlaoise venue to watch local talent step in front of the camera.
Mountmellick Utd FC Celebrates Community Spirit at Gala
Organized in partnership with Clubfundraiser, the gala celebrated local participation and community involvement throughout the evening. “The talent, the laughter, the excitement and, above all, the incredible community spirit made this a night to remember,” Mountmellick Utd FC stated in a public message shared on Facebook. The club extended congratulations to all winners, nominees, and participants who contributed to the production of the event.
Facility Upgrades Funded by Local Cinema Night
The proceeds exceeding €100,000 are earmarked directly for infrastructure improvements at the Laois soccer club grounds. Club organizers emphasized that the funds will support necessary modernizations to better serve players and supporters in the local community following the successful conclusion of the Portlaoise gala.
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