Emmet and Geraldine Malone, together with their family, friends and supporters raised the incredible £24,589 in memory of their son, ‘Wee James’, through the ‘Wee James Tractor Run in Leitrim, County Down’.
The money raised was formally presented to Seamus McCabe MBE, Chief Executive Officer of PIPS Hope & Support at a cheque presentation held on 31 July 2026.
Organisers say the tractor run was a marvellous day for the whole community, made even more enjoyable by the fantastic weather and large crowds who filled the fields throughout the day and enjoyed the many activities on offer.
Organisers added that the wonderful turnout reflected the strong community spirit and the tremendous support shown to the Malone family and PIPS Hope & Support.
Seamus McCabe said: "On behalf of everyone at PIPS Hope & Support, I would like to express our sincere thanks to Emmet and Geraldine, the Malone family, their friends, the participants, volunteers, sponsors and everyone who supported the Wee James Tractor Run.
"Raising £24,589 is an outstanding achievement and a wonderful demonstration of what can be accomplished when a community comes together.
"This generous donation will help us continue providing vital support to individuals and families experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or bereavement by suicide.
"We are deeply grateful to the Malone family and everyone involved for choosing to support PIPS Hope & Support and for helping us ensure that people across our communities do not have to face difficult times alone."
