Cúl days down the Páirc

More than 70 children of all abilities came together at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh recently for the GAA Inclusive Cúl Camp.

The GAA camp, supported by volunteers from PepsiCo Little Island, highlighted the power of inclusion in sport while also sparking conversations around sustainability and environmental awareness.

More than 70 children from across Cork city and county recently took part in the GAA Inclusive Cúl Camp.

Participants came from several GAA clubs including Newcestown, Valley Rovers, Ballinhassig, Douglas, Midleton, Fermoy, and Nemo Rangers.

PepsiCo’s team of volunteers engaged the campers through interactive, sustainability-themed games, from Spin the Wheel, which challenged participants to correctly sort everyday waste into recycling, compost, or general waste, to Green Team SNAP and quizzes on greener living.

Paudie Crowley, Games Development Lead at Cork GAA, said: “I want to extend our deepest gratitude for PepsiCo’s generous support in providing volunteers for our summer Inclusive Camp.

“The team’s enthusiasm, compassion and dedication had a profound impact on our campers and staff alike.”

He added: “Thanks to the volunteers, we were able to create a welcoming and joyful environment where every participant felt valued, supported and empowered to be themselves.”

Devan O’Donnell, HR Assistant Business Partner at PepsiCo, said: “Seeing our colleagues connect with the children through games and conversations was inspiring. This camp reflects the values we care about at PepsiCo – creating opportunities for inclusion and supporting young people in our community.”

Bernadette Leyden, Health and Safety Manager at PepsiCo, added: “The campers showed us what real fun and teamwork look like. It was heart-warming to see their joy while also learning together about protecting our environment – an issue we are passionate about at PepsiCo.”