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The Hope for Life Lambswool Stote is colorful yet so special. The Hope For Life Lambswool Stole, like all of the other items in the exclusive range, was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green for Lymphoma, lavender for All […]

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A throw with a purpose! The Hope for Life Lambswool Throw is comfortable yet so special. The Hope For Life Lambswool Throw, like all of the other items in the exclusive range, was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green […]

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The Hope for Life Lambswool Wrap is versatile yet so special. The Hope For Life Lambswool Wrap, like all of the other items in the exclusive range, was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green for Lymphoma, lavender for All […]

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A mug with a purpose! The Hope for Life Mug is colorful yet so special. The Hope For Life Mug, like all of the other items in the exclusive range, was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green for Lymphoma, […]

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The Hope For Life Stole Wool Hope for Life Gents was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green for Lymphoma, lavender for All Cancers, white for Lung Cancer, and Purple to honor Caregivers.

Once the tartan was developed, Donegal Square enlisted its customer base to name the tartan. The name “Hope for Life” was chosen because of our hope that someday cancer research will result in a cure.

These one of a kind tartan items are handcrafted in Scotland of 100% wool.  A generous portion of the profit from the sale of these products will benefit the American Cancer Society and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. 27′ W x 70″ L

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A tie with a purpose! The Hope for Life Tie is vibrant yet so special. The Hope For Life Tie, like all of the other items in the exclusive range, was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green for Lymphoma, […]

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Matted. 5×7. Can’t make it into our retail store? We can bring Donegal Square to you! We are excited to launch our new and unique virtual shopping program. Connecting via FaceTime or Zoom, you will have a virtual personal shopping session with a Donegal Square team member. This is an excellent opportunity to ask questions, get […]

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Matted. 5×7. Can’t make it into our retail store? We can bring Donegal Square to you! We are excited to launch our new and unique virtual shopping program. Connecting via FaceTime or Zoom, you will have a virtual personal shopping session with a Donegal Square team member. This is an excellent opportunity to ask questions, get […]

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The Inis Body Butter is a moisturizing, clean unisex scent that refreshes and makes you feel close to the sea, no matter where you are.. A favorite around the world, Inis is inspired by the beauty and energy of the wild western coast of Ireland. Fresh, clean and energizing, notes of lemon bring a feeling […]

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The Inis Body Oil is a clean unisex scent that refreshes and makes you feel close to the sea, no matter where you are.. A favorite around the world, Inis is inspired by the beauty and energy of the wild western coast of Ireland. Fresh, clean and energizing, notes of lemon bring a feeling of […]

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The Inis Body Scrub is the perfect addition to your shower regimine. A favorite around the world, Inis is inspired by the beauty and energy of the wild western coast of Ireland. Fresh, clean and energizing, notes of lemon bring a feeling of sunshine on your face, notes of lily are like a soft summer […]

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Inis Energy of the Sea is a sparkling, unisex scent that refreshes and makes you feel close to the sea, no matter where you are. Inis (“island” in Irish) is inspired by the wild Atlantic west coast of Ireland.

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The Inis Home and Linen Mist is a clean unisex scent that refreshes and makes you feel close to the sea, no matter where you are.. A favorite around the world, Inis is inspired by the beauty and energy of the wild western coast of Ireland. Fresh, clean and energizing, notes of lemon bring a […]

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The Inis Mineral Soap is a clean, unisex scent that refreshes and makes you feel close to the sea, no matter where you are.. A favorite around the world, Inis is inspired by the beauty and energy of the wild western coast of Ireland. Fresh, clean and energizing, notes of lemon bring a feeling of […]

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The Inis Mineral Soap is a clean unisex scent that refreshes and makes you feel close to the sea, no matter where you are.. A favorite around the world, Inis is inspired by the beauty and energy of the wild western coast of Ireland. Fresh, clean and energizing, notes of lemon bring a feeling of […]

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The Inis Ocean Love Set has a little bit of everything Inis has to offer. A favorite around the world, Inis is inspired by the beauty and energy of the wild western coast of Ireland. Fresh, clean and energizing, notes of lemon bring a feeling of sunshine on your face, notes of lily are like […]

My entrepreneurial journey began at age 11 in my mother's dress shop in Northern Ireland. After moving to America following a field hockey romance in 1978, I was working as a Civil Engineer in Pennsylvania. When my Dad was diagnosed with a terminal illness, I realized how difficult it was to squeeze in trips back home. Dad's illness became the catalyst for starting a business that would allow me to travel home routinely.

In February 1985, Donegal Square was born—a cultural bridge inspired by my Irish upbringing. Over the decades, my wife Linda and I have developed the shop and helped establish the Celtic Cultural Alliance and Celtic Classic Festival. Today, we've created a warm haven where visitors are "instantly transported across the Atlantic to Ireland...no passport required," offering authentic Celtic gifts in an atmosphere that feels like visiting the old country with friends.

Hey, I'm Neville,
The founder behind Donegal Square & McCarthy's Red Stag Pub

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