'Keep her lit': Words of encouragement and over €100K given to fuel protestors across Ireland

Words of encouragement and over €100,000 have been given to those taking part in the fuel protests across Ireland. 

Protestors have been on the street for four days now, causing significant traffic disruptions and blocking roads. 

A fundraiser has been set up on GoFundMe, with the money raised going towards food and drinks for those on the street protesting. 

The target of €3,000 has been well and truly passed, with €101,186 raised at the time of writing. 

"This fund will go directly towards sending food and hot drinks to protesters across Dublin, Cork, Galway and beyond — a simple way to show them the country has their back. Every cent goes to local cafés and bakeries delivering to protesters," Michael McCarthy, the organiser of the fundraiser, said.

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He added that orders will be made directly with local businesses and then delivered to the farmers, hauliers, and others taking part in the action. 

Receipts will be kept, and spending updates will be regularly posted, Michael promised.

"Payments will be made via bank transfer or card. All transactions will be documented and shared publicly for full transparency," he said. 

A number of people have added words of support to the fundraising page, with one person commenting, "Keep her lit. Absolute legends." 

Others have offered words of encouragement, telling protesters to "keep it up." 

Another says, "Keep it going lads we're all behind you," and one person commented, "Stay strong. God bless Ireland."

To donate, click the link to the fundraiser page here.