Cliona's Foundation

31/05/2026

🏃The very best of luck to all going the distance today for Cliona's in the Vhi Women's Mini Marathon & Analog Devices Cork City Marathon

Thank you for choosing to go the distance & raise awareness & funds for Cliona’s.👏

Thank you for making a difference💙

30/05/2026

🌹Sending our best wishes to the fabulous 25 contestants at the Cork Rose Selection taking place in the Rochestown Park Hotel tonight

We are extremely grateful to the Cork Rose Of Tralee team for selecting Cliona's as charity partner & the beneficiary of the event raffle.Thank you for your kindness & generosity in raising funds & awareness 💙

Have a wonderful night 🎵💃

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29/05/2026

Heading into the Bank holiday weekend with the distribution of €52,500 to 21 families across 15 Counties

We know this support will help alleviate some of the emotional & financial pressure these families are under as they deal with their child's diagnosis & treatment !

Thank you to everyone who has made this possible and have a wonderful weekend 🌞

28/05/2026

Since the charity cycle was first launched, tens of thousands of euro has been raised for Cliona’s Foundation, who supported the McCarthy family during Ciara’s illness

26/05/2026

It’s this Friday and weather is looking perfect for cycling- only 21 degrees and cloudy !

We are so grateful to be the beneficiary of the very special Boher Community Annual Cycle in memory of Ciara McCarthy 🚴

A route of 40km ,with shorter options & suitable for all ages & abilities !
Sign in starts at 6.15pm with the bikes rolling out at 7.15pm.

Entry is by donation on the night or through the link below

Fantastic company, hospitality & plenty of post event refreshments guaranteed ☕🧑‍🤝‍🧑

If you cannot make it to Boher you can do the cycle anywhere you want & make your online donation 🌍

https://loom.ly/4bX2FPU

25/05/2026

"Your kindness and support means far more than financial help alone"

What a beautiful, heartfelt thank you from the mother of an 11 year old boy recently diagnosed with duchenne muscular dystrophy 💙

These are the words that motivate us and we hope give you, our supporters & donors an insight into the impact you make. !

23/05/2026

🚴A massive thank you and congratulations to one of our board Members Eric Delaney who participated in & completed the challenging Ring of Beara Cycle today raising awareness & funds for Cliona's !

A fantastic personal achievement & we are so grateful to have been part of it💙

If you want to acknowledge his efforts you can do so through the link below

https://loom.ly/MpoMbRw

21/05/2026

It's National Volunteering Week, and this year’s theme, "From Every Corner, For Every Cause," fittingly highlights the various kinds of volunteers and volunteer efforts in our communities!

We want to express our gratitude to all the volunteers, from every corner of the country and abroad, who have made and continue to make our work possible—thanks to our CEO, our Board, and everyone who has put their hands up in countless ways for Cliona’s and the families we’ve supported over the last 18 years. 👏

Never underestimate the difference and impact your time, compassion, commitment, and support make every day!

We couldn't do what we do without you. 💙

20/05/2026

Experience the magic of the Windy City by participating in one of the most prestigious marathons on the International circuit while also making a real difference!

🏃We have 1 remaining place for the 2026 Chicago Marathon on Sunday 11th October.

If you can commit to the fundraising requirement of €2,000 and also raising awareness we would love to hear from you 👍

Please get in contact with [email protected] to find out more

18/05/2026

📣 WE ARE HIRING 📣

Cliona's Foundation is currently recruiting a Schools Programme Co-ordinator to join our team !

🚶‍♀️The role will focus on delivering and growing our Camino for Cliona’s Schools Programme, working closely with Transition Year students, schools and families across Ireland.

The successful candidate will be involved in school presentations, programme co-ordination, fundraising support, digital content and leading the annual Camino trips to Spain.

It is an exciting role packed with purpose, teamwork, inspiration & impact!

📍 Hybrid role with nationwide travel
📅 Start date: August 2026

For more details and how to apply visit the link below

https://clionas.ie/careers/

Closing date for applications is Monday 8th June 2026

Careers Cliona’s Foundation is a National charity with their office in Limerick that provides financial assistance directly to parents of children with life-limiting or chronic complex care needs across Ireland to help with the non-medical expenses related to caring for their child. Current Opport...