The Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation is delighted to celebrate an incredible fundraising achievement by Crean Group, which has raised more than €20,000 for the Sunflower Children’s Hospice following a hugely successful 10K Fun Walk in Castlebar.
Held on Sunday, 7th June, the event brought together staff and families from Crean Group’s teams in Castlebar, Sligo and Charlestown for a memorable day of community spirit, teamwork and fundraising. Thanks to the outstanding generosity of employees, supply chain partners and business associates, the initiative exceeded all expectations and continues to gain momentum.
The fundraising campaign is not over yet. Crean Group’s UK team is preparing to host its own fundraising walk on Sunday, 12th July, with hopes of increasing the total even further. In addition, the fundraising page will remain open until the end of July, providing supporters with an opportunity to contribute to this important cause.
Speaking about the success of the event, David Cunningham, Director of Crean Group, said:
“We are so proud of everyone who took part in Sunday’s walk. The support from our staff, our supply chain and our business partners has been phenomenal, and to raise over €20,000 for the Sunflower Children’s Hospice is beyond what we could have hoped for. This is a cause that means a great deal to all of us, and with our UK team preparing for their walk in July we hope to add even further to this total. We would encourage anyone who can to donate and help this incredible cause.”
The funds raised will directly support the development of the Sunflower Children’s Hospice, a transformative project that will provide specialist palliative and respite care for children and young people living with life-limiting illnesses across eight counties in the West of Ireland.
In addition to clinical care, the hospice will offer vital emotional, practical and bereavement support services for families, helping them navigate some of life’s most challenging circumstances. Construction of the hospice is expected to begin in late 2026.
Martina Jennings, CEO of Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation, expressed her gratitude to everyone involved:
“We are blown away by the generosity and enthusiasm of everyone at Crean Group. To raise over €20,000 is an incredible achievement and a testament to the culture of this company, one that cares deeply about the communities it serves. With their UK team already gearing up for their walk in July, we know there is more to come. Every euro raised brings us closer to opening the doors of the Sunflower Children’s Hospice for the children and families who need it most. We could not be more grateful.”
Every euro raised will go directly towards the development of the Sunflower Children’s Hospice, which will deliver specialist palliative and respite care for children and young people with life-limiting illnesses across eight counties in the West of Ireland. Alongside clinical care, the hospice will provide vital emotional, practical and bereavement support for families. Construction is expected to commence in late 2026.
Photos: ALISON LAREDO
Ireland’s first children’s hospice outside of Dublin.
