We are delighted to announce a three-year partnership with Hollister Ballina, a global healthcare company and the Sunflower Children’s Hospice, the first children’s hospice to serve the Western Seaboard.

As a part of this partnership, Hollister Ballina employees have pledged to support the Sunflower Children’s Hospice through a monthly employee fundraising draw over the next three years.

The announcement coincides with Hollister celebrating 50 years of operations in Ballina. The MedTech manufacturer first opened its Ballina facility in 1976 and now employs close to 1,000 people at its County Mayo site, which specialises in the production of Ostomy and Continence Care products.

Shane Caher, Sr. Director Plant Operations & General Manager of Hollister said:

‘’At Hollister ULC Ballina, our values guide not just the work we do, but how we care for people. As a team focused every day on improving comfort and quality of life, we feel a deep connection to our community and to the compassionate care the Sunflower Children’s Hospice will provide to patients and families at such an important time. This unique partnership is especially meaningful because it was driven by our associates – people who wanted to make a real difference in their own community. It is something we are truly proud to stand behind.’’

Martina Jennings, CEO Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation said:

“Hollister have been part of the Ballina community for 50 years, and we are truly grateful that they have chosen to support the Sunflower Children’s Hospice for the next three years. Their patient-centred approach to healthcare aligns closely with our own values, and this partnership will make a real and lasting difference to the lives of children and families who rely on our care.

I would like to sincerely thank all of the employees at Hollister who take part in the monthly draw, their generosity brings us a significant step closer to making the vision of Sunflower Children’s Hospice a reality.”

A group of seven people stand indoors, smiling and holding signs to support Sunflower Children’s Hospice and a monthly draw. Sunflower Children’s Hospice and Hollister banners are displayed in the background.
Five people smile and pose holding a large yellow frame with text that reads Together We Can Do So Much. Sunflower Children’s Hospice and sponsor banners are visible in the background.
Two women smile and hold a large “#sunflower Children’s Hospice” sign in a workspace filled with machines and equipment, showing their support for Sunflower Children’s Hospice.
A group of nine people stand indoors, smiling at the camera. Three people in front hold a large sign that reads Sunflower Children’s Hospice. Office doors and windows are visible in the background, highlighting their support for Sunflower Children’s Hospice.
Three people smiling and holding a sign that reads #sunflower Sunflower Children's Hospice stand in front of a building with a Hollister logo above the entrance.
A group of twelve smiling adults stand indoors, holding a large sign that reads Sunflower Children's Hospice. Most are wearing red lanyards and casual clothes, proudly posing together for the photo.
Three men wearing red lanyards smile at the camera in an office, holding a large sign that reads Sunflower Children's Hospice.

About Hollister Incorporated

Hollister Incorporated is a global MedTech company with a 100+ year history deeply rooted in Our Mission of making life more rewarding and dignified for those who use our products and services. A pioneer in advancing Ostomy, Continence Care, and Critical Care products and solutions, we are proud of our global impact: over 5,000 Associates in 24 countries manufacturing products on three continents, serving customers in nearly 80 countries. And growing.

Hollister is an independent, employee-owned company and wholly owned subsidiary of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider Inc. For more information about Hollister, please visit https://www.hollister.ie/en-ie/. Follow @Hollister-Incorporated on LinkedIn.