The time has come once more to take part in the largest event of its kind in the word – the annual VHI Women’s Mini Marathon! The event will take place on Sunday 3rd June 2018 in Dublin City Centre. Why not join us on the day and help to raise funds for a child …
Variety – the Children’s Charity of Ireland are delighted to be chosen as the 2017 Charity Partner for the IBA (Irish Brokers Association). On 7th September 12 teams of 8 players will take part in the MyIBA Aviva Industry Soccer Tournament for Charity. Kick off will be at 4pm and the teams will compete for …
A new wheelchair swing has been unveiled in St Christopher’s Special School. The swing, which is housed under a roof to allow for use in all weather, was purchased using publicly-raised funds and the roof above it was erected by volunteers. The staff at St Christopher’s are very proud that the swing is there for …
Based on the best selling book, Mum’s List is the inspiring story of a family whose lives are turned upside down when Kate, is diagnosed with incurable cancer. Kate writes a list of her thoughts and memories to help her husband create the best life possible for their two sons after she is gone. Variety …
We were delighted to be able to provide 141 Braille Twin Vision Books to ChildVision, Ireland’s only totally dedicated education and therapy centre for blind and multi-disabled children. “Variety – the Children’s Charity of Ireland has provided funding to ChildVision Library for the purchase of 141 braille twin vision books. These books will be used …
On Sunday 19th June 2016, Variety – the Children’s Charity of Ireland hosted our fourth ‘Boat for Hope’ event in Howth Yacht Club, Co. Dublin. Over 70 children with special needs and their families were invited to this giving day that saw adventure on both land and the high seas. Pirate themed boat trips, which …
We would like to say a huge Congratulations and Thank You to all the ladies who took part in the 2016 Women’s Mini Marathon, on behalf of Variety – the Children’s Charity of Ireland! 35,000 participants took part in this years event, which took place on Bank Holiday Monday 6th June in Dublin. It’s the …
Maeve and Francis are twins that between them face many more challenges than most other 5 years olds. With the support of the Tadhg Ó Fainín Foundation, Variety – the Children’s Charity of Ireland has been able to provide the twins with a specially adapted trike. Here’s what their mother says… “Learning to ride a …
Matthew is a little boy who has cerebral palsy and ASD. With the generous help of the Tadhg Ó Fainín Foundation, Variety – the Children’s Charity of Ireland has been able to provide six months of equine therapy to Matthew. “Therapeutic Riding helps Matthew in many ways, he has been attending for 3 years and has gained a huge …
With the generous help of the Tadhg Ó Fainín Foundation, Variety – the Children’s Charity of Ireland has been able to provide many children with specialised equipment, such as specially adapted trikes. One such recipient is Uisneach who has a rare syndrome called 1p36 deletion syndrome. This syndrome causes low muscle tone and a range of medical …