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See some of our inspiring fundraising stories and how these fundraisers are making a direct difference to the lives of the patients, boths adults and children, in the National Rehabilitation Hospital (NRH).


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AIB NAAS PARK RUN

Chloe and her colleagues from AIB Naas decided to start the year with a fundraising challenge in aid of the NRH.  The group took on the Naas Park run on the 31st January while raising funds for the Hospital.  Chloe got to experience first-hand the services of the NRH when a very close friend became […]

March 12, 2026

Leinster Farm Machines

We wanted to provide an update on the massive impact of the funds raised by Leinster Farm Machines for the NRH.  In August 2024, this group of amazing cyclists took on the challenge of cycling Coast to Coast, from Galway to Meath, all with the aim of raising funds for the National Rehabilitation Hospital (NRH).  […]

March 12, 2026

Sallynoggin Youthreach

We were absolutely delighted to have the students from the Sallynoggin Youth Reach Programme fundraise for the NRH over the Christmas period. This fantastic group of students raised an amazing €670 through their Christmas fundraising initiative, selling handmade logs at their Christmas Fair, over 3 days. These funds will support the NRH school, as per […]

March 4, 2026

James Grimes

The Grimes family decided to fundraise for the NRH after James became a patient of the Spinal Programme as a result of sustaining catastrophic spinal injuries from a farm accident. The power and strength of local community was very evident through this amazing community fundraising coffee day, organised by the Grimes family on their family […]

March 4, 2026

Frankfurt Marathon

A massive thank you has to go out to Cathriona and David for raising the phenomenal sum of €7,617.28 for the NRH through their participation in the Frankfurt Marathon in October 2025. We are hugely appreciative of this amazing support, which will make a very impactful difference in supporting the services delivered in the National […]

March 4, 2026

Owen Kelly Memorial Tractor Run

We were absolutely delighted to receive a cheque for the amazing sum of €7,445.26 from the Owen Kelly Memorial Tractor and Truck Run organised by the Kelly Family in memory of their son.  The event took place in Lanesborough in May this year and was a massive success, supported in an amazing way by the local community.  […]

October 1, 2025

Thank you ciaran

Over the last few years, we have been extremely generously supported by Ciaran McCann and his family, friends, and colleagues. Ciaran has been organising goodies each Christmas and Easter for patients to enjoy. In December Ciaran and his daughter came to deliver selection boxes and chocolates, which will be shared out for patients to enjoy […]

December 19, 2023

Bread 41

This year’s village to include Gingerbread People with limb absences with all proceeds going to the National Rehabilitation Hospital and Reach Ireland (Dublin, 30th November) — As the Christmas season unfolds, Bread 41 is thrilled to unveil its annual gingerbread village, a cherished tradition that has taken on a heartwarming twist this year. Embracing the […]

December 5, 2023

Orla Power Kayak - Ocean to City - Cork 2023 - NRH

Massive Congratulations to Orla Power for completing a half marathon row from Monkstown to Cork City on Saturday 3rd of June 2023 and for achieving first prize within her category, by being the first woman in a sit-on-top kayak to cross the finish line. This is an amazing achievement.

June 23, 2023

Once again, we are saying a massive thank you to the McCann Family and work colleagues for their amazing generosity to the patients in the National Rehabilitation Hospital (NRH) for adults and children.  Yesterday they arrived to the NRH to deliver some toys, selection boxes and football jerseys for the Paediatric Programme, and boxes of […]

November 30, 2022

“On the 15th of April 27 members of the IrishPol batt consisting of 24 Irish soldiers from the 119 INF BN and 3 Polish colleagues took part in the grueling 4x4x48 created by David goggins. We started our first run at 2000hrs on the 15th full of energy, spirits were high but as the hours […]

May 5, 2022

dunnhumby Ireland CSR day in the NRH Occupationsl Therapy Garden and fundraising events

In dunnhumby Ireland we have held a number of fundraisers in recent years in support of the NRH. Whether it is an office bake sale, a Mini Marathon or a 1000 Mile Challenge, we are passionate about supporting the NRH. The efforts made by the NRH each day have an incredible impact on the lives […]

November 16, 2021