We are so grateful to the incredible women who chose to take part in this year’s VHI Women’s Mini Marathon in Dublin. To all who ran, jogged, or walked we are so proud of you and thankful beyond words for your support. To all who donated, raising €19,537 to enable us to offer free, vital support to bereaved parents across the island, thank you. In donating, you placed your hope in the strength of our runners, and in the strength of bereaved parents.
We are already looking forward to next year, so keep an eye on this page for news about the 2026 VHI Women’s Mini Marathon!
This October, a group of inspiring Anam Cara supporters will lace up their boots and take on the Camino de Santiago in northern Spain – all in support of bereaved parents across Ireland.
Over five unforgettable days, our trekkers will walk part of the iconic Camino trail, surrounded by breathtaking scenery, meaningful reflection, and a shared sense of purpose. Each step they take will help fund Anam Cara’s vital peer support services, offered free of charge to families following the death of a child.
Whether walking in memory of a loved one or to support someone who has experienced loss, this journey is about connection, healing, and hope.
We have just two places left on this year’s trek – if you’d like to take part, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 To register your interest or find out more, contact our events fundraiser, Michelle Molloy, at fundraising@anamcara.ie or call us on (01) 404 5378.
Together, we walk so no bereaved parent has to journey alone.
We’re thrilled to share that all of Anam Cara’s charity places for the 2025 Irish Life Dublin Marathon have now been filled!
The event takes place on Sunday, 26th October at 8:45am in the heart of Dublin City Centre.
A heartfelt thank you to our incredible runners – Susan, David, Michelle, James, Eugene, Theresa, Jack, Ian, Sean, Jonathan, Caoimhe, and Martin – who are taking on this iconic challenge in support of bereaved parents across Ireland.
If you’d like to show your support, you can:
And if you’re feeling inspired, keep an eye on our website and social channels for your chance to join Team Anam Cara in the 2026 Dublin Marathon. Places will be released very soon!
You can contact our events fundraiser, Michelle Molloy, at fundraising@anamcara.ie for more info.
Together, every step they take brings comfort and connection to those who need it most.
Each year, Anam Cara hosts two very special events that have become highlights of the festive season – our Christmas Lunches in Dublin and Cork.
These gatherings bring together our valued corporate supporters, friends, and community members for an afternoon of exceptional food, seasonal spirit, and heartfelt connection.
In 2025, we’re delighted to invite you to:
Dublin Christmas Lunch – Friday, 21st November in the beautiful Saba Restaurant, Dublin City Centre
These aren’t just festive get-togethers, they’re an opportunity to support bereaved parents across Ireland at a time of year that can be particularly difficult for those who have experienced the death of a child.
By getting involved, you are directly helping Anam Cara continue to offer its free, nationwide peer support services, providing comfort and connection when it’s needed most.
Whether you join us in person or support from afar, your generosity will make a lasting difference.
To reserve your table, discuss sponsorship, or donate a prize, please contact Michelle at fundraising@anamcara.ie.
Let’s come together this Christmas to celebrate, connect, and support bereaved families across Ireland. We’d be honoured to have you with us – and we promise a fantastic afternoon full of hope, inspiration and a whole lot of laughter!
