Social media star and proud Kerry man Tadhg Fleming is swapping the laughs for lycra this summer as he takes on the iconic Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle in support of Team Jack and Jill.
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On Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, all of us at Jack and Jill were delighted to welcome families, volunteers, parents, grandparents, siblings and of course our Jack and Jill children to a truly memorable and fun-filled Family Day at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham.
We are delighted to share some very special news for the Jack and Jill community.
Irish Life has announced The Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation as its charity partner for the next three years – marking the first time in its history that a charity has been selected for a multi-year partnership through its Irish Life Staff Charities programme.
Roll Up, Roll Up! It’s the Secret Art Sale of the Decade… Don Conroy, William Costelloe & Poppy Melia Among Artists to Launch 10th incognito Art Sale in aid of the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation, Ireland’s Much-Loved Mystery Art Sale Returns with a New Artwork Size.
Jack and Jill Achieves Triple Lock Status for 2026
The Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation is proud to announce that we have once again been awarded Triple Lock status by Charities Institute Ireland for 2026 – marking our sixth consecutive year achieving this gold standard for transparency, governance and ethical fundraising.
In the Clare Road Business Centre – Locals are encouraged to support 7 children across Clare currently under the care of Jack and Jill by shopping, volunteering or donating pre-loved items to the boutique The Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation has opened a new charity boutique at Unit 5A The Mall, Clare Road Business Centre,Read more
A Co. Wicklow couple are lacing up their running shoes for the Paris Marathon this April to raise vital funds for The Jack and Jill Children’s Oonagh and Oisín Curran will take on the 42.2km challenge in the French capital as a way of giving back to the charity that has been part of theirRead more
A huge thank you to the wonderful Boyce, Howard, Flynn, O’Sullivan and Jennings families who joined us at the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Killarney yesterday. Despite the rain, you all showed up with such spirit and support and we are so grateful! We were there to spread the word about the Ring of KerryRead more
The Department of Social Protection is inviting submissions to its Public Consultation on the Cost of Disability, open until 5pm on Tuesday, 7 April 2026. We encourage Jack and Jill families, past and present, to have your say. Every family’s experience is unique, but many of the challenges and extra costs that come with caringRead more
Today marks the second anniversary of the passing of our Founder Jonathan Irwin. We recently met with his son Phonsie, who spoke about what his dad and Jack and Jill means to him and how he wants to help continue the legacy which all began with his brother Jack. “Growing up with a siblingRead more