21 June 1941 – 10 December 2023 We are very sad to announce the death of Jonathan Irwin, our wonderful brave and kind Founder of the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation, who passed away on Sunday, December 10th, after a short illness. Jonathan (82) has led a wonderful life that has touched and supported soRead more
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Glenveagh and Lottie Ryan launch The North Portal, a new way for Santa to visit you this Christmas, supporting Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation’s Home for Christmas Appeal For each portal activation, a €1 donation is made to Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation, supporting their Home for Christmas Appeal, up to €50,000. Glenveagh have joinedRead more
In our latest installment of the Giving Tuesday video series, we introduce you to Tina Priestly, our dynamic Corporate Fundraising Executive at Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation. Tina’s passion and commitment shine through in this heartfelt video, where she shares not only her professional role but also her personal connection as a Jack and JillRead more
Pictured above: John with wife Catherine and son Tom at the opening of the Jack and Jill Charity Boutique in Artane, Dublin. At Jack and Jill, we are committed to providing a high-quality, transparent and credible service that truly cares, underpinned by an organisation governed and managed in line with best practice and overseen byRead more
Pictured above: Declan taking part in our Abseil fundraising event in Croke Park in August 2023, supported by his family At Jack and Jill, we are committed to providing a high-quality, transparent and credible service that truly cares, underpinned by an organisation governed and managed in line with best practice and overseen by our Board,Read more
In the second of our Giving Tuesday video series, meet Michaela Foley, one of the Fundraising Executives at Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation, whose dedication and enthusiasm embody the spirit of our mission. In her inspiring video, Michaela shares her sense of family within the foundation and highlights her favorite event – the thrilling annualRead more
Carmel Doyle to step down as CEO of The Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation Head of Retail and Compliance, Deirdre Walsh, to step in as Interim CEO The Board of the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation has appointed Deirdre Walsh as Interim CEO from 1st January 2024 Jack and Jill and Deirdre Currently Head ofRead more
Giving Tuesday began in 2012 as a gentle reminder that in the midst of the annual festive shopping whirlwind, taking a moment to think of those less fortunate can make all the difference. It now stands as a global movement across 60 countries and aims to motivate generosity, inspiring hundreds of millions of people toRead more
At Jack and Jill, we’re always amazed by the way the families under our care support us right back through fundraising, building awareness of our service and introducing us to new partners. Here’s a tribute written by Carmel Doyle in acknowledgement of the incredible support from the Farrells, which featured recently in the Connacht Tribune.Read more
Locals are encouraged to support 12 children across Tipperary currently under the care of Jack and Jill by shopping, volunteering or donating pre-loved items to the charity boutique. The Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation has opened a new charity boutique on Main Street, Carrick-on-Suir selling a fantastic selection of pre-loved clothes, accessories, toys, books, LEGORead more