We’re calling on all marathon participants to raise funds and awareness for Jack and Jill by running in the 2025 marathon. Your support will help us continue making a real difference in the lives of children and families across Ireland.
Support our Jack and Jill Dublin City Marathon Champions today! Simply click on the link below to donate and cheer on our incredible runners.
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Marathons are truly remarkable events, a dream come true for many participants, and an incredible opportunity to check off a bucket list goal, all while supporting a meaningful cause.
Running the marathon isn’t just about the race — it’s about creating unforgettable memories while pushing yourself physically and mentally. And knowing that every step you take is helping children and families in need makes the journey even more meaningful.
Your participation helps us raise awareness of Jack and Jill and the crucial work we do. It’s a chance to engage new supporters and strengthen relationships with our current network, all while shining a spotlight on the importance of our services.
Hi, I’m Alan—a proud Limerick man who loves a challenge! Whether it’s trekking the Camino or running marathons, I’m always up for pushing myself, especially when it’s for a great cause.
This year, I’m taking on my latest challenge: the Dublin City Marathon 2025! Running is my passion—I hit the roads and the gym several times a week—but this race is about more than just personal achievement. I’m running to raise funds for the Jack and Jill Foundation, an incredible charity that provides in-home nursing care and respite for families in need. Their support made a life-changing difference for a family close to me, and I want to give back.
To help me reach my goal, I’ve also signed up for the Westport Marathon on April 5th as part of my training and fundraising efforts.
Every €18 raised provides an hour of in-home nursing care. Any donation, big or small, will go directly toward supporting families who rely on this incredible service.
Carb Load: The night before, stock up on pasta or rice.
Footwear Matters: Comfort is key—my go-to runners are Brooks Ghosts!
Race Day Fuel: Bring energy gels and jellies to keep your sugar levels up.
Everyone raves about the atmosphere at the Dublin City Marathon, and I can’t wait to experience it—the build-up, the buzz, and of course, crossing that finish line!
Thanks so much for your support—it truly means the world!
We are two friends who love a challenge and are both easily influenced when it comes to raising money for charitable causes. Previously we’ve slept out in the pouring rain for homelessness, along with with freezing 29 minutes in the Atlantic for hospice. This is our biggest challenge yet!
Running is not really something we have done a lot of, both of us having only ever ran 10k once or twice which makes running the marathon more of a challenge both mentally and physically.
We are running in aid of the Jack and Jill foundation as it’s a charity very close to our hearts as Bryan’s niece Grace avails of the amazing services that Jack & Jill have to offer. Having witnessed firsthand the impact they have in Grace’s and her family’s life, it makes this challenge for 2025 all worthwhile.
We’re hoping to raise €5,000 throughout the year of 2025 by completing different challenges in the hope people will rally behind us and donate to this wonderful charity. The 3 mains challenges we have set ourselves are below:
There will be more challenges we will be looking to complete over the next few months and we have decided to document our journey on a shared Instagram page; bryan_maire_2025_challenges.
We have also joined a new local running club in Galway, Get better running Galway.
We have started to meet people who have ran marathons before, getting tips and hearing stories and having the craic while running too.
People who have completed the Dublin marathon all say the same about the atmosphere and how that gets you through a lot of the race which we’re both really looking forward to on the day.
My name is Katie Lyons, and I am beyond excited to be a 2025 Jack and Jill Mini Marathon Champion!
Jack and Jill hold a special place in my heart. I have the privilege of being a Jack and Jill nurse for Oisín, and I started working with him when he was just six weeks old. Oisín will be turning 2 years old in the same month as the VHI Women’s Mini Marathon, making this an even more meaningful experience for me. I’ve witnessed firsthand how invaluable the services provided by Jack and Jill are to families, which makes my work so rewarding.
Jack and Jill now support over 400 families, and it is constantly growing. All funds raised directly benefit Jack and Jill families, giving them the invaluable ‘Gift of Time’ or our service is also referred as a ‘Lifeline’ to our families.
I’m especially looking forward to the 2025 VHI Women’s Mini Marathon! This will be my very first mini marathon, and while I’m feeling a little nervous, I’m excited to take on this challenge. I’ve even roped in a few friends to join me on the journey! When I’m not training, I love staying active and catching up with friends.
If you would like to support me and the families of Jack and Jill, I would be incredibly grateful for any donation you can make. Your contribution will directly benefit Jack and Jill families, helping them in ways that truly matter.
If you have registered to do the VHI Mini Marathon this year and have not chosen a charity, why not join us and become a Jack and Jill Marathon Hero!.
Thank you so much for your support!
Phone: +353 45 894 538 or Email: [email protected]
