Charity Support

Rosie & Jim are pleased to sponsor the Friends of the Coombe €200 for their fundraising event - 'Clash of the Titans' on Sunday 29th September at The Button Factory, Temple Bar.

The fundraiser is to help raise money for the ongoing campaign to raise €75,000 to purchase the world’s most advanced premature baby clinical simulator to transform the way in which healthcare professionals at the Coombe Women & Infants University Hospital develop and maintain the critical clinical skills needed for when it matters most.

Friends of the Coombe is a registered charity that was established in 1982 to raise funds to assist the development of the Coombe Women & Infants University Hospital. The Hospital’s commitment to a philosophy of care which is family centred is visible in all aspects of its work.
The Coombe Women & Infants University Hospital is one of the largest and most comprehensive providers of women and infant health care in Europe. The hospital cares for up to 10,000 pregnant women every year. Additionally, approximately 1,200 infants are admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Centre and over 8,000 adult surgical operations are performed. The hospital provides comprehensive care for women and infants at local, regional and national levels.

There is enormous pressure on resources and, through fundraising alone, supporters have helped the charity purchase a long list of vital equipment which enhances the quality of care provided right across the hospital. And, like all charities, we have to prioritise need and so we work closely with the medical staff to ensure that we focus on the things which cannot be funded from other resources.

Find out more about this Fundraiser >

Follow the updates on their Facebook page >

In December we made a donation of €1000 to the Peter McVerry Trust. Peter McVerry Trust is a charity set up by Fr Peter McVerry to reduce homelessness and the harm caused by drug misuse and social disadvantage.

Thanks to Pat Doyle, CEO of Peter McVerry Trust who sent us a lovely letter in reply.

" On behalf of Peter McVerry Trust, I would like to sincerely thank Rosie and Jim for the generous donation of €1000 which was received with sincere thanks in my office.
The goal of Peter McVerry Trust is to reduce homelessness, drug misuse and social disadvantage. In 2015, we supported 4,705 individuals through our prevention services, homeless services, housing services, drug treatment services and under 18s residential services.

There's no doubt that the need of homeless people is great, but your generosity makes it possible for us to continue our work and to move as many individuals as we can out of homelessness.

Thank you again for this generous contribution..."

Find out more about the Peter McVerry Trust on their website - www.pmvtrust.ie/

Keep in touch with Peter McVerry Trust on Facebook - www.facebook.com/petermcverrytrust/

Say hello to Percy, one of the adorable Irish Guide Dogs puppies proudly sponsored by Rosie & Jim!

Thanks to his puppy raiser Eva in Waterford, we've got a delightful update and some heartwarming photos of Percy enjoying his beach adventures in Tramore.

At 13 weeks old, Percy is already showing us his unique personality. He's a big, sensitive fellow who dives headfirst into new experiences - from bounding around to seeking cuddles for reassurance.
Eva shares,

"Percy is fantastic around people, other dogs, and even our cat. He's a quick learner and hasn't shown any major fears, even during his first trip around Tesco!"

Brave and curious, Percy is acing his early socialisation tests.
But like all youngsters, he has his moments - like deciding to sit mid-walk if the route isn't to his liking!  His toilet training is going splendidly, and he's a fan of sleeping in a bed over a crate.
One of Percy's favourite things? Relaxing by the fireplace in the evenings, watching 'In the Dog House' on TV. He's a true cuddler and loves to be right on your lap.
He's already comfortable in his training jacket and loves car rides and outings. Eva says, "I could go on forever!" - and we absolutely love hearing every bit about Percy's journey!

Join us in cheering on Percy as he continues his journey to becoming a guide dog. We're so proud to be part of his story and grateful to Eva for her amazing work.

Rosie & Jim are delighted to continue to support Emo Celtic Schoolboys and Schoolgirls Soccer Club with a donation of €600.

Emo Celtic Soccer Club, Co. Laois cater for all age groups from Academy age to Under 15's.

Check out the Clubs Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/EmoCeltic

We are delighted to donate €1,000 in support of Midlands Simon Community’s annual Sleep Out to raise funds for homelessness in the midlands.

Midlands Simon was established to support individuals, couples and families who are experiencing or who are at risk of homelessness throughout the Midlands Counties of Laois, Longford, Offaly and Westmeath.

Tonight, in Mullingar, Portlaoise and Tullamore, hundreds of volunteers will come together and Sleep Out for the Midlands Simon Community.

You can donate to tonights sleep out here - http://gateway.midlandssimon.com/donate.php

And keep in touch with them on their Facebook page - facebook.com/pg/MidlandsSimonCommunity

Find out more about Midlands Simon on their website - midlandssimon.com

Percy, our adorable sponsored Irish Guide Dog for the Blind!
Percy loves the beach and adores his best friend, the cat. Here they are, snuggled up together for a nap.
Eva, his puppy raiser, says that Percy is learning well, has excellent recall, and is a fantastic socialiser!
We are so proud of his progress.

Rosie & Jim are pleased to sponsor €750 for the Ronald McDonald House Charities Ireland virtual cycle jersey again this year. The House to House Cycle Challenge 2021 is challenging you to cycle 370km during the month of April. 370kms represents one of the longest journeys a family has had to make from their house to the Ronald McDonald House Charities Ireland in Crumlin. They asking you to show your support and cycle this distance in 30 days or less!  Reach your fundraising target and you'll receive a bespoke finishers yellow jersey!

Find out more and sign up today at www.rmhc.ie

Rosie & Jim are pleased to have donated cases of our chicken products to Cross Care - a great charity supporting those most in need with Love, Respect & Excellence.

Find out more about this great charity on their website -

crosscare.ie

And stay in touch with them through their social media - 

facebook.com/Crosscare1

twitter.com/crosscare1

Rosie & Jim donated 18kg of chicken products to the Under 10 girls football tournament at Killester Donnycarney Football Club recently.

We are delighted to support girls playing football. 

Check in to their Social Media....

https://www.facebook.com/KillesterDonnycarneyFC

https://www.instagram.com/killester_donnycarneyfc/