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Extra.ie
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Roseanna Ruane announces makeup collaboration in daughter's honour for charity
Roseanna Ruane has announced that she'll be part of a collaboration with BPerfect cosmetics in her daughter Saoírse's honour. Saoírse won the hearts of the nation in 2020 when she appeared on the Late Late Toy Show, with her appearance on the show, where she spoke to Ryan Tubridy about losing her leg to cancer, inspiring the Toy Show Appeal and raising millions for charity. While Saoírse passed away in March 2024, aged 12, her legacy has continued long after her passing — with her mum Roseanna saying that BePerfect cosmetics will be collaborating with her, with all of the proceeds from the sales of the makeup range being donated to two charities. Roseanna Ruane with her daughter Saoírse. Pic: Instagram 'We are so proud to reveal the Saoírse and Mamma Collection – created in memory of the beautiful Saoírse Ruane. 'Saoírse inspired the nation with her strength, her smile, and her unforgettable spirit. This collection is a tribute to her light – filled with the colours she would have loved and the joy she brought to everyone who knew her.' The range includes a face and eye palette, lipstick, lip liner and lip oil, with the cosmetics company confirming that they will be donating 100% of the proceeds to Hand in Hand, a children's cancer charity in Galway, and the Cancer Fund for Children, 'to support families on their difficult journeys.' Roseanna Ruane and Ollie Ruane with their daughter Farrah Rose at the launch of the BPerfect Cosmetics Saoirse & Mamma collection in aid of Children's cancer charities at The Leinster, Dublin. Pic: Brian McEvoy The collaboration comes as Roseanna recently spoke about how she found out her daughter's time was 'limited' and that there was no more that could be done in her cancer battle. Speaking to Ryan Tubridy, whose first encounter with Saoírse and Roseanna inspired the Toy Show Appeal, Roseanna said that the family still weren't ready to speak about the full weight of Saoírse's loss, but revealed that a CT scan in April 2023 was when they found out the news no parent wants to hear. Roseanna Ruane speaking at the launch of the BPerfect Cosmetics Saoirse & Mamma collection in aid of Children's cancer charities at The Leinster, Dublin. Pic: Brian McEvoy 'She presented very well and the CT scan was done and it was, 'Sure, lookit, we'll give you a ring later,' this was the norm. Off we go down to Galway,' Roseanna said. 'We thought no more of it, we thought it was going to be another good review, but it wasn't.' 'We got the CT scans before we ever left Dublin. We were just called into a room and you know it's that look between the doctor and you in the corridor and the beckoning, I just knew. Roseanna Ruane and BPerfect Cosmetics founder Brendan McDowell at the launch of the BPerfect Cosmetics Saoirse & Mamma collection in aid of Children's cancer charities at The Leinster, Dublin. Pic: Brian McEvoy ''We were told that day that there was no more they could do — they could keep throwing chemo at her; they could keep having surgeries and surgeries but… She had started initially with the cancer in the tibia in her leg and then she got cancer in her leg and this was a relapse… it just kept coming,' Roseanna shared. BPerfect Cosmetics founder Brendan McDowell with Roseanna Ruane and Ollie Ruane with their daughter Farrah Rose at the launch of the BPerfect Cosmetics Saoirse & Mamma collection in aid of Children's cancer charities at The Leinster, Dublin. Pic: Brian McEvoy 'We were being told her time was limited now, and this was April 2023 and I asked the question would we have her for Christmas and I was told possibly not. That's the day we started grieving the life that we knew was ahead.'
Irish Independent
26-06-2025
- Health
- Irish Independent
Dozens of Cork children to benefit from ‘crucial' RTÉ Toy Show Appeal grant for care centre
The Crann Centre, a facility in Ovens which cares for people with neuro-physical disabilities, will receive €140,000 over two years through the Toy Show Appeal's partners, Community Foundation Ireland. The grant will fund the centre's Social Capital Programme, which includes fully inclusive summer camps, youth clubs, ecology workshops, conservation, visual arts and music activities and family barbecues. The programme also consists of the youth theatre group 'Breaking Barriers', which staged two performances of Aladdin in Cork City Hall last Friday night. The Social Capital Programme is led by Tara O'Donovan, who said it is important to develop initiatives which offer unique experiences to children and help them to grow their confidence and abilities. 'We are extremely grateful to the Toy Show Appeal for including the Crann Centre this year. This funding will go a long way towards achieving our goals,' Ms O'Donovan said. Crann centre spokesperson Louis O'Sullivan said the grant will be vital. 'It is critical because we grew by over 30pc, which takes us to over 100 families now, and in order for us to continue to grow and deliver high quality services, we need funding,' he explained. Additional funding would allow the Crann Centre to accept more families into its programmes, which would be 'phenomenal'. 'At Crann, we do a lot of research, and we listen to our families to make sure they are receiving the types of services they actually need and want,' Mr O'Sullivan said. 'The money allows us to do that correctly, which is really good.' The Crann Centre provides care and programmes for a growing number of children and adults living with conditions such as cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis, spina bifida and osteogenesis imperfecta. In total, the centre currently provides support for 700 families of those with challenging conditions from across Munster. For more information on the Crann Centre visit:
The Irish Sun
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Such important work', praise fans as RTE's Patrick Kielty shares heartwarming visit to children's hospice charity
RTE star Patrick Kilety has shared a heartwarming clip from his visit to a major Irish children's hospice. children 's hospice was the recipient of this year's Toy Show Appeal grant award. 3 Patrick Kielty visited the Laura Lynn hospice 3 Patrick posted a video of his time at the hospice 3 Patrick met with patients and staff at the hospice In a clip posted to the official Late Late Show The star said: "A lot of people ask me, 'Where does the Toy Show Appeal money go to?', and I can tell you that it goes to amazing places like this. "Today we are here at Laura Lynn to see how your incredible money makes a difference." READ MORE IN PATRICK KIELTY The video then revealed short snippets of the host meeting young kids who were being treated in the hospice. The kids all looked delighted to meet Patrick, as well as their nurses and doctors. Later on, the dad-of-two was happy to grab a musical instrument and sing some songs with the kids. As a group of patients and nurses sang, Don't Worry, Be Happy by Bobby McFerrin, Patrick rattled a tambourine and belted out the tune. Most read in News TV The funny man then stood up in front of the group and dramatically played a beat on a drum, making everyone erupt into fits of laughter. After a lovely day spent at Laura Lynn, Patrick jumped in for a photo with a group of nurses outside the building. Watch throwback moment Late Late Show host Patrick Kielty duelled child Rory McIlroy on the golf course The group all grinned from ear-to-ear as Kielty posed in the middle. A caption over the video wrote: " Today RTÉ and @communityfoundationireland are announcing the 169 recipients of the #RTEToyShowAppeal grant awards in 2025, with the lives of Irish children right across the country set to be changed for good in a variety of ways. "All of this is possible due to the remarkable generosity of RTÉ viewers of last December's 'SPECIAL PLACE' "The kindhearted response from The Late Late Toy Show viewers to the appeal will help transform the lives of over one million children, young people and their families in "Every county on the island benefiting from grants totalling 5 million euro." And fans all flocked to the comment section to share their love for the charity . Richard wrote: "Such important work ." Miriam said: "A very special place with wonderful children at the heart." Andy remarked: "Wonderful charity." And Mandy added: "A deserving recipient."
RTÉ News
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
RTÉ AND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION IRELAND ANNOUNCE RTÉ TOY SHOW APPEAL GRANT AWARDS 2025
To date the Toy Show Appeal has raised over €26 million since its inception in 2020 169 grants to benefit over one million children in every county in Ireland Full list of grants available here Today RTÉ and Community Foundation Ireland are announcing the 169 recipients of the RTÉ Toy Show Appeal grant awards in 2025, with the lives of Irish children right across the country set to be changed for good in a variety of ways. All of this is possible due to the remarkable generosity of RTÉ viewers of last December's Late Late Toy Show. The kindhearted response from The Late Late Toy Show viewers to the appeal will help transform the lives of over one million children, young people and their families in Ireland, with every county on the island benefitting from grants totalling 5 million euro. To date, the Toy Show Appeal has raised over 26 million euro for Irish charities since its inception five years ago. The RTÉ Toy Show Appeal began in 2020 and was inspired by the story of Saoirse Ruane from Kiltullagh, Co. Galway, who – along with her beloved teddy Slush – captivated viewers with her appearance on The Late Late Toy Show. Saoirse sadly died aged 12 in March 2024. Announcing the grants, RTÉ Director General, Kevin Bakhurst said: 'The RTÉ Toy Show Appeal is one of RTÉ's most important initiatives – we are humbled by and grateful for the generosity of our Late Late Toy Show audience. Your continued support has ensured that the RTÉ Toy Show Appeal will continue to make a positive difference to the lives of thousands of children and their families, across the island, north and south. The memory of Saoirse Ruane lives on with every annual RTÉ Toy Show Appeal, as thousands of young lives are transformed year after year.' The RTÉ Toy Show Appeal, in partnership with Community Foundation Ireland, also announced today that the following four charities are to receive transformative grants of between €95,000 and €140,000 each. EXCHANGE HOUSE Thriving Together is a community-led mental health initiative designed to improve mental health outcomes for Traveller children, young people and families by fostering resilience through peer-led support and crisis intervention. This programme directly supports Traveller children and young people, who face significant discrimination, mental health challenges and barriers to accessing services. The programme aims to increase access to culturally appropriate mental health support through peer-led services and improve resilience among Traveller youth. There is a focus on crisis response, peer mentoring and capacity building, reflecting a proactive, early intervention approach. The peer-led model and inclusion of community voices in programme design demonstrates the emphasis on including beneficiary feedback and creating strong community impact. Amount awarded: €140,000 THE CRANN CENTRE CLG The Crann Centre CLG transforms the lives of children and families living with neurophysical disabilities through a unique programme of accessible play and recreation supported by a world class multi-disciplinary team and facilities. Crann has identified that a lack of accessible, purpose designed, inclusive spaces for play and recreation means that their clients do not have opportunities to engage in play, nature and social activities which are key to their development, health and wellbeing. Crann has developed a unique Social Capital Programme of activities in their accessible spaces to provide these opportunities to children and families with neuro-physical disabilities in Munster. Crann offers a unique programme of events and activities delivering year-round play, creativity, social connection and participation in Crann's purpose-built indoor and outdoor accessible facilities for children and families living with neuro-physical disabilities. Their Social Capital Programme activities include regular access to Crann's unique accessible playground and conservation area, fully inclusive summer camps, Ireland's first accessible theatre group, conservation events, nature hunts, picnics, family barbecues, music performances as well as an accessible Christmas Winter Wonderland. Amount awarded: €140,000 THE JACK AND JILL CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION Jack and Jill currently provide home nursing care to children up to the age of 6, by providing vital in-home nursing and respite support, that is bespoke for every family. In 2025, they propose to extend the age criteria to 7 years. Jack and Jill is a nationwide charity that funds and provides in-home nursing care and respite support to families caring for children up to the age of 6 currently, who have severe to profound cognitive delays, associated with complex medical needs. This includes children with brain injury, genetic diagnoses and undiagnosed conditions. A critical part of their service is end-of-life care for all children up to the age of 6, irrespective of diagnosis. In 2024, Jack and Jill supported 539 families across Ireland with in-home nursing care and delivering over 129,000 respite support. Currently, they are caring for 436 families and since their founding in 1997, they have supported 3,147 families. Based on immediate results from their pilot extension to 7 years, they plan for this to become the standard age offered by Jack and Jill going forward. This means when a child in their care turns 6, parents will have the option to continue receiving up to 20 hours of home care per month for an additional year. Amount awarded: €140,000 WOMEN'S AID Women's Aid plan to expand the impact of the unique Too Into You project for youth at risk of or subjected to intimate partner abuse by educating those working with children/youth and creating awareness and advocacy among young people from diverse communities. Women's Aid has been working to prevent and address the impact of domestic violence and abuse, including coercive control against women and children since 1974. Their work has been based on a multi-faceted approach that combines direct services with research, training, education and advocacy. Their vision is an equal Ireland with zero tolerance of domestic abuse, and all forms of violence against women. Amount awarded: €95,000 The remainder of the donations will be split amongst 165 charities across the island of Ireland by charity partner Community Foundation Ireland who manage the grant process on behalf of RTÉ and its viewers. Among the recipient charities are organisations like Pieta House, The Saoirse Foundation (Bumbleance), Oscar's Kids Ireland, Nasc the Migrant and Refugee Rights Centre and Irish Aerial Creation Centre. Denise Charlton, Chief Executive of Community Foundation Ireland said: 'Turning the huge generosity of The Late Late Show viewers into actions which support children and families in every county is a huge honour and one which all of us at Community Foundation Ireland are immensely proud. Once again, we have used both our expertise as a grant-making philanthropic hub of 25 years as well as insights from communities, advocates and researchers to deliver grants which deliver positive impacts and results. Those insights allow us to respond to both long-standing and emerging challenges. Congratulations to all who have been successful. Your work with families will ensure that the magic of the Toy Show will continue to happen every day in our communities.' Local projects and organisations in every county of Ireland will receive grants to help with a diverse range of needs including meeting basic needs like food and essentials, disability supports, creativity and play and bereavement support. Over £325,000 has been awarded to 20 charities and organisations in Northern Ireland including Rainbow Child and Family Centre, The Cedar Foundation, In Your Space Circus, Lightyear Foundation and Sticky Fingers. ENDS For further information and images please contact: Caoilinn Putti, RTÉ Communications Lead, Rayna Connery, RTÉ Senior Communications Lead, Note to Editors: Images are available here. The photos include The Late Late Show presenter Patrick Kielty meeting children, parents and carers at the Laura Lynn Hospice. Grants are being provided under three main areas of support: Addressing Essential Needs to assist those children in every county who face the greatest challenges. Projects include family support for children across Ireland at risk of food poverty, therapy and counselling for children and young people facing homelessnes, and specialist legal support for children in the care system. Health and Wellbeing focuses on supporting children living with disabilities and life limiting conditions. In total, over €1.5M is being awarded this year to provide health, disability supports, mental wellbeing and therapy services. Creativity and Play will ensure the lives of marginalised and disadvantaged children are full of colour, creativity and fun. RTÉ Toy Show Appeal Founded in 2020, the RTÉ Toy Show Appeal has raised over €26 million for children's charities to date. Each year it is estimated that the Appeal helps more than 1 million children and family members. The RTÉ Toy Show Appeal exists as a Donor Advised Fund with registered charity The Community Foundation for Ireland (Registered Charity Number: 20044886). Grant applications from the 2024 RTÉ Toy Show Appeal were independently assessed following an open application process which opened in early 2025. Community Foundation Ireland Community Foundation Ireland, its donors and supporters are on a mission to ensure Equality for All in Thriving Communities. Since the year 2000, the Foundation has been a philanthropic hub working with 5000 voluntary, community and charitable partners. It has been the charity partner of the Toy Show appeal since its establishment in 2020.
RTÉ News
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Over 1m children to benefit from Toy Show Appeal grants
It has been announced that over a million children and their families will benefit from donations to the RTÉ Toy Show Appeal. 169 grants, totalling €5 million, will be distributed following the generosity of Late Late Toy Show viewers last December. The grants will support the work of registered charities and community groups across the island of Ireland. The RTÉ Toy Show Appeal began in 2020 and was inspired by the story of the late Saoirse Ruane from Kiltullagh, Co Galway, who won the hearts of the nation when she appeared on The Late Late Toy Show. Since its inception, the Toy Show Appeal has raised over €26 million. Announcing the grants, RTÉ Director General Kevin Bakhurst said: "The RTÉ Toy Show Appeal is one of RTÉ's most important initiatives - we are humbled by and grateful for the generosity of our Late Late Toy Show audience. "Your continued support has ensured that the RTÉ Toy Show Appeal will continue to make a positive difference to the lives of thousands of children and their families, across the island, north and south. "The memory of Saoirse Ruane lives on with every annual RTÉ Toy Show Appeal, as thousands of young lives are transformed year after year." The RTÉ Toy Show Appeal, in partnership with Community Foundation Ireland, has also announced that four charities - Exchange House, The Crann Centre CLG, The Jack and Jill Children's Foundation, and Women's Aid - are to receive transformative grants of between €95,000 and €140,000 each. The remainder of the donations will be split amongst 165 charities across the island of Ireland by charity partner Community Foundation Ireland who manage the grant process on behalf of RTÉ and its viewers. Other recipients include Pieta House, The Saoirse Foundation (Bumbleance), Oscar's Kids Ireland, Nasc the Migrant and Refugee Rights Centre, and the Irish Aerial Creation Centre. Over £325,000 has been awarded to 20 charities and organisations in Northern Ireland including Rainbow Child and Family Centre, The Cedar Foundation, In Your Space Circus, Lightyear Foundation, and Sticky Fingers. Denise Charlton, Chief Executive of Community Foundation Ireland, said: "Turning the huge generosity of The Late Late Show viewers into actions that support children and families in every county is a huge honour and one which all of us at Community Foundation Ireland are immensely proud. "Once again, we have used both our expertise as a grant-making philanthropic hub of 25 years as well as insights from communities, advocates, and researchers to deliver grants that deliver positive impacts and results. "Those insights allow us to respond to both long-standing and emerging challenges. Congratulations to all who have been successful. Your work with families will ensure that the magic of the Toy Show will continue to happen every day in our communities."
