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(Closed)5km Fun Run & Walk in Aid of the Irish Heart Foundation

Event Date: 04 Oct 2025
Campaign Closes: 12 Oct 2025
FUNDRAISERS CHARITY
Kieran O Kelly Irish Heart Foundation €80
Frankie Costelloe Irish Heart Foundation €0
Toby Brassil Irish Heart Foundation €0
Fiadh Mangan Irish Heart Foundation €0
Kayleigh Harney Irish Heart Foundation €0
Edel O Mahony Irish Heart Foundation €0
Aoife O Mahony Irish Heart Foundation €0
Stevie O Kelly Irish Heart Foundation €0
Timmy Murphy Irish Heart Foundation €0
Deirdre Murphy Irish Heart Foundation €0
Jack Murphy Irish Heart Foundation €0
Mark O Brien Irish Heart Foundation €0
Aoife Liddane Irish Heart Foundation €0
Nora Hogan Irish Heart Foundation €0
Stephen O Kelly Irish Heart Foundation €0
Jacqualine Sexton Irish Heart Foundation €0
Damien Sexton Irish Heart Foundation €0
Dan Carrig Irish Heart Foundation €0
Tommy Reidy Irish Heart Foundation €0
Theresa Reidy Irish Heart Foundation €0
James Malone Irish Heart Foundation €0
Carla Kiely Irish Heart Foundation €0
Ruairi Donegan Irish Heart Foundation €0
Molly Donegan Irish Heart Foundation €0
Roger Donegan Irish Heart Foundation €0
Maura Donegan Irish Heart Foundation €0
Kyle Hayes Irish Heart Foundation €0
Shane Quille Irish Heart Foundation €0
Diarmuid O Regan Irish Heart Foundation €0
Kate Murphy Irish Heart Foundation €0

€12,680

Raised by 292 supporters

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On the 24th of September 2023, while playing a hurling match, I suffered a sudden cardiac arrest caused by a rare condition called commotio cordis. It happens when a sudden blow to the chest lands at an exact moment in the heart’s electrical cycle — just 20–40 milliseconds — disrupting the rhythm and causing cardiac arrest. It’s incredibly rare but can happen to anyone, even with a healthy heart.
Thanks to the quick actions of those on the pitch and sidelines, as well as access to CPR and an AED, my life was saved that day. I’m forever grateful to them and to the amazing team at University Hospital Limerick who helped me recover.
That experience changed my life. I knew I wanted to give something back — and that’s why I’m organising a 5km Fun Run in aid of the Irish Heart Foundation.

The Irish Heart Foundation does life-saving work across Ireland through:

- CPR training in schools, workplaces, and communities
- Public education on how to act in emergencies
- A nurse support line for people recovering from cardiac events
I only discovered that last service after my own incident — and it really struck a chord. Going through something like this takes a toll emotionally as well as physically. Having someone to talk to matters more than I can say.
If my story encourages even one person to learn CPR, then it’s worth it. Over 70% of cardiac arrests happen outside hospitals. Bystanders trained in CPR can double or triple someone’s chance of survival.
Please consider donating or taking part. One life saved makes all the difference.
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Joe Carrig 11 months ago

Congratulations Mark,

€50
Gearóid Lenihan 11 months ago

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Pat O Connell O Connell planning & Design Services 11 months ago

€100
Nola Murray 11 months ago

€30
Cian Murray 11 months ago

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ABOUT THE charity

Irish Heart Foundation

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of death in both men and women. The tragic reality is – around 16 people will have a heart attack today. Just today, and every other day. And on each of those days, 20 others will have a stroke. These are extraordinary and stark facts. But the equally remarkable – and hopeful – reality is: 80% of early heart disease and stroke cases are preventable. That’s why the Irish Heart Foundation has been here for 60 years. Here to lead the charge to protect the cardiovascular health of everyone in Ireland. Here, to eliminate preventable death or disability. Here to collaborate. Here, not just as one of Ireland’s most trusted and effective charities, but to build a lifesaving movement across the country. We are here regardless of age, background or means. Here for every community, every school, and every workplace. Here for every heartbeat.

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DONATION SUMMARY
Total Raised

€12,680

Online Donations

€12,680

Offline Donations

€0

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Park House
Arthurs Quay
Limerick
V94 YP6P

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