Ciara Keating fundraising for Marymount University Hospice in Cork City Marathon 2025

Hey everyone. I decided to run the Cork marathon in June as we had to say goodbye to my lovely uncle Brian in Marymount University Hospice just after Christmas 2024. Marymount gave him the care he deserved in his final days with us. My aunt Eileen also passed away in Marymount when I was 16 and was looked after in a similar manner. I have the most fond memories of Brian and Eileen and will remember them for the rest of my life. I really want to play my part in supporting Marymount for what they do for people and families and also want to run this marathon in honor of the two free spirited legends that were my uncle Brian and my aunt Eileen. They were both such kind souls and were taken from us far too soon after their battles with cancer. Marymount is an amazing place and if you could support me on my journey it would mean the absolute world, thanks and much love! Ciara x

About Marymount University Hospice

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Marymount University Hospital & Hospice (“Marymount”) provides specialist palliative care services and services to care for dependent older people. Its origins date back to 1870 with its foundation by the Religious Sisters of Charity in Cork. The original hospital was built on the north side of the city but the service relocated in 2011 to purpose-built, modern, high-quality facilities in Curraheen, Cork. Marymount is an independent voluntary hospital with University status and is a registered charity and company limited by guarantee. As the specialist palliative care service for Cork city and county, Marymount Hospice serves as a centre for coordinating the delivery of palliative care services across all care settings in Cork. It is also closely allied to the specialist palliative care services in Kerry.

About Cork City Marathon 2025

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Organised by Cork City Council, the marathon has three distances: the Full Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K race. The routes weave through Cork City’s scenic and vibrant streets and suburbs, past iconic landmarks and along the bustling quays. The incredible support from Corkonians lining the streets, paired with the camaraderie among participants, guarantees a memorable day for all.

The Cork City Marathon is open to all, from elite athletes chasing records to first-time runners tackling personal goals. It's more than a race—it’s about community, resilience, and making a difference.

Building on the €200,000 raised for 58 charity partners in 2024, we aim to double this target in the coming years. With our new tagline ‘Your Race, Their Hope.’ We encourage participants to run for causes close to their hearts, making every stride on June 1 count towards vital, life-changing work.
 
As a full member of AIMs the Cork marathon is IAAF certified.
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