Ciara Sheehan, Triona O’ Gorman, Katelyn O’ Gorman, Emily Sheehan and Lauren O’ Gorman fundraising for The Mercy Foundation in The 45th Echo Women's Mini Marathon 2026

On September 20th this year, We are taking part in the Cork Women’s Mini Marathon in loving memory of our incredible Wife, Mam and Nana Delia, who sadly passed away this past June. For the last 10 months, Mam was under the compassionate care of the team at The Mercy University Hospital and the Lee Road Clinic Cork. During one of the most difficult times in our lives, the doctors, nurses, and staff provided her with dignity, warmth, and exceptional medical attention, while offering unwavering support to our whole family. We will forever be grateful for the kindness they showed with us throughout Mam’s journey. Taking part in the Mini Marathon is our way of giving back and saying thank you. Every euro raised for the Mercy Foundation goes directly to support services for families just like ours. No matter how small, your contribution would mean the world to us. Thank you so much for helping us honour Mam’s memory and support the incredible work at The Mercy. Ciara, Triona, Katelyn, Emily and Lauren x

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We fundraise for Mercy University Hospital in Cork, to provide world-class treatment and life-changing support. We work tirelessly to improve care, patient experience, and outcomes. The support of donors, fundraisers, local businesses, and anyone who gets involved, makes a monumental difference to those in need. It helps to change lives and it helps to save lives. Join us in our commitment to caring for patients at ‘The Mercy’. With your help, we can continue to support the best healthcare and emotional support, so that every patient gets the best prognosis, treatment, and support possible.

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Echo Women's Mini Marathon

The Echo Women's Mini Marathon is the biggest event of its kind in Munster. It has grown from its beginnings, in 1981, with only 300 participants, to over 10,000 participants in recent years
Whether you are a seasoned runner, on a fitness mission, or are joining friends to enjoy the walk, the Mini Marathon is suitable for everyone, with women choosing to run, jog or walk depending on their fitness level
Each year, several hundred thousand euro is raised for local, national and international charities and organisations. Each year, an estimated €1.5 Million euro has been raised for charity by participants, over the last three decades, with the participants themselves deciding which charity they will support.  The Echo Women's Mini Marathon has become a key event on every charity’s fundraising calendar. 
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