Cork schools urged to host Sunflower Fun Day’s to raise money for Marymount

Over 40 first-class pupils from Ballinora National School launched this year’s Hospice Sunflower Fun Day with a special photocall with local businesswoman and avid hospice supporter Maeve Dennehy, the owner of Love Cherish.

Ms Dennehy has raised over €100,000 for Marymount University Hospital and Hospice – as she has a strong personal connection to the facility as both her mother and her sister received Marymount’s care.

"I am delighted to be involved in encouraging others to support Sunflower Day,” Ms Dennehy said.

“Both my sister and my Mum were in palliative care in Marymount University Hospital and Hospice, and they were treated with kindness, respect and dignity by the amazing team there.

“My family will be forever grateful for the time Marymount gave us with them,” Ms Dennehy added.

Sunflower Fun Day is organised by Together For Hospice, and funds raised will contribute to the work of Ireland’s 24 local hospices and specialist palliative home care services.

Children are encouraged to wear something yellow, and families are invited to make a €2 donation — or whatever they can afford.