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Mater Hospital Foundation
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We raise funds to give every patient and every family who loves them the very best care in the Mater Public Hospital. Find out more at www.materfoundation.ie CHY 9768 | RCN 20024505
Nurse Sara from St Vincent's Cancer Ward in the Mater Hospital shares a special message with you this Christmas... ❤️🎄
November 21, 2025 at 6:05 PM
See how our 30-day squat challenge participants are getting on!

They've made great progress so far with 2,000 squats complete for the month of November and raising amazing funds for breast cancer patients! 💪📈
November 20, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Thanks to the unbelievable spirit shown at this year’s Dickie Dip, our dippers raised over €147,000 and counting for men’s cancer care at the Mater Hospital! Helping to fund earlier diagnoses, better treatments, and more compassionate care for men across Ireland.
November 19, 2025 at 2:05 PM
“I survived breast cancer. My best friend didn’t.”

Noelle shares why she is taking part in our 30-day squat challenge this November for Breast Cancer Awareness. ⬇️🩷
November 17, 2025 at 6:05 PM
When a patient has a serious spinal injury, they need expert care in specialised surroundings. And that's where the National Spinal Injuries Unit in the Mater Hospital comes in.
November 16, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Daughters Sarah and Megan honoured their late father in the most powerful way this October by running the Irish Life @dublinmarathon and celebrating what would be his 69th birthday with their Mam, Catherine.
November 15, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Our new website is live! 🥳💻 Discover stories of hope, learn how you can support patients, and get involved at the Mater like never before.

Go to www.materfoundation.ie -> explore + let us know what you think! 👇

#MaterHospitalFoundation
November 14, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Breast cancer survivor and November squat challenge participant, Fidelma shares why she is doing 100 squats a day!

You can help women like Fidelma by donating to our squat challenge today!
November 13, 2025 at 6:05 PM
This Charity Trustees' Week, we would like to express our immense appreciation to our Mater Hospital Foundation Board of Directors, who give freely of their time and expertise to support our mission to continuously improve and transform patient care in the Mater Hospital.
November 12, 2025 at 6:06 PM
We’re thrilled to share some delicious news!

The wonderful team at Holi Indian Restaurant are kindly hosting a Charity Dinner in support of the Mater Hospital Foundation to raise funds for cancer care in the Mater Hospital.
November 11, 2025 at 5:06 PM
The Dickie Dip 2025 went off without a hitch! 🌊🤩

Over 400 brave men took the plunge in Skerries — running into the cold water to raise awareness and vital funds for men’s cancer care at the Mater Hospital.
November 10, 2025 at 6:05 PM
The vibe? ELECTRIC. ⚡️
The energy? PALPABLE. 🤩
The bravery? BURSTING. 💪

Tomorrow — we dip for men's cancer care at the Mater!
Let’s GO! 🙌

➡️➡️materfoundation.ie/dipdonate

#DickieDip #MensCancerCare #Brotherhood #DickieBow
November 7, 2025 at 5:08 PM
This November, we remember our:
mothers
fathers
brothers
sisters
friends
and all our loved ones who are no longer with us.
November 6, 2025 at 6:05 PM
📢 THREE DAYS UNTIL... The Dickie Dip! 🌊

Consultant Urologist Greg Nason from the Mater Hospital shares a special message for our dippers! 🥳
November 5, 2025 at 6:05 PM
The Delaney Family from Co Laois recently held a fundraiser in memory of John ‘Jack’ Delaney a very much loved son, brother, and friend to many.
November 4, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Comfort, Care and 32 New Chemo Chairs!

Today, and every day, many people will come to the Mater for cancer-fighting chemo treatment. Now, thanks to your generosity, they’ll be as comfy as they can be…
November 3, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Tosh shares, “After a stressful series of tests, I recently got my two-year all clear. Significant because that 2-year window is usually when my cancer could re-occur, and it hasn’t! I’ve passed that milestone.
November 2, 2025 at 6:06 PM
🥳 And we're GO for the 30-day squat challenge!

Good luck to all who are taking part in our challenge, doing 100 squats a day and fundraising to support breast cancer care in the Mater Hospital.

You've got this! 💪

🩷 Donate today at: www.idonate.ie/donate/event...
November 1, 2025 at 11:05 AM
“I had an ultrasound the day before my 29th birthday and they found the tumour… not the type of present you ever want to get."

Meet Tosh 👋
October 31, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Wishing everyone a safe and spooky Halloween!

#HappyHalloween
October 31, 2025 at 12:05 PM
In 2024, the Mater Hospital held its 1,000 robotic assisted surgery! 🦾🩺 Without the help of kind, brave supporters like those who take part in the #DickieDip, that incredible milestone would not have been possible.
October 30, 2025 at 6:06 PM
We hope everyone who ran in the Irish Life Dublin Marathon this past weekend is well rested and recovered! 😴

To you all, be proud of your accomplishment. Be proud of your determination. ❤️
October 29, 2025 at 5:07 PM
THREE thousand squats 💪
TWO great freebies 👕
ONE important cause! 🩷

Getting involved couldn’t be easier. Simply fill out our registration form to get your FREE t-shirt and squat tracker and help raise vital funds to support breast cancer care in the Mater Hospital. ⬇️⬇️
October 28, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Famous on the airwaves, Morning Glory presenters and 'mad yolks' PJ Gallagher and Jim McCabe will hit the regular waves once again at this year’s Dickie Dip supporting men’s cancer care.
October 27, 2025 at 5:07 PM
🏃🥈 Good morning and #GoodLuck to all who are running in the Irish Life @dublinmarathon !

Thank you to our #TeamMater runners who are truly going the extra mile to support the Mater Hospital. 💙 We are with you every step of the way.
October 26, 2025 at 8:05 AM