The Great Limerick Run Kids Fun Run Proclaims Children’s Grief Centre as 2026 Official Charity Associate

A much-loved a part of the broader Regeneron Great Limerick Run weekend, the Kids Fun Run encourages kids and households to get lively, benefit from the ambiance of race day, and participate in a enjoyable and inclusive occasion that celebrates participation, neighborhood and motion. This yr’s partnership provides an vital neighborhood dimension to the occasion, serving to shine a lightweight on the work of an area organisation that helps kids and younger folks by means of a few of life’s most troublesome moments. 

The official launch of the 2026 Kids Fun Run came about on Thursday, nineteenth March, with Councillor Sharon Benson, representing the Mayor of Limerick, Councillor Bridie Collins, representing the Priomh Chomhairleoir Catherine Slattery, Joe Delaney, Brendan Troy and Sean Lenihan from Limerick City & County Council, Carol Fitzgough from the Children’s Grief Centre, and Sliabh Wells, from the Bear Group in attendance.

The Children’s Grief Centre gives assist for varsity aged kids and younger folks affected by loss by means of demise, separation or divorce. The organisation affords a protected and supportive place for kids, younger folks and their households who’re grieving, with providers delivered by educated and skilled folks. 

The Kids Fun Run welcomes younger individuals throughout a variety of age teams and distances. Staged on the University of Limerick, the occasion combines health, enjoyable and encouragement in an environment designed to create lasting recollections for kids and their households.

Deputising for Mayor of Limerick, John Moran, Cllr Sharon Benson commented:

“This really exciting partnership for what is now a traditional event in the May Bank Holiday weekend calendar reflects everything that is good about Limerick. We are committed to promoting health, wellbeing and community spirit among our young people and this collaboration reflects that aim. The annual Kid’s Fun Run is a great way to inspire the next generation to stay active and become the participants of the Great Limerick Run in the future. We’re looking forward to seeing children of all ages take part and have fun on the day.”

Joe Delaney, Deputy Director General at Limerick City and County Council stated: 

“The Kids Fun Run is one of the most uplifting parts of the Great Limerick Run, bringing families together and encouraging children to enjoy being active in a positive and supportive environment. We look forward to welcoming families from all over Limerick and beyond to what promises to be a memorable day at the University of Limerick.”

Carol Fitzgough, Fundraising and Events Coordinator for the Children’s Grief Centre, stated:

“We are absolutely delighted to be chosen as the official charity for the Kid’s Fun Run at the Great Limerick Run 2026. This is a wonderful opportunity to bring the community together, inspire young runners, and raise vital support for the Children’s Grief Centre. Every step the children take will help make a real difference in the lives of those we support.”

Sliabh Wells, Managing Director of The Bear Group, said:

“We’re delighted to welcome the Children’s Grief Centre as our charity partner for this year’s Kids Fun Run. The work they do in supporting children and families across the region is truly invaluable, and we’re proud to help raise awareness of the services they provide.

“We’d additionally wish to thank Limerick City & County Council for his or her continued assist of the occasion. Their backing performs a key position in permitting us to ship such a constructive and inclusive expertise for younger individuals and their households annually.”

By partnering with the Children’s Grief Centre, this yr’s Kids Fun Run is not going to solely encourage the following technology to take pleasure in operating and bodily exercise, however can even assist elevate consciousness of a significant service supporting kids, younger folks and households throughout the area. 

Further occasion info and registration particulars can be found on the Regeneron Great Limerick Run web site.