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Irish Cancer Society has Received €190,132 from Hurling for Cancer Research

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Jan 1, 2025, 08:10

Irish Cancer Society has Received €190,132 from Hurling for Cancer Research

On December 27th, the Irish Cancer Society announced a generous donation of €190,132 raised through the Hurling for Cancer Research event.

“At the Irish Cancer Society we are so grateful for the phenomenal ‘𝗛𝘂𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵’ donation of €𝟭𝟵𝟬,𝟭𝟯𝟮 presented today! Incredible generosity from those who support ‘𝗛𝘂𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵’ each year plus thanks to everyone who make the event happen – raising vital cancer research funding. Thank You!” – Amy Nolan, Director of Clinical Affairs at Irish cancer Society

Hurling for Cancer Research was founded in 2011 when renowned flat racehorse trainer and hurling enthusiast, Jim Bolger, challenged champion jockey Davy Russell and his colleagues in the weight room to a game of hurling. The match, featuring Jim and his staff against Davy and his team, was organized with the aim of raising funds and awareness for cancer research.

Since its inception, the event has raised over €1.3 million, contributing to the Irish Cancer Society’s overall investment of €30 million in pioneering clinical trials and cancer research initiatives. Each year, the Irish Cancer Society supports over 100 researchers who work on transformative cancer research across Ireland, all made possible through fundraising efforts like Hurling for Cancer Research.

About Irish Cancer Society

The Irish Cancer Society was founded on October 10, 1963, by Dr. Austin Darragh, who was motivated by the high mortality rate from non-melanoma skin cancer, a disease that could be easily treated if detected early. Initially called the Conquer Cancer Campaign, the organization aimed to raise awareness and improve cancer care in Ireland.

Since then, the Society has become the country’s leading cancer charity, providing information, support, and funding for cancer research. In 1988, Dr. Darragh launched Daffodil Day, inspired by a similar campaign in Canada. This annual event raises essential funds for cancer research and patient support.

The daffodil, adopted as the Society’s official logo in 2001, has since become a global symbol of hope and cancer awareness. Today, the Irish Cancer Society continues to fund groundbreaking research and offer vital services to those affected by cancer in Ireland.