“Zack is a typical little four year old boy. He’s starting big school up the road in September. When we think back about how he was struggling to survive four years ago I can’t believe we’re here. We’re thinking about a school uniform and school books." Aoife Murphy.

“My fourth and youngest son, Jasper, is my inspiration and reason for taking part in the Mini Marathon in aid of Crumlin. In 2010, when he was 10 months of age he was diagnosed with a very rare and aggressive form of cancer." Aoife Cahill Mannion.

With your help we're making a big impact on children's health. Thank you for helping us do #WhateverItTakes. Together we will continue to fight childhood illness.

"I do hope that other people will be tempted to join me on my journey to walk, jog and talk while supporting sick children on the New York half marathon 2020.” Gerry, Hospital Liaison, CMRF.

"When Kayleigh was in hospital it was the scariest time for our family. We have such a huge amount of respect for Crumlin. My daughter wouldn’t be alive without the gifted, exceptional people working there. They’re like a family." Bella, Kayleigh's mum.

"Walking down to theatre carrying my six-day-old baby for heart surgery was so traumatic. I cried and cried, but when I walked into the theatre and I was greeted by Dr Montague’s calmness, warmth and genuine compassion for myself and Billy, I felt a relief." Shelley, Billy's mum.

In Ireland there are on average around 210 children a year who are diagnosed with cancer. Around one third of those have acute leukaemia. The other two most common types are brain tumours and neuroblastoma.

"We had some very dark times when Matthew was sick, but we were always lifted by way people did their jobs with such passion and pride. We knew Matthew was in the best place to get better." Joe, Matthew's dad.

"Evie is a product of the care and love of everyone in Crumlin Hospital. We wouldn’t have our little girl without Crumlin.” Ellie, Evie's mum.

Children’s Health Foundation (CHF) has today announced the appointment of Denise Fitzgerald as Chief Executive.

On average, ten children every year in Ireland are diagnosed with Neuroblastoma. CMRF Crumlin proudly funds research into Neuroblastoma at the NCRC (National Children’s Research Centre).