Hugh's House is proud to share news of some volunteering support provided by Hilti Ireland, bringing together two organisations that share an interest in supporting local communities.

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Hilti Ireland is part of the global Hilti Group, a world leader in innovative products, software and services for the construction industry.

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With a strong culture of innovation, teamwork and social responsibility, Hilti is committed to making a positive impact both within the construction industry and in the communities where its employees live and work.

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Hilti Ireland’s work alongside Hugh's House through employee volunteering and practical improvement projects, helps to maintain and enhance the charity's facilities so they continue to provide a warm, welcoming environment for families when they need it most.

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Hugh's House provides free accommodation for families whose children are receiving medical treatment in Dublin hospitals, including Children's Health Ireland at Temple Street, The Rotunda Hospital, The National Maternity Hospital and The Coombe Hospital. Located near Mountjoy Square, Hugh's House offers families a safe place to stay close to their child, removing the financial burden of accommodation during an incredibly difficult time.

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Every year, hundreds of families from every corner of Ireland rely on Hugh's House while their child undergoes treatment. As the charity receives no government funding, work with organisations such as Hilti Ireland play a vital role in ensuring this essential service remains available free of charge.

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Robbie Donnelly, Fundraising & Marketing Manager at Hugh's House, said:

"We at Hugh’s House are delighted to welcome the support from Hilti Ireland. Their commitment to giving back to the community and their willingness to share both their time and expertise will make a genuine difference to the families we support. Such support from organisations and volunteers plays a vital role in helping Hugh's House continue its work.

At Hugh's House, we believe every family deserves to stay together while their child is receiving medical care. Thanks to support like this, we can continue providing a safe, comfortable home away from home for families during some of the most challenging times in their lives."

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Dennis Markey, Managing Director of Hilti Ireland said:

"We are honoured to support the incredible work Hugh's House do for families across Ireland. We look forward to working alongside the team through volunteering and practical projects that will help ensure Hugh's House continues to provide a welcoming environment for every family who walks through its doors.

This shared belief that meaningful support extends beyond business. By combining Hilti Ireland's practical expertise with Hugh's House's compassionate care, both organisations are helping to create a lasting impact for families facing the unimaginable.”

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About Hilti Ireland

Hilti Ireland is part of the Hilti Group, a global leader in construction technology, providing innovative tools, software and services that improve productivity, safety and sustainability across the construction industry. Alongside its business activities, Hilti is committed to making a positive contribution to local communities through employee engagement, volunteering and responsible business practices.

Hugh’s House is one of over 170 organisations benefitting from the latest round of RTÉ Toy Show Grants which been made possible by the generosity of the annual television spectacle.

 

The announcement of grants (23rd June 2026) has been made by Community Foundation Ireland which works to turn donations by viewers into actions on the ground which benefit children and their families.

 

Locally Hugh’s House is receiving support of €4000 to enhance and transform the existing garden play area into a more interactive, inclusive, and engaging space for children and families using the house.

 

The garden is an important part of the Hugh's House experience, offering families a safe and enjoyable space to relax and spend quality time together during what can often be challenging periods. These enhancements will ensure that the outdoor area continues to provide fun, comfort, and memorable moments for everyone who visits

We are incredibly grateful to the wonderful team at Rosie & Jim for choosing to support Hugh's House and the families who stay with us each year.

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About Rosie and Jim:

Rosie & Jim is an Irish family-owned food company founded in 1997 by Jimmy and Rosie McLoughlin. Based in Dublin 12, the company specialises in premium chicken products, particularly its award-winning gluten-free range. All products are manufactured in its Dublin facility, with a strong emphasis on quality, innovation, and natural ingredients.

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Rosie & Jim recently visited Hugh's House to learn more about our work and meet some of the team. It was a pleasure to share our mission of providing a warm, welcoming "home away from home" for families travelling to Dublin while their children attend vital medical appointments, treatments, and support services.

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Every day, families from across Ireland face long journeys and challenging circumstances as they access care at CHI Temple Street, The Rotunda, Holles Street, and The Coombe Hospitals. Having a safe and supportive place to stay during these times can ease some of the stress and allow families to focus on what matters most – their child.

 

We are honoured that Rosie & Jim have chosen to partner with us and support our work. Their generosity and commitment will help us continue providing comfort, care, and accommodation to families when they need it most.

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Thank you, Rosie & Jim, for joining the Hugh's House family. We look forward to working together and making a real difference in the lives of the families we serve.

Hugh’s House is delighted to announce a generous donation of €15,000 from Arseblog, the independent Arsenal FC media platform founded by Andrew Mangan.

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This remarkable contribution will make a meaningful difference to the work of Hugh’s House, helping us continue to provide vital support, respite, and comfort to families caring for children with complex medical needs.

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At Hugh’s House, every donation directly helps us create a home-from-home for families who often face enormous emotional, practical, and financial challenges. Support like this allows us to continue building a place where families can rest, recover, and spend precious time together.

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Speaking on behalf of Hugh’s House, Robbie Donnelly, Fundraising and Marketing Manager, said:

“We are deeply grateful to Arseblog for this extraordinary act of kindness and generosity. A donation of this scale will have a real and lasting impact on the families we support. It means practical help, emotional support, and valuable respite for parents and children who need it most.”

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Hugh’s House would like to sincerely thank Andrew Mangan and the Arseblog community for their compassion and support. This donation is a powerful reminder of how communities can come together to make a genuine difference in the lives of others.

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As Hugh’s House continues its mission to support families of children with serious medical needs, partnerships and acts of generosity such as this help make that mission possible.

We’re thrilled to announce our new collaboration with realbuzz!

Realbuzz are a global platform that connects charities with some of the biggest running events in the world, from major city marathons to unique international races.

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Thanks to this partnership, YOU can now:
✨ Enter incredible running events across the globe
✨ Choose your dream race destination
✨ Fundraise for Hugh’s House while taking on a personal challenge

 

Whether it’s your first 5K or a bucket-list marathon, you can make every step count by supporting families and children who rely on Hugh’s House.

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Ready to run for a reason? Get involved today and turn your miles into meaningful impact.  Click on the above image to go to our RealBuzz page.

Hugh's House is proud to announce Monument Life Insurance DAC as its charity partner for 2026.  As part of this partnership, Monument Life Insurance DAC will make a monthly donation throughout 2026, providing vital ongoing support to Hugh’s House and the families it serves. These funds will help cover essential day-to-day costs including food, bedding, utilities, and household supplies, ensuring the house remains a warm, comfortable, and welcoming space for every family who stays.

 

Hugh’s House provides free accommodation to families who must travel long distances so their child can receive medical treatment, as well as to parents and carers whose baby has been born prematurely and requires ongoing neonatal care.

 

Located near Mountjoy Square, Hugh’s House is within close proximity to CHI Temple Street and The Rotunda Hospital. The house offers families a safe, supportive environment at a time of extreme emotional and financial strain. By removing the burden of accommodation costs, Hugh’s House allows parents to focus entirely on their child’s care, recovery, and wellbeing.

 

More than just a place to stay, Hugh’s House is a home-away-from-home. Families are welcomed into a calm, non-clinical setting where they can cook meals, rest properly, and spend precious time together during what is often the most challenging period of their lives. The house supports families from across Ireland, many of whom face long hospital stays and repeated hospital appointments.

 

Rachel Clarke, spokesperson for Monument Life Insurance DAC, said:

“At Monument Life Insurance DAC, we are committed to supporting causes that genuinely change lives. Hugh’s House provides comfort, dignity, and practical support to families at a time when they need it most. We are honoured to partner with Hugh’s House in 2026 and to play a role in helping families feel supported during incredibly difficult moments.”

 

Robbie Donnelly, Fundraising and Marketing Manager at Hugh’s House, added:

“We are deeply grateful to Monument Life Insurance DAC for choosing Hugh’s House as their charity partner for 2026. Monthly support of this kind is invaluable. It helps us keep the doors of Hugh’s House open, maintain a high standard of comfort, and ensure that every family who stays with us can do so free of charge, without added worry or financial pressure.”

 

This partnership will have a direct and meaningful impact on families across Ireland, helping to ensure that compassion, care, and comfort remain at the heart of everything Hugh’s House does.

Hugh’s House is proud to announce that Alison Curtis, award-nominated broadcaster and national radio presenter with Today FM, has been appointed as Ambassador for the charity.

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Hugh’s House is a Dublin-based charity located in Dublin 1, beside Mountjoy Square, providing free, home-from-home accommodation for parents whose children are seriously ill and receiving treatment in Dublin’s hospitals, including CHI Temple Street, The Rotunda Hospital, The National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street, and The Coombe Women & Infants University Hospital. Its central location allows families to stay close to their children during prolonged and emotionally challenging hospital stays, without the added burden of accommodation costs.

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Alison Curtis is one of Ireland’s most trusted radio voices and is best known as the presenter of Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis on Today FM. Widely respected for her warmth, authenticity and strong connection with listeners, Alison has long championed community-focused causes that make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

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Speaking about her appointment, Alison Curtis said:

“I am absolutely honoured to become an Ambassador for Hugh’s House. The work they do is extraordinary — offering comfort, kindness and a safe place for families at one of the most difficult times in their lives. Hugh’s House is about compassion, dignity and keeping families close, and I’m very proud to support such an important Dublin-based charity.”

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The appointment of Alison Curtis marks an exciting step forward for Hugh’s House as it continues to raise awareness of its services, strengthen fundraising efforts and ensure that no parent has to sleep in a hospital chair or face long commutes while their child is critically ill.

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Robbie Donnelly, Fundraising and Marketing Manager at Hugh’s House, said:

“We are delighted to welcome Alison Curtis as an Ambassador for Hugh’s House. Her genuine empathy, national profile and belief in the importance of family support align perfectly with our values. Alison’s support will help us reach new audiences and shine a light on the vital service Hugh’s House provides to families in Dublin every day.”

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As Ambassador, Alison Curtis will support Hugh’s House by helping to raise national awareness, amplify fundraising campaigns and advocate for families navigating long hospital stays with their seriously ill children.

Two Irish charities, Community Connect – Ireland’s Baby Bank and Hugh’s House, have come together in a compassionate new partnership to support some of Ireland’s tiniest babies and their families.

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Every year, around 4,500 babies are born prematurely in Ireland, that’s one in every sixteen births. Many of these little ones arrive as early as 28 weeks, often weighing less than a kilo, and need specialist, soft, and medical-friendly clothing that can be difficult to find and expensive for families already under immense emotional and financial pressure.

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Through this new collaboration, both charities will work hand in hand to collect and distribute preterm baby clothes to families whose babies arrive too soon. The initiative aims to ease the financial strain and bring comfort to parents navigating the challenges of premature birth.

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Hugh’s House provides free accommodation for families whose children are receiving long-term or specialist care in CHI Temple Street, The Rotunda, The National Maternity Hospital Holles Street and The Coombe Women & Infants University Hospital. Community Connect, meanwhile, supports families experiencing poverty or hardship during pregnancy and early parenthood by providing essential baby items and care packs through maternity hospitals and community partners nationwide.

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Together, these two organisations will ensure that families of premature babies, often facing lengthy hospital stays and unexpected costs, receive tiny preterm clothes and other essential baby items completely free of charge.

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“We’re delighted to be partnering with Hugh’s House,” said Lydia O’Reilly, Fundraising Manager of Community Connect. “By working together, we can offer families practical support and reassurance at an incredibly difficult time. Every preterm baby deserves warmth, comfort and dignity, and this partnership helps us provide that support in a meaningful way.”

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Robbie Donnelly, Fundraising & Marketing Manager of Hugh’s House, added:

“At Hugh’s House, we see firsthand the emotional and financial strain that families face when their babies arrive too soon. Partnering with Community Connect allows us to extend our support beyond accommodation, ensuring parents have one less worry at such a difficult time. Together, we’re helping families stay close, feel cared for, and focus on what truly matters, their little ones’ recovery.”

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The charities are calling on the Irish public, community groups, and businesses to get involved by donating new or gently used preterm baby clothes (sizes up to 5lbs / 2.2kg). Donations can be dropped off at Hugh’s House in Dublin 1 or through Community Connect’s network of collection partners nationwide.

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This partnership celebrates the strength of Ireland’s community spirit and a shared belief that no family should face the challenges of premature birth alone. Together, we can ensure every premature baby receives a warm, safe start in life.

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For more information or to donate, visit www.hughshouse.ie or www.communityconnect.ie

Hugh’s House is delighted to announce a new partnership with The Croke Park hotel, marking an important collaboration that will support families during some of the most challenging times of their lives, while also championing sustainability and environmental responsibility.

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Hugh’s House provides accommodation and support for families who need to be close to their loved ones receiving critical care in hospital. This new partnership reflects a shared commitment between Hugh’s House and The Croke Park to compassion, community, and meaningful social impact.

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Through this charity partnership, The Croke Park will support Hugh’s House through a combination of fundraising, awareness-raising, staff volunteering initiatives, and a joint sustainability programme. As part of this initiative, the hotel will donate high-quality furniture for use in Hugh’s House rooms once it has completed its lifecycle within the hotel, ensuring items are reused responsibly and sustainably rather than going to waste.

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This approach not only enhances the comfort and quality of accommodation provided to families staying at Hugh’s House, but also supports a circular economy model by extending the life of furniture and reducing environmental impact.

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Speaking about the partnership, Robbie Donnelly, Fundraising and Marketing Manager at Hugh’s House, said:

“We are absolutely thrilled that The Croke Park hotel has chosen Hugh’s House as their charity partner for 2026. Their support will make a real and tangible difference to the families who rely on Hugh’s House during incredibly difficult moments. The sustainability element of this partnership is particularly important to us, as it allows us to improve our accommodation while also being environmentally responsible.”

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Sean Reid, General Manager at The Croke Park hotel, added:

“At The Croke Park , community and sustainability are central to how we operate. We are proud to support Hugh’s House through a programme that not only supports families in need but also ensures that quality furniture is reused in a meaningful and environmentally conscious way.”

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The partnership will include a range of initiatives throughout the year, including staff fundraising events, volunteer days, sustainability-led projects, and awareness campaigns, helping to shine a light on the essential services provided by Hugh’s House.

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Hugh’s House relies heavily on the generosity of the community and corporate partners to continue its work. Partnerships such as this one with The Croke Park hotel play a crucial role in ensuring families are supported at a time when they need it most.

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For more information about Hugh’s House or to learn how to support its work, please visit www.hughshouse.ie or follow Hugh’s House on social media.

Hugh’s House is delighted to announce a new charity partnership with Dublin One Hotel, marking a significant step forward in supporting families who travel long distances to be with their seriously ill children in Dublin hospitals.

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Dublin One Hotel has chosen Hugh’s House as one of its key charity partners for 2026, pledging to support the organisation through guest-driven donations and powerful promotional efforts that will help raise awareness of Hugh’s House’s mission, values, and impact.

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Through this partnership, guests at Dublin One Hotel will be invited to make optional donations during their stay, with all contributions going directly to Hugh’s House. These donations will help fund the charity’s free accommodation for families who need a safe, warm, and welcoming place to stay while their child receives hospital care.

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In addition to financial support, Dublin One Hotel will play an important role in promoting the work of Hugh’s House by sharing its mission across hotel communication channels, social media platforms, and onsite displays. This increased visibility will help more families, supporters, and members of the public learn about the vital services Hugh’s House provides.

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“We are thrilled to partner with Dublin One Hotel,” said Robbie Donnelly, Fundraising and Marketing Administrator, representing Hugh’s House. “Their commitment to supporting families during some of the most difficult moments of their lives means so much. Not only will their guests help us keep our doors open through generous donations, but the hotel's efforts to promote our work will bring much-needed awareness to the challenges families face and the free services we provide.”

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Dublin One Hotel expressed equal enthusiasm about the partnership:

“At Dublin One Hotel, community support and compassion are at the heart of what we do,” said Noel Comer, Dublin One’s General Manager. “Hugh’s House provides an essential service to families at a time of immense stress and vulnerability. We are proud to stand with them, support their mission, and help raise awareness so they can continue their incredible work.”

This partnership underscores a shared commitment to kindness, community support, and meaningful impact, values deeply held by both Hugh’s House and Dublin One Hotel.

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About Hugh’s House
Hugh’s House provides free, safe, and supportive accommodation for families with children receiving long-term or critical care in Dublin hospitals. The charity ensures that no family has to worry about the cost of staying close to their child during difficult times.

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About Dublin One Hotel
Dublin One Hotel is a stylish, centrally located hotel committed to exceptional hospitality and meaningful community engagement. The hotel supports local organisations and causes that make a genuine difference to the lives of people in Dublin and beyond.

Hugh’s House is delighted to announce Sensori, a global leader in mission-critical Data Centres, MEP services, and facilities management, as our Charity Partner for 2026.

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This exciting partnership will see Sensori employees across Ireland come together to raise vital funds and awareness for Hugh’s House, helping us continue to support families with seriously ill children who must travel to Dublin for hospital care.

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Hugh’s House provides free accommodation to families while their children are inpatients at Temple Street, the Rotunda, the Coombe, and Holles Street hospitals. Our mission is simple, to ease the financial and emotional burden families face during some of the most difficult moments of their lives by offering a safe, welcoming home near the hospital.

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Founded by Ade Stack and her partner, Marty Curley, after the loss of their son, Hugh, in 2013, Hugh’s House opened its doors in 2015. Since then, we have provided over 1,000 families with a place to stay, 365 days a year, completely free of charge.

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Through this year-long partnership, Sensori will support our work through fundraising events, employee volunteering, and awareness initiatives taking place throughout 2026, helping us reach even more families in need.

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Lynn Lambe, Communications Manager at Sensori, shared:

“At Sensori, we believe in supporting causes that have a direct, positive impact on families and communities. Hugh’s House provides an incredible service, giving parents a place of comfort and care when they need it most, which we saw first-hand when we met Ade and Robbie. We’re honoured to partner with such a compassionate organisation for 2026, and we look forward to working together to make a difference for families across Ireland who so desperately rely on this incredible charity and the phenomenal work they do, with no government support or funding.”

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Robbie Donnelly, Head of Fundraising at Hugh’s House, added:

“We are absolutely thrilled to have Sensori as our charity partner for 2026. Partnerships like this make it possible for us to continue providing free accommodation to families whose children are receiving hospital care. The support from Sensori’s team will help us reach more families and ensure they have a place to call home during incredibly difficult times. We’re so grateful for Sensori’s commitment and compassion.”