Your support improves the lives of every patient, every day.

But, there is much more to be done. The life-saving treatments the hospital provides are expensive. The hospital doesn’t have the budget to help every patient. That is why your support is essential. You save lives. 

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Who we are

The Mater Foundation exists to inspire financial support for the Mater Public Hospital, so that it can continue to provide world-class patient care 

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What we do

We make sure the amazing generosity of our supporters gives every patients and every family who loves them, the very best of care in the Mater Hospital

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Get involved

Become a supporter and start fundraising to make a real difference to patients from all over Ireland

News
29th April 2025

Eric and Barbara Kinsella donate €2m to Mater Hospital’s CCU Expansion

An historic gift with heart: Eric and Barbara Kinsella donate €2m to Mater Hospital's Coronary Care Unit Expansion Businessman and philanthropist Eric Kinsella and his wife Barbara have pledged a…
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17th April 2025

Malayalee Indians (MIND) Ireland supports Mater Patients

Malayalee Indians (MIND) Ireland supports Mater Patients This spring MIND Ireland is inviting their community to take part in their 'MIND Your Health Challenge 2025', aimed at promoting wellness while…
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Job Vacancy
28th March 2025

Opportunity – Individual Giving & Legacy Fundraising Manager

Join our dynamic and dedicated team and become an important staff member who takes pride in making a life-changing difference in the lives of patients and their families who attend…
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20th March 2025

BIGGER! BOLDER! BLONDER! Marilyn’s Mater Paddle is back this May in Donabate, Co. Dublin

BIGGER! BOLDER! BLONDER! Marilyn's Mater Paddle is back this May in Donabate, Co. Dublin Bigger, bolder…BLONDER! Marilyn's Mater Paddle is making a dazzling comeback this summer and hitting the beach…
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Winter 2025 Heart of the Mater News Letter
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27th January 2025

Check out your Winter 2025 ‘Heart of the Mater’ newsletter

Your Winter 2025 ‘Heart of the Mater’ newsletter is here! Read about how your kindness saved Danny's life... three times.  Our messages of gratitude to you, from our hospital staff.…
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4th December 2024

Send a Cards That Matter e-card or e-gift and make someone’s Christmas sparkle!

Send a Cards That Matter e-card or e-gift and make someone's Christmas sparkle! Sprinkle a little magic this festive season and make someone smile by sending a Card That Matters…
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How you can make the difference

There are many ways to give and get involved

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Donate

From regular giving, to a once-off donation, every cent counts

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Organise an event

Get creative and organise an event in your community for the Mater Hospital

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Corporate

Your company can improve the lives of patients, while building workplace morale and engagement.

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Take on a challenge

Running? Cycling? Hiking? There are countless ways to support us while having a wonderful time

Improving care for patients of the Mater Hospital is at the heart of everything we do.

Thanks to our amazing supporters, life-saving care is given to patients every day in the Mater Hospital. On many occasions, we get to meet with those whose lives have been changed because of it, and it continues to inspire us to work even harder to ensure incredible care is delivered to all. Read some of these patient and supporter stories.

Take part in upcoming challenges

From fun runs to marathons, charity cycles to concerts – there are so many ways to support

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