Cliona’s have been working with secondary schools for many years through talks about our work and many fundraisers.
The families we support are caring for children in every community in Ireland and we have always been grateful to the schools across the country who have taken Cliona’s cause onboard and really helped us. We have also been very inspired & uplifted by how students have taken time to understand what we do, and the huge efforts they have put in to raising awareness & funds
Our growing flagship School Engagement Programme for the past 3 years has been our Camino for Transition Year students which is an amazing experience for both Cliona’s and all the schools who have participated
Please see more information below on how you can get your school involved with Cliona’s and for more information contact [email protected] or 0871809674
Camino for Cliona's
Following on from the wonderful success in 2023, 2024 & 2025 we are delighted to once again partner with Camino Groups to bring you Camino for Clionas 2026. We will take part in a fundraising journey to the Camino Santiago travelling in April & June . Students & teachers are invited to join us us for a 5 night adventure, walking together, in solidarity with the thousands of families in Ireland who are caring for a child with a life limiting illness.
We are now taking enquiries for this amazing trip for 2026 – please email [email protected] for further detail or call 0871809674
Why Join this Journey & How to Take Part
Firstly, invite someone from team Cliona’s to come and speak to your group about our work and this unique trip – Email [email protected]
Sign up to take part in the Camino for Cliona’s which is due to take place in April & June 2026.
Publicly Fundraise €1,000 donation for Cliona’s Foundation.
Privately fundraise for the costs of the trip which is 5 nights for €476 plus flight (approx €250)
Take part in a rewarding fundraising journey with team Cliona’s where you get to learn new skills & make new friends while also making a huge difference to the families Cliona’s support. So it is a MASSIVE win win!
Clionas experienced staff will be organising all aspects of the trip and will be there to support you every step of the way (excuse the pun!!). We will be on hand to speak with parents before you sign up, along the way and we will also conduct a pre-departure session for you.
Through our friends at Camino Groups we give schools the Pilgrim Passport issued by Camino Society Ireland. This is the only officially-recognised Irish Camino passport.
Each participant will receive a certificate of appreciation and achievement from Cliona’s Foundation.
Cliona’s will provide fundraising support and encouragement with a broad range of ideas to kick start you such as street collections, flag day, church talks, coffee mornings, bag packs and bake sales. View & download a fun A to Z ideas list here
The aim of this journey is to engage and create youth ambassadors for Cliona’s cause and fundraise vital funds. Having been involved in working with young people in this way before we know that a journey such as this will grow and nurture our young people into communicative, compassionate and collaborative contributors to our communities, today and in the future.
Student Testimonials
It was an amazing experience that I’ll never forget! The feeling after completing the Camino was so great while also knowing how much you’ve helped people in need. Making so many new friends is definitely a highlight of the trip as well!!’
‘It was hands down one of the best, if not the best things I’ve ever done. From the moment we got on the bus to Dublin Airport I knew this was going to be a trip of a lifetime and getting to do it for all those who can’t and with the most amazing people was just incredible.’
‘I found this experience to be a once in a life time and something that I look back on daily and feel proud of. I met such good people that I am still in contact with and made closer connections with the people I knew.’
School Talks
Clionas have visited many schools talking about the work we do with families caring for children with a life limiting illness. If you would like us to come to your school to talk about the importance of supporting and understanding these families in our community please get in touch.
TY Mini Company
The TY Mini Company is a wonderful programme ran in many schools. The Transition Year mini-company programme aims to develop in students the business skills of:
Carrying out market research and marketing.
The process of conducting meetings.
Organising and managing the finances and accounts of a company.
We would love if students would consider partnering with Cliona’s for their Mini-Company Partner and together we can come up with ideas on how to learn new skills while also making a difference!
Create Your Own Fundraiser
Cliona’s would be delighted to support you with literature, T-shirts and any supporting documentation that you might need for a bake sale, coffee morning, walk/run, or any fundraising idea you might like to create!
