About Us

Our Mission and Values

Mission to raise funds to enable innovation, development and enhancement in the services of our Charity Partners that will make demonstrable differences to the lives, well-being and potential of the people supported by our charity partners.

  • Collaboration – when we work together, we flourish – we aim to engage actively, listen to and share information and ideas, and foster excellent communication and stronger partnerships
  • Accountability – we understand the public trust invested in us and take responsibility for our actions by operating in an open and transparent manner, communicating honestly and openly, and welcoming feedback to enable improvement and learning.
  • Respect – we foster a culture of understanding and trust, that is inclusive and values different skills, experience and perspectives
  • Excellence – we aim for excellence through openness, transparency and honesty, continuous improvement and high standards in all that we do

The History of The Care Trust

The origins of The Care Trust lie in the foundation by Rehab of the “RTB Pools and Enterprises” in 1959 and the foundation by the Central Remedial Clinic (CRC) of the “CRC Help Society” in 1960. The Mater Hospital Pools were absorbed in 1988.

The primary objective of the “Pools” was to fundraise for CRC and Rehab. As a recognition, contributors to the “Pools” had an opportunity to win prizes, if their assigned codes matched with English football league results or racing results in the off season.

The respective fundraising Pools of Rehab and CRC were merged, leading to the eventual creation of The Care Trust. In recent years the ‘Pools’ process was replaced by a system of regular draws that The Care Trust currently operate.

Today, our Supporters participate in these regular monthly draws that are operated in accordance with the provisions of the Gaming and Lotteries (Amendment) Act 2019.

The Impact of Funds Raised

The Care Trust raises funds to enable innovation, development and enhancement in the services of our charity partners that will make demonstrable differences to the lives, well-being and potential of the people our charity partners support.

Every year, The Care Trust raises essential funds that make a profound impact on the lives of thousands of individuals and families. By supporting our charity partners, we enable them to develop and deliver crucial services and programmes that improve quality of life and foster independence. By engaging with the community face to face and online, we raise awareness about the needs of vulnerable groups and inspire collective action. Our goal is to create sustainable change By funding the vital programmes delivered by our charity partners, we help ensure that individuals and families continue to thrive long after our direct involvement.

Success Stories

The success of our fundraising efforts is best measured by the positive changes seen in the lives of those supported by our charity partners. Here are just a few examples:

Declan a service user of CRC shares his story
Declan, a 13-year-old service user at CRC Clontarf, expressed his relief and gratitude for the pain-free experience during his recent treatment at CRC, this was as a result of being able to avail of
Bringing the magic of a field of cows to CRC through immersive reality
Thanks to the generous donations of our supporters, the immersive reality room at CRC was fully funded by The Care Trust. Ther immersive reality room is giving children and adults with physical and
Sensory Hubs were installed at RehabCare services across the country
Sensory Hubs, are audio-visual relaxation areas used by RehabCare service users, particularly people who have autism and other sensory needs to help them regulate their emotions during the course of
Students at the National Learning Network took part in a nationwide driving simulator challenge
The Care Trust and it’s supporters, have helped to fund driving simulators at Rehab Group’s National Learning Network programme. Students at the Skillsbridge National Learning Network took part
A 5th Class Pupil is already seeing the power of A Lust For Life Schools Programme
The Care Trust support has enabled our charity partner A Lust For Life to successfully deliver the well-being and resilience Schools Programme for children in Junior and Senior Infant classes. The
In John’s own words, he describes how HUGG support groups have helped him:
John* lost his wife to suicide in June 2021, to him the pain was impossible to describe, in his own words his experience of finding the support from HUGG bereavement support groups has been “a

Meet Our Board

  • Sean McCormack

    Chairperson

  • Chairperson

    Vice-Chairperson

  • Robert Barker

    Board Member

  • Criona Cullen

    Board Member

  • Joseph McGrath

    Board Member

Meet Our Fundraising Representatives

We’re a dynamic group of individuals who are passionate about what we do and dedicated to delivering the best results for our charity partners.

  • Gerry Gannon

  • Seamus Moore

  • Martin Lavin

  • Sean Neville

  • Thomas Murray

  • Padraig Doherty

  • Helen Duggan

  • Padraig Flanagan

  • Michael McGivern

  • Cyril Scahill

  • Tony McGrath

Our Commitment to Good Governance

At The Care Trust, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of governance to ensure that we operate transparently, ethically, and effectively. Our governance framework includes a comprehensive set of codes and policies that guide our actions and decision-making processes.

Why Governance Matters

Our governance policies are essential for ensuring that we uphold our values and operate with integrity. They provide a framework for managing our operations, protecting the interests of our stakeholders, and ensuring that we achieve our mission in a fair and respectful manner. By adhering to these policies, we ensure that we remain accountable and transparent in all our activities.

Key Governance Documents

For a detailed look at our governance documents, please use the links below:

  • Supporter Charter
  • Complaints Procedure
  • Lottery Licence
  • GDPR policy
  • Privacy policy
  • Vulnerable Persons Statement

Our Achievements and Financial Transparency

At The Care Trust, we are committed to transparency and accountability in all our operations. Our annual reports provide a comprehensive overview of our objectives, activities, and accomplishments over the past year. These reports are a testament to the impact of your support and the difference we are making together.

Read Our Latest Annual Report

Our latest Annual Report is now available for download. This detailed report offers insights into our financial performance, operational highlights, and the impact of your support. You can also find our Annual Reports from previous years.

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