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Sanctuary Runners Ireland
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A Solidarity-Through-Sport movement bringing together people from ALL backgrounds in Ireland and beyond. Email [email protected] #RunAsOne

Donate: https://eventmaster.ie/fundraising/charity/sanctuary-runners/donate.html
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📊 A recent ESRI survey confirms what we see every day.
When people meet, move together, and build relationships, understanding grows. #SocialCohesion
January 19, 2026 at 11:19 AM
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📣 Huge thanks to Raheny Shamrock AC for their ongoing support, including a recent donation of running shoes 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Support like this reflects the generosity of running clubs across Ireland who help make running welcoming and accessible to all.

#SanctuaryRunners #RunningCommunity #InclusionThroughSport
January 16, 2026 at 11:05 AM
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❄️ Cold Sunday morning? Perfect for 10K in blue! 💙 Our Limerick & Clare groups ran the Tom Walsh 10K, spreading friendship, solidarity & smiles across the streets. 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

#SanctuaryRunners #RunAsOne
January 12, 2026 at 1:43 PM
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Are you in Cobh tomorrow? Join us for a relaxed Community Run with @SanctuaryRunners and Great Island Athletics.

Walk, jog or run — building community and connection.

📍 Cobh Heritage Centre
🗓 Sat 10 Jan
⏰ 11am

Everyone belongs. Everyone is welcome.

#CommunityRun #SanctuaryRunners #Cobh
January 9, 2026 at 9:55 AM
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📣 Looking to move more and meet some amazing people?

Our CEO Anna recently spoke with Aine Kerr on RTE Radio about the power of community, and how anyone can get involved with Sanctuary Runners.

Join one of our groups and make 2026 your year to connect and thrive 🌎 #SanctuaryRunners #Community
January 7, 2026 at 2:10 PM
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On the twelfth K of Christmas… 12 waves of welcome 🌊💙Poolbeg bringing us across the finish line–together!

#StepUpForSolidarity and DONATE to our campaign via the link in our bio 🔗

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The 12Ks of Christmas FULL song! A Christmas Appeal from the Sanctuary Runners
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December 20, 2025 at 8:16 AM
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On the eleventh K of Christmas… 11 cups of tea ☕️ Poppintree serving comfort and a bit of craic!

#StepUpForSolidarity and DONATE to our campaign via the link in our bio 🔗

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The 11th K of Christmas - Part of the Sanctuary Runners' Christmas Appeal 2025
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December 19, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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🔵✊ International Migrants Day is a good reminder that community is strongest when people are welcomed, wherever they're from (and this is what we do, if you haven't noticed yet!)

At Sanctuary Runners, we believe in building fair, safe, and inclusive groups for all.

#InternationalMigrantsDay
December 18, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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On the tenth K of Christmas… 10 running buffs! Limerick keeping us cozy on the run (and massive kudos to staff member John🥶)!

#StepUpForSolidarity and DONATE to our campaign via the link in our bio 🔗

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The 10th K of Christmas - From the Sanctuary Runners' 12 Ks of Christmas Fundraising Appeal
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December 18, 2025 at 10:43 AM
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A new group starting in Ardee this Friday💙!
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🏃‍♀️💙 Ardee, we’re on the move!

This Friday 12th December at 11am, join the Sanctuary Runners for a community run, jog or walk.
All speeds, all backgrounds, all welcome. See you there! ✨

#Ardee #Louth #LouthChat #LoveLouth
December 17, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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🏃‍♀️💙 Ardee, we’re on the move!

This Friday 12th December at 11am, join the Sanctuary Runners for a community run, jog or walk.
All speeds, all backgrounds, all welcome. See you there! ✨

#Ardee #Louth #LouthChat #LoveLouth
December 10, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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On the ninth K of Christmas… 9 jumpers jumping! Fairview lifting the festive spirits with what some say it’s their “signature move”…🕺!

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The 9th K of Christmas! Part of the Sanctuary Runners' '12 Ks of Christmas' Fundraising appeal
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December 17, 2025 at 9:39 AM
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Sanctuary Runners reject Justice Minister’s claims of a breakdown in social cohesion caused by people seeking international protection
December 16, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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On the eighth K of Christmas… 8 cheering fans 📣 ! Letterkenny bringing the volume UP!!!

#StepUpForSolidarity and DONATE to our campaign via the link in our bio 🔗

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The 8th K of Christmas - The Sanctuary Runners' 12Ks Christmas Appeal
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December 16, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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Remembered to add more runs to my page here - if you like to support local orgs that (actually) work toward 'social cohesion' then do give if you can! And I'm looking forward to tomorrow's #12KsOfChristmas...

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December 16, 2025 at 11:32 AM
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On the seventh K of Christmas… 7 joggers jogging! 🏃‍♀️🏃🏃‍♂️ participants from the Tallaght group keeping the rhythm going!

#StepUpForSolidarity and DONATE to our campaign via the link in our bio 🔗

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The 7th Day of Christmas - From the Sanctuary Runners' 12 Ks of Christmas Campaign 2025
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December 15, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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On the sixth K of Christmas…6 runners hugging 🤗Buncrana spreading the warmth this winter!

#StepUpForSolidarity and DONATE to our campaign via the link in our bio 🔗

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The 6th K of Christmas - The Sanctuary Runners' 12 Ks of Christmas Fundraising Appeal
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December 14, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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On the fifth K of Christmas… 5 marathon gels! 🥤 💨 East Meath powering us through the miles!!!

#StepUpForSolidarity and DONATE to our campaign via the link in our bio 🔗
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The 5th Day of Christmas - Sanctuary Runners' Fundraising Appeal 2025
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December 13, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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On the fourth K of Christmas… 4 high fives! 🙌🙌🙌🙌 Bray bringing the energy!

#StepUpForSolidarity and DONATE to our campaign via the link in our bio 🔗

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The 4th Day of Christmas - The Sanctuary Runners' '12 Ks of Christmas' Fundraising Appeal 2025
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December 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Sanctuary Runners lined the avenue as President Higgins left and presented him with two yellow roses representing friendship and joy.

The President is a patron of the running group, which brings locals and migrants together in communities around the country.

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President Higgins departs Áras an Uachtaráin
President Michael D Higgins has departed Áras an Uachtaráin as his term as President of Ireland comes to an end.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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President Michael D Higgins and his wife Sabina were greeted by cheers and gifted roses as they left Áras an Uachtaráin for the last time.

A guard of honour was formed by members of the Sanctuary Runners who wanted to show their appreciation for his support.
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President Higgins and wife Sabina given roses and cheered as they leave Áras for the final time
President Higgins was late departing as he and his wife Sabina wanted to ring the peace bell one last time.
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November 10, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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President Michael D. Higgins has left Áras an Uachtaráin for the final time this evening, closing the chapter on 14 years in office.

Before departing, President Higgins was presented with flowers by a member of the Sanctuary Runners, of which he was a patron.

#VMNews
November 10, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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Wrote this about the Sanctuary Runners a few weeks ago. This is Ireland at its best.
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November 10, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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“Identity is much stronger when friendship is extended to all newcomers”

President Connolly truly echoing our mission with her words #CatherineConnolly #Friendship
December 11, 2025 at 10:47 AM
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On the third K of Christmas… 3 walking pals by our side. 🚶‍♀️🚶🚶‍♂️ Staff members Jennifer and Bas, together with little Iarla, reminding us it’s always better together!

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On the 3rd K of Christmas! Day 3 of the Sanctuary Runners' Christmas campaign 2025
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December 11, 2025 at 10:08 AM