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Cliona’s Foundation calls on public to join them for their second annual Camino trip

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Clionas Foundation calls on public to join them for their second annual Camino trip

Clionas Foundation is inviting the public to walk in solidarity for their second Camino trip from October 18 to 23

Departing on October 18 and returning on October 23, the group will walk the Camino Francés over 4 days.

Cliona’s Foundation has announced its second Adult Camino walk is set to take place from October 18 to 23. The charity invites people to be part of a special adventure, walking in solidarity with families caring for a seriously sick child.

Departing on October 18 and returning on October 23, the group will walk the Camino Francés over 4 days.

The Camino Francés is the most popular and final section of the Camino, walking from Portomarín to Santiago, where you will collect your Certificate upon presentation of your stamped Camino Passport.


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Cliona’s, in partnership with Camino Groups, will look after all the logistics, including accommodation with breakfast each morning in towns along the route, with an approximate cost of €500.

There is a fundraising/donation requirement of €1,000 per participant, which ensures that you are making a real difference while completing this unforgettable challenge.

The group say it is a great opportunity to “make friends and memories to last a lifetime on a very special journey”.

They added, “The feedback from our inaugural trip last October was amazing and we expect places for this trip to fill up quickly.”

To find out more and register your interest, visit the Cliona’s Foundation website or contact [email protected].

Clionas Foundation is inviting the public to walk in solidarity for their second Camino trip from October 18 to 23
Cliona’s also hold an annual schools Camino walk

Cliona’s provides financial assistance directly to families of children with chronic illness or complex care needs across the Country. The support is to help families struggling with the high additional non-medical costs of caring & include but is not limited to, accommodation, travel, car parking, food, childcare for siblings at home &  much more

Cliona’s is 100% reliant on fundraising & the generosity of the general public & since 2008 has supported over 1,500 families & distributed in excess of €4m

In 2024, 216 families received direct financial assistance totalling €542,500, making a significant impact  on each of them  

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