Tibohine Fly-In to raise vital funds for children’s cancer charity – News – Roscommon Herald

The annual Tibohine Fly-In, a staple in the flying and community calendar, will take place this weekend, Saturday, June 1st, and Sunday, June 2nd, with all proceeds going to Childhood Cancer Ireland (CCI).

The event, run by James Morrisroe and members of Tibohine Flying Club, fell victim to the bad weather last year, but this year all involved are hoping to build on the substantial sum of approximately €48,000 which has been raised for various local charities over the years.

Speaking about the Fly-In, James said: “We are delighted to bring the community together for this fun event and to raise money for our chosen charity, Childhood Cancer Ireland, which will benefit the local community directly. The charity supports families throughout the county and it’s fantastic to know that our event can have a positive impact for families in the area at a really difficult time in their lives.” 

Childhood Cancer Ireland is the national parent and survivor-led charity giving voice to children and young people with cancer, survivors and their families. They know what it’s like to hear those terrifying words “your child has cancer” and they raise funds to provide a range of practical and emotional supports to families throughout the country.

Laura Cullinan, from Strokestown, and CEO of Childhood Cancer Ireland, said that funds raised at Tibohine Fly-In would contribute to upgrading regional hospital facilities for childhood cancer-related treatments and illnesses.

“Every year, approximately 350 children and young people (aged 0-24) are diagnosed with cancer in Ireland,” said Laura. 

“Children attend the National Children’s Cancer Service at Crumlin for their treatment but children and young people in Roscommon also attend regional hospitals in Mullingar, Sligo and Galway for other elements of their treatment and will have to rush to one of these hospitals every time they get a temperature. Because infection is so dangerous for them, they have to be treated in isolation rooms and cannot leave to use any ward facilities.” 

Tibohine Airfield is located not far from Frenchpark. Admission for spectators and families is a minimum donation of €5, all of which goes to Childhood Cancer Ireland.

There will be a barbecue on both days and lots of fun for all the family over the weekend from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.