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20th December 2024
11:10am GMT
It's the most wonderful time of year but it's also the perfect time to give back to those in need.
We often lose sight of what matters during Christmas but supporting charities is something we should prioritise if it's possible.
Tesco Ireland has launched a new plush teddy, Simon the Sloth to help raise funds for the Children's Health Foundation.
The teddy is made from 100% recycled materials and is available for €5, with all proceeds directly donated to Tesco’s charity partner Children's Health Foundation.
Last year, Tesco received a letter from a 12-year-old boy from Greystones, Co. Wicklow called Oisin, explaining that his great aunt gave him a Tesco Christmas teddy a few years ago, Cedric, and it has been one of his most prized possessions ever since - he brought Cedric to bed every night to help him feel safe, and even snuck it to school in his backpack every day so that he wouldn’t feel alone.
He felt inspired and asked Tesco if they could create a sloth named Simon – even sending a drawing of Simon along with his letter.
This year, Oisin’s dream became a reality and Simon the Sloth came to life.
The very special card will be available to buy for €2. Children’s Health Foundation and Tesco Ireland are committed to supporting sick children across Ireland.
Since 2014, Tesco Ireland has been a proud supporter of the Children’s Health Foundation.
They have raised over €10 million for sick children and their families over the last ten years. All funding has been used to buy vital medical equipment to help treat Ireland’s sick children.
Tesco customers are encouraged to be real-life heroes and participate in this effort to raise much-needed funds for Children’s Health Foundation by going to their local Tesco store to buy Simon the Sloth for €5 or the Christmas card for €2, with all proceeds going to Children’s Health Foundation.
