AMATEUR rider Alan O’Sullivan and his cousin David O’Sullivan are running in the Cork City Half Marathon on June 1st to raise funds for Brú Columbanus, a charity close to their hearts.

They have taken on the challenge in honour of their much-missed brother and cousin, jockey Michael O’Sullivan, who died in February following a racecourse accident.

Brú Columbanus provides support and accommodation to people with a seriously ill family member being treated in Cork city hospitals. When Michael was in intensive care in Cork CU in CUH, Brú Columbanus became a haven for the O’Sullivan family. It provided a calm, compassionate space where they could be close to Michael, supporting him and each other during those critical days. It gave them precious time together – moments that can never be replaced.

The service is free and the charity survives solely on donations. That’s why Alan and David are lacing up their runners – to give back and help ensure other families facing crisis can find the same comfort and support.

Incredibly the boys have already raised over €32,000. You can show your support by making a donation before July 1st, a month after the race.

Web: idonate.ie/fundraiser/MichaelOSullivanFamily