BUMBLEance is part of the Saoirse Foundation and is a registered non-profit charity dedicated to making positive life impacts for sick children. The charity was founded in 2010
The Saoirse Foundation decided to expand the charity’s remit to include children suffering from cancer, chronic illnesses or life-limiting conditions. The charity’s first project was ,Bee for Battens, a support network and a credible source of information for parents, families, and all those affected by Batten Disease. Through its global connections, Bee for Battens became a founding member of the Batten Disease International Alliance, a global organisation representing patients, families, research and clinical facilities from every continent.
BUMBLEance, The Children’s National Ambulance Service, was The Saoirse Foundation’s second project. In 2014, the first-ever patient to traveled on board BUMBLEance as they travelled home from hospital for the last time on their Angel Trip.
We are very grateful to all those who have helped and supported us thus far, and we look forward to welcoming new supporters who will empower us to help even greater numbers of children with rare diseases.
• Our vision is to give a voice to the sick children of Ireland, to deliver smiles to them, and to make their happiness, delight and well-being our #1 priority.
• Our goal is to maximize our impact, broaden awareness, and deepen the national conversation about rare disease and genetic disorders
• Our dream is to create an Ireland where children and families affected by Batten Disease and other genetic disorders have access to the best quality of life
• Our mission is to deliver long-term sustainable initiatives which fulfil the Saoirse Foundation’s vision, mission and objectives
• Our ethos is to treat our clients, staff, volunteers, partners and stakeholders with the respect and dignity they deserve
The Saoirse Foundation is also intensely involved in ongoing global research efforts aimed at furthering our knowledge of rare diseases and at increasing the chances of finding cures. We are hugely grateful for the support we receive, and we look forward to welcoming new supporters who will empower us to help even greater numbers of children with rare diseases.
