Tipperary Girl Set to Shine on RTÉs Unwrapped The Toy Show Appeal This Weekend
A young girl from Tipperary, Sophie Quirke, will be featured in RTÉ’s upcoming program, “Unwrapped: The Toy Show Appeal.” The show is set to air on Sunday, November 30, at 7:30 PM. Sophie, a resident of Mullinahone, has been bravely battling acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) since early 2023.
Sophie’s Remarkable Journey
Sophie has undergone multiple treatments, including chemotherapy, spinal procedures, and biopsies. Throughout her challenging journey, she has exhibited remarkable humor and resilience despite numerous lengthy hospital stays.
Oscar’s Kids and the Pamper Day
The RTÉ Toy Show Appeal has funded various initiatives to support children like Sophie. Recently, Oscar’s Kids organized a special pamper day for her. This event aimed to provide Sophie with joy, glamour, and a much-needed confidence boost after enduring months of isolation.
- Event: Pamper Day organized by Oscar’s Kids
- Location: Dublin
- Activities: Helicopter rides and celebrity meet-ups
James Patrice, a well-known personality, joined Sophie as her hype man for the day. This documentary showcases how funds from the Toy Show Appeal are utilized by charities to support children in need.
About Oscar’s Kids
Oscar’s Kids is an international charity dedicated to pediatric cancer patients. It honors the memory of Oscar Keogh, a young Irish boy who lost his battle with an inoperable brain tumor. The charity focuses on bringing joy and support to children facing similar challenges.
Impact on Families
Sophie’s mother, Martina Quirke, emphasized the importance of charities like Oscar’s Kids for families enduring similar hardships. She expressed immense gratitude for the extraordinary lengths these organizations go to provide happiness to children battling cancer.
- Special Moments: Helicopter ride and meeting stars
- Upcoming Initiative: Families to visit Lapland this Christmas
- Charity Philosophy: “The sky is the limit” for children’s wishes
“This isn’t a typical day in the life of Sophie,” said Martina. “The charity is just incredible.”
How to Support
If you wish to support Oscar’s Kids, donations can be made through their official channels. Tune in to “Unwrapped: The Toy Show Appeal” on Sunday to witness Sophie’s inspiring story and the vital work being done by this charity.
