Charitable Collaborations

An Elephant for Sarah

  • Anna O’Farrell is channeling her grief into a powerful force for good, raising funds to create a small herd of Elephant in the Room sculptures in memory of her beloved sister, Sarah. Each elephant will be donated to schools, hospitals, and community spaces, ensuring that Sarah’s spirit lives on in places where kindness, mental health awareness, and open conversation are needed most.

    Through this initiative, Sarah’s story becomes a beacon of hope, resilience, and change—bringing mental health to the forefront while supporting causes that meant so much to her.

Support Anna’s journey and be part of something truly special.

Lions Rugby Ellie – Supporting the Doddie Weir Foundation

In 2025, our bespoke Lions Ellie — signed by the British & Irish Lions squad, including Maro Itoje — captured the spirit of teamwork and solidarity. Auctioned to raise funds for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation, this special piece generated an incredible €17,000 in support of motor neurone disease research. A true example of sport uniting for a cause, it stands as a proud symbol of the power of community and conversation. Congratulations to Maro Itoje and the British & Irish Lions on their incredible win!

Samaritans Ireland – €60,000
in 2 years, Raised for Lifesaving Support

Over the past 24 months, Elephant in the Room has proudly raised over €60,000 for Samaritans Ireland through our events, campaigns, and community support, including €30,000 presented at our Gala Ball. These funds help ensure that someone is always there to listen, free of judgment, for anyone struggling to cope.

SUPPORTING MND AND ANDRE

In 2025, Elephant in the Room will support Andres and raise funds for MND, with a special auction featuring a baby elephant sculpture signed by the Argentinian Rugby Union squad. The funds will go directly toward supporting Andres and the wider MND community, helping to drive awareness and much-needed resources for those affected.

Help us stand with Andres.
Stay tuned for updates on fundraising efforts, events, and ways to get involved.

Andres Estevez Guersanik, an avid marathon runner, father, and community champion, was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) at just 44 years old. Determined to raise awareness and support others facing this devastating illness, Andres became an ambassador for the Walk While You Can campaign.

Lumule, Uganda – Supporting Mental Health & Wellbeing

The Elephant in the Room Movement is proud to extend its reach to Lumule, Uganda, by donating an elephant sculpture to support the Lumule Foundation. This initiative aims to spark conversations around mental health, resilience, and the power of community in an area where access to mental health resources is limited.

Through art and awareness, we hope to create a symbol of strength and hope for the people of Lumule, fostering open conversations and reducing stigma. Our partnership with the Lumule Foundation ensures that this initiative contributes meaningfully to the well-being of the local community.