More Precious Than Gold

Events & Challenges

This September, as part of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we’re inviting crèches, preschools and childcare settings across Ireland to take part in More Precious Than Gold. 

More Precious Than Gold is a fun and meaningful campaign that helps young children learn about kindness, friendship and helping others, while supporting children and families affected by childhood cancer. 

How it Works

Getting involved in More Precious Than Gold is easy! 

1. Choose your week 

Pick any week during September that suits your setting. 

2. Register 

Complete our registration form and we’ll send you everything you need.  

3. Receive your free activity pack 

We’ll post you a More Precious Than Gold Activity Pack packed with ideas, resources and materials to help make your week fun and engaging. 

4. Set up your online fundraising page 

We’ll help you set up a free online fundraising page so parents, grandparents, family and friends can support your efforts. 

Every euro raised helps Childhood Cancer Ireland provide vital support to children with cancer and their families. 

5. Have fun! 

Paper crowns painted by children

How to #GoGold

There are lots of ways to #GoGold, including: 

  • Wear gold or yellow 
  • Create gold-themed artwork 
  • Read stories about kindness and friendship 
  • Hold a teddy bears’ picnic 
  • Host a coffee morning or bake sale 

 

Your More Precious Than Gold activity pack includes more fun and engaging ideas, as well as:  

  • Gold bunting 
  • Fun stickers 
  • Gold ribbon temporary tattoos 
  • Gold glitter 
  • Colouring sheets with various designs  
  • Window sticker 

Register Today!

Register today 

Join childcare settings across Ireland in Going Gold this September. 

Together, we can help raise awareness, support children with cancer and their families, and teach the next generation the importance of kindness, compassion and helping others. 

Button: Register for More Precious Than Gold 

Tuff tray filled with gold activities