The Friends of The Royal Hospital Donnybrook (FRHD), founded by Mr. Dick Tennant, was registered as a Charitable Company in 1989.
The Friends and RHD have a wonderful collection of paintings by Irish and International artists which is on permanent display in the Hospital to be enjoyed by patients, staff and visitors.
Over the years “The Friends” have funded a number of research programmes and have made major contributions to capital projects such as upgrading wards and developing new services. Perhaps the most visible signs of The Friends’ contribution is in patient care where many valuable services such as additional ambulances, a coffee shop and a complete refurbishment of the PHYSIO Department. The Friends have purchased the ANDAGO, this is the first machine of its kind in Ireland. A weekly Music Therapy program has been a great success and enjoyed by all.
During Covid, the Friends provided Tablets for residents and patients to facilitate online interaction with family. Also a Marquee and a Visitation Co-Ordinator to ensure visits were safe.