Fundraisers

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Northstars in Their Eyes 2025

Northstars in Their Eyes — a night of music & magic in support of Northstar Family Support Project! Join us on Sept 12th in Na Piarsaigh GAA Club for entertainment, raffles & great community spirit! All proceeds go directly to supporting families affected by addiction through the work of Northstar Family Support Project.

Limerick

Sierra Leone Ireland Partnership: Fundraising Dinner

By purchasing a ticket, you are doing more than reserving your seat at a memorable evening. You will enjoy a delicious three-course meal, live entertainment, and guest speakers—while making a direct impact on the education and future of young girls in Sierra Leone.

Dublin

Oesophageal Cancer Fund: Abseil Challenge 2025

OCF want you to go to new heights and take on the Croke Park Challenge in the fight against Oesophageal Cancer this October. Abseil from the roof of Croke Park, the 3rd largest stadium in Europe, down 150 ft to the hallowed turf below. Help us raise vital funds, fight cancer and save lives.

Dublin

Make a splash for Childline this September

Childline’s September Sea Swims are open to everyone. You don’t actually have to live by the coast to participate in this beneficial endeavour for body and soul: any open water location will do for your swims, dips or paddles. Childline will also be hosting pop-up swim events throughout September if you’d like to take the plunge with others.

Nationwide

Abseil for Age Action

Take the leap – literally – with Age Action’s charity abseil! Looking for an adrenaline fueled way to give back? Then this unforgettable experience is for you. By taking part, you’ll be raising essential funds to help Age Action continue our work advocating for the rights and wellbeing of older people across Ireland.

Dublin

Focus Ireland: Shine A Light

Shine A Light on child homelessness on Friday 10 October. We believe that no child should have to go through the trauma of homelessness. That's why we’re asking you to join us: sleep out against homelessness as part of Focus Ireland's Shine A Light, proudly supported by Bord Gáis Energy.

Nationwide

GCN: My Big Fat Gay Pub Quiz

A fabulous night of queer trivia and fundraising - taking place on Thursday, September 4, the event will be hosted by the marvellous drag duo of Miss Taken and Miss Roots, aka The Misses.

Dublin 2

Pieta: 13 Day August Swim Challenge

Swim 13 days across the month of August Raise funds for Pieta's lifesaving services Sign up for the 13 Day August Swim Challenge and we will send you your challenge T-shirt once you receive your first donation.

Nationwide

Return for Children

Return for Children’ is the new charity fundraising initiative supporting six national children’s charities – Barnardos Ireland, Barretstown, Childline by ISPCC, Jack & Jill, LauraLynn Children’s Hospice, and Make-A-Wish Ireland, launched in conjunction with Re-turn – operators of Ireland’s Deposit Return Scheme.

Nationwide

Breast Cancer Ireland: Very Pink Run 2025

The Very Pink Run offers the opportunity for men women and children to participate in a fun filled morning of a pinktastic showcase with music, face painters and fun for all the family. We have a 5k fun run, jog, walk or wheel and a 10K Challenge – there is something for everyone.

Dublin, Cork, Kilkenny & Online

Dublin Simon Community: Home Run 2025

Join us for our 42nd annual Home Run. Walk, jog, run, hop or dance the 5K loop though the scenic Phoenix Park – all to raise vital funds for our life-saving services, and help end homelessness. This year, we are asking everyone to treat the entry fee as just the beginning.

Dublin

Society of St. Vincent de Paul: Fun Run

Every Step Counts! Get ready for a fun-filled 5K and join us for the SVP Fun Run. Whether you're in the park with us or doing 5K your own way, every step you take helps us support those who need it most. Bring your family, friends, and four-legged companions. Dogs are more than welcome!

Limerick / Nationwide

Support SVP’s Education and Training Bursary Fund

Every year, bright and determined young people across Ireland face a future limited not by their potential – but by poverty. In 2024 alone, more than 190,000 children were living in poverty (CSO Survey of Income and Living Conditions 2024). That same year, SVP received over 4,000 requests for help with university and college course support.

Nationwide

Irish Cancer Society: Make A Splash A Day

Commit to a swim a day for August to raise funds for cancer patients and their families. This August take on a swim challenge with a difference! Commit to dipping, swimming or splashing each day for a month and raise funds to support cancer services and research.

Nationwide