500 Champions Challenge
Looking for a powerful way to engage your employees, strengthen team spirit, and showcase your company’s commitment to inclusion?
Join one of our Champions Challenges and be Champions for Inclusion with Special Olympics Ireland.
Are you ready to push your limits, have fun, and make a real difference? We’re looking for 500 passionate champions to step up, take on the challenge, and become true heroes for inclusion. We will provide everything you need to succeed, including fundraising resources, Champion T-shirts and medals for every participant.
Get your company on board today — and make inclusion your business.
Join Our Challenges:
Champions Abseil
Sunday, 2nd November 2025 - Skyview Tower, Smithfield, Dublin
Conquer the one hundred and ninety six foot Skyview Tower together. A perfect challenge for adventurous teams.
Champions Dip & Dine
Friday, 5th December 2025 - Portmarnock Resort and Jameson Golf Links, Dublin. Brave the chilly waters, then warm up over a festive brunch with Special Olympics ambassadors.
Create Your Own - DIY / Virtual Challenges
From Sep - Dec 2025: Choose a date that suits you! Whether it is a cycle, hike, quiz night or bake off, design something unique for your workplace.
Your Impact!
We’re calling on 500 Champions to step up and take on the challenge for inclusion! Special Olympics Ireland supports 6,000 athletes each year, but for every athlete we reach there are 10 more still waiting for their chance to experience the joy of sport, friendship, and inclusion.
Be a Part of the 500 Champions Campaign.
Set a fundraising target of €500 per team member and not only will they be entered into raffle draws with amazing prizes but will be making a real impact. Just €500 could support one athlete for a full year — a year of sport, confidence, and inclusion made possible by you.
Your support means:
✔️ Belonging – friendships and teamwork
✔️ Growth – new skills and self-confidence
✔️ Inspiration – competitions all year round
Together, 500 Champions x €500 = €250,000 — enough to support 500 athletes for an entire year. Making a real and lasting impact in the community!
Join us. Be one of the 500.
Get in Touch
If you would like to get in touch about our Champions Challenges, and being part of the 500 Champions Campaign please email: champions@specialolympics.ie
We Have Everything You Need!
Fundraising Toolkit
Everything you need to fundraise with ease and share your story!
Click Below!
- Easy Fundraising Tips
- A–Z of fundraising ideas
- Ready-to-use posts for social & WhatsApp
- Customisable flyers and posters
- Handy sponsorship cards
We will be with you every step of the way. Let us make your challenge count and your impact even bigger.
Fundraising Challenge FAQs
Got a question? We have you covered!
Here are the Frequently Asked Questions for this challenge, with answers to everything you need to know.