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Fundraising Events

Save the Date for Collection Day 2026!

Our biggest fundraising event of the year returns for 2026 - mark your calendar!

Abseil Challenge 2026

This May, why not gather your colleagues, friends, and family and abseil 150ft from Croke Park's iconic Hogan stand to raise much needed funds to support Special Olympics Ireland Athletes.

Physical Challenges

Hold a fundraiser in your school

You and your school or crèche can play your part in supporting and making a real difference to the lives of nearly 8,000 Special Olympics Ireland Athletes by holding a fundraiser this year.

Your support is vital! Thank you to everyone who held or took part in a virtual fundraising challenge.

We have a variety of live events, but we also encourage you to check out our selection of virtual events or you can still hold your own fundraising event.

As a charity seeking donations from the public we comply with the Guidelines for Charitable Organisations on Fundraising from the Public as set out by the Charities Regulator.

Fundraising Events

Save the Date for Collection Day 2026!

Abseil Challenge 2026

Take on the Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2026 in aid of Special Olympics Ireland

Moyvalley Golf Classic 2026

Hold your own fundraising event

Physical Challenges

Hold a fundraiser in your school