Corporate Events Calendar
We are thrilled to present our 2025 calendar of corporate events, designed to inspire and engage companies like yours in supporting our incredible athletes. Your involvement can make a profound difference, helping to raise essential funds that empower our athletes to achieve their dreams.
You can choose from the events listed below or create a bespoke event which we would be happy to support you with.
Support An Athlete
January-March 2025
The Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 will take place from March 8th to 15th, bringing together over 1,500 athletes from 103 countries to compete in eight thrilling winter sports. On average, we will need your help to raise close to €3,500 per athlete, to support our athletes in their dreams to compete on the world stage. Your support, no matter how small, is invaluable to us and our campaign.
Collection Day
May 2025
Special Olympics Ireland Annual Collection Day is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of athletes with an intellectual disability. Join the effort with your colleagues to support Special Olympics Ireland. Organise Your Own Fundraising Event in May. Rally your team to host a fundraising event any day in May. OR Volunteer with colleagues to help with bucket collections in your community on May 2nd.
Croke Park Abseil
June 2025
This June, take on an unforgettable challenge to support Special Olympics Ireland by abseiling 150 feet down from the iconic Hogan Stand at Croke Park! Gather your colleagues, friends, or family for this thrilling experience and help raise vital funds for Special Olympics athletes. Registration Fee: €150 to secure your spot. Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged! Fundraising Goal: Each participant is asked to raise a minimum of €200.
Mikey Power Challenge
July 2025
Join Mikey as he attempts to climb the highest peak in each province in Ireland while cycling between each inside 72 hours. This has never been completed in such a gruelling fashion by anyone else and we would love to have you join him for the hikes along the way. Mikey has managed to raise €45,642 to date with his challenges for Special Olympics Ireland! If you would be interested in testing yourself and joining some of the challenge, please do get in touch. Let’s raise funds and conquer the highest peaks TOGETHER.
Celebrations of Champions Gala Ball
November 2025
The Special Olympics Ireland "Celebration of Champions" Gala Ball is held in honour of our incredible athletes and supporters. Join us for an elegant evening celebrating achievements and raising funds for Special Olympics Ireland! 10 Guests Table Package or Individual Tickets available.
Executive Dip & Festive Brunch
December 2025
Experience The Executive Dip & Festive Brunch this December at the Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Resort! Enjoy a dip in the water at Portmarnock Beach and afterwards soak up the Christmas atmosphere with hot beverages, food and festivities, all in aid of Special Olympics Ireland athletes. Both individuals and teams welcome.
Other Ways to Get Involved
Staff-led Fundraising
Payroll Giving
Corporate Donations
Matched Giving
Volunteering
Customer Donations
Corporate Partnership
Charity of the Year
Let’s collaborate and make 2025 a year to remember for our athletes! If you would like any further details on the above, please contact a member of our corporate team for more information or to set up a meeting.
Email: corporate@specialolympics.ie
