Events

Sign Up for Our Run 80k in March Challenge

For the month of March, we are asking you to run or jog 80km for family carers. The challenge starts on the 1st March and you have the entire month to reach the 80km milestone, which works out at just over 2km per day!  Register now and receive your fundraising pack which includes a free t-shirt, online fundraising page and a tracker sheet to log your daily run or jog.

Sign up now using this link https://familycarersie.enthuse.com/cf/run-80k-in-march and help raise vital funds for the 500,000+ family carers in  Ireland

Family carers provide unpaid care in the home for loved ones such as children or adults with additional needs, physical or intellectual disabilities, frail older people, those with palliative care needs or those living with chronic illnesses, mental health challenges or addiction. They are mums, dads, sons, daughters, siblings, relatives, friends and colleagues.

We believe no one should have to care alone.


Cold Water Dip Challenge 2024

Join us for a Cold Water Dip on Sunday 21st April and help raise funds for family carers in our local communities.

Take part in one of our chosen locations or take a dip at a place of your choosing. You decide!!

Register here.

Date: Sunday 21st April
Time: 12.30pm
Entry Fee: €10

You can take a dip with us at:

  • Lahinch, Clare
  • Miltown Malbay, Clare
  • Hodson Bay, Roscommon
  • Plassey Bank, UL Limerick City
  • Keem Beach, Achill, Mayo
  • Rosses Point, Sligo
  • A place of my choosing.

We can promise you some fun as we work up the courage to take the plunge in support of family carers.

Your Safety

Your health and safety is our top priority. Please read our Cold Water Safety Guidance and Cold Water Dip Challenge T&Cs before starting this challenge.

This challenge is entirely at your own risk, so please assess your ability and safety before you participate. Family Carers Ireland shall not be liable for any injury, damage or loss to you or your property that might occur as a result of your participation.


Care to Spin

Gear up for the Family Carers Ireland Spin Marathon on Saturday 4th May, where every pedal amplifies our support for family carers. With your support, this event will raise vital funds to help improve the lives of family carers in Sligo. 

Be part of our journey and donate today!

Our Spin Marathon takes place on Saturday 4th May from 10am – 2pm, in Range of Motion (ROM), Cleveragh Retail Park, Sligo, F91C9X4. Our 24 volunteers will be giving one hour of their time to spin, and you are more than welcome to join us on the day and cheer them on! Or you can show your support by donating and sharing this page with your friends, family on social media and WhatsApp. Your contribution, no matter the size, helps us ensure that no one should have to care alone. 

To donate or learn more, please click here.