Fundraising Events
There are many ways to support the work of the Meningitis Trust, and we would be delighted to hear from you if you would like to take part in a challenge event, or organise one of your own. Please contact Ger Mills for further details. Phone +353 (0)90 6450531, Email: germills@meningitis-trust.ie .
Just click below to find out more about some of the events taking place this year:
Skip a Coffee
SkyDive
Pilot a Helicopter
Running/Walking
Overseas Treks
Mellow Yellow
Coffee Break
Toddle Waddle
Church Gate Collections & Street Collections
Charity of the Year
Skip a coffee? – Take the Cappuccino Challenge now…
Why not consider taking the Meningitis Trust 'Cappuccino Challenge'? It will save you calories and money, and you could also help save a life. Everyone wins.
All you need to do is go without a cup of coffee. Just one. Once a day, or once a week, the decision is yours. Then donate the money to the Meningitis Trust.
How could that help to save a life? Well €3 - the typical cost of a cappuccino - can help us to provide 25 families in your area, or an entire school class, with their own Signs and Symptoms card. Knowing the symptoms of meningitis CAN save lives, so the sooner you start, the sooner you can make a difference. Let us know how you get on.
To make your gift, and make a difference, simply click on the 'Donate Now' button on the left. Or send a cheque/postal order to us at Meningitis Trust, PO Box 102, Bray Co Wicklow. Thank you.
You can also make a regular gift by Standing Order, which you can cancel or change at any time according to your circumstances (or your desire for coffee in the future!). Good Luck!
Why not encourage your colleagues or a family member to join the Cappucino Challenge too? All it takes is one coffee!
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to jump out of a plane? The Meningitis Trust is giving you the chance to do just that by taking part in a Skydive.
The Meningitis Trust has teamed up with Skydive4charity.ie to offer this experience of a lifetime. Visit www.skydive4charity.ie for all the details, call the Skydive4Charity team on 086 2532445 or email CharitySkydive@Skydive4Charity.ie and remember, you'll also be raising much-needed funds for the Meningitis Trust.
For more details about the work of the Trust, and how your skydive can help in the fight against this terrible disease, please contact Ger Mills, Meningitis Trust Development Officer on 090 6450531 or email germills@meningitis-trust.ie
Watch Cian Murphy's skydive on http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZ9lEOJqAuI
Deirdre Nolan also flung herself from a plane- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xuFZo9TGlc Afterwards she said “I slowly watched us climbing, 2,000, 4,000 and eventually 10,000ft…door open, kneeling, tightening of straps, instructions, one leg out, crossing of arms…1…2…3…gone! Complete disorientation as we tumbled into position……but then…. WOW…it was like being in a wind tunnel, arms open, flying, letting go, exhilaration , smiling, loving it! I really can’t explain those first few seconds but the outcome was the best experience of my life and one I’ll never forget and definitely want to do again.”
Pilot a Helicopter
If sky diving isn't your thing how about piloting a helicopter?! For further details contact our Events Team at 01 2590269 or email: eolas@meningitis-trust.ie
Running/Walking -Back to top
Keep up-to-date with all running events on www.runireland.com
Taking part in a challenge event can be lots of fun, and by raising sponsorship, you can help save lives, and make a huge difference to people affected by meningitis. The Team here at the Meningitis Trust will give you all the support and advice you need to make your event a real success! You should first register with the race organisers to secure your official place in your chosen event.
Once you’ve secured your place, register to run for the Meningitis Trust. Call our Event Team on (01) 2590269 or e-mail us at: eolas@meningitis-trust.ie. We will send you your Free runner’s pack which includes Sponsorship cards, Tee Shirt, Running Tips, Nutrition Guide, and an option to set up your own fundraising page on mycharity.ie so that your friends and family can sponsor your efforts.
Good Luck!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Irish Multimarathon - Sunday 3rd July 2011
The Flattest Half marathon and 5 Mile in Ireland takes place on Clontarf Promenade, Dublin.
Website: www.irishmultimarathon.com
Irish Runner 5 Mile (Race series 1 of Dublin marathon) - Sat 16th July 2011
Website: www.dublinmarathon.ie/race_series.php
Renville 5k run, Oranmore - 20th July 2011
The inaugural 'Remembering Aoibhe' 5k run. Good luck to organisers Linda Burke of Level One and Siobhan Carroll and their fellow committee members. Refreshments will be provided, and all proceeds go to the Meningitis Trust. To register on-line visit http://www.runireland.com/events/renville-park-5k, If you would like to volunteer to help at the event, contact the Trust on eolas@meningitis-trust.ie
Galway City Marathon, Galway City – Sun 28th August 2011
For more details log on to www.galwaycitymarathon.com.
Frank Duffy 10 Mile Memorial Race (Race series 2 of Dublin Marathon)– Sat August 21st 2011
Website: www.dublinmarathon.ie/race_series.php This event is a long standing event dedicated to the memory of the legendary Frank Duffy who coached a number of Irish Olympians. The 10-Mile event is an ideal build-up race for intending entrants in the adidas Dublin Marathon on October 25.
Evening Echo Cork Women's Mini Marathon, Cork - September 2011
Munster's premier 4 mile road race attracts over 10,000 participants of all abilities and ages, raising money for local, national and international charities. 2011 marks the 30th anniversary of the race. For details and entry form click on http://www.corkminimarathon.com or look for entry forms in the Evening Echo newspaper.
Dublin Half Marathon (Race series 3 of Dublin Marathon)– Saturday 17th September
Further details to follow
Adidas Dublin Marathon, Dublin - Monday 31st October 2011
Up to 10,000 runners are expected to take part in this, the 31st running of the Dublin Marathon in the country's capital city. The race is run through the Georgian streets of Dublin, which is home to over 1 million people, and is sure to attract large numbers of spectators. Enter on-line at: http://dublinmarathon.ie/entry_details.php
Can't see the race you want? There are literally hundreds of running events taking place in 2011. Visit Runireland.com to find out more.
And it's never to early to start planning for next year either!
2012 will mark the Meningitis Trust's 10th year - why not mark a decade in the fight against meningitis by taking part in a challenge event? Here are some ideas:
Ronhill Connemarathon, Maam Cross, Co Mayo - April annually The Connemarathon takes you through some of the most scenic parts of Ireland. Runners can choose to take part in a Half Marathon (13.1 miles), Full Marathon (26.2 miles) or an Ultra Marathon (39.3 miles). Enter on-line at www.connemarathon.com
Great Ireland Run, Dublin - April annually
Dublin's Phoenix Park is the venue for the Great Ireland Run. There's a 10k run for adults, with a 2.5km race catering for junior runners aged 8-15. Enter on-line at www.greatirelandrun.org
London Marathon, London - April annually. Entry is by on-line ballot, For further details visit http://www.virginlondonmarathon.com/marathon-centre/enter-virgin-london-marathon
West of Ireland Women's Mini Marathon, Mayo - May annually (2012 will be the 3rd year of the event)
The race starts and finishes at the Mall in Castlebar, Co Mayo. The 10km (6.2 miles) run, jog or walk is for women of all abilities and ages, and a huge social and fun occasion. Further details from: http://www.westofirelandwomensminimarathon.com/
The Great Limerick Run is designed to tap into the unprecedented popularity of running in Ireland at every level. Run over three distances – 10k, 21k and 42k - the event caters to everybody from novice fun-runner/walker to the most competitive of international athletes. The marathon typically starts at 9am, the half-marathon at 11am and the 10km at 12:30pm. Further details from http://www.greatlimerickrun.com/about.html.
RiverRock Belfast City Marathon, Belfast – May annually
The race traditionally starts at the City Hall and finishes at Ormeau Park. The event attracts runners from all over the world, with further details and registration available on www.Belfastcitymarathon.com
Bord Gais Energy Cork City Marathon, Cork - June 2012
Whether you’re in it to have fun or get fit, join our team and get running for a great cause! Further details at: http://www.corkcitymarathon.ie/
Flora Dublin Women's Mini Marathon, Dublin City - June 2012
The mini marathon is the biggest fun event for women of all ages and fitness levels. And the money raised will help thousands of people throughout Ireland in the fight against meningitis.
Overseas Trek and Cycle -Back to top
Sign up to a Meningitis Trust overseas challenge event and we promise you the adventure of a lifetime! Call our Events team on 01 2590269 or email: eolas@meningitis-trust.ie
Demanding, but fun and varied, our challenges will inevitably leave you with a huge sense of achievement, and good friends made along the way. We welcome people of all levels of fitness and our experienced events team is here to advise you on all aspects of training and fundraising. Now all you have to decide is where in the world you want to go!
Coffee Break -Back to top
By organising a Coffee Break in your home, amongst your work colleagues or in your community, you can help in the fight against meningitis. It's one of the simplest and most fun ways to support the Trust. Call us and we will send you your Coffee Break pack, including sponsor cards, Coffee Break tips, and details of just how much good you can achieve. And the good news is that the choice is yours - you can do a Coffee Break any day of the year! If coffee if not your thing, how about a ‘tea break’ ‘cheese and wine’ or other event of your choosing?
Mellow Yellow gives workmates, club colleagues and friends a chance to chill out and have some fun while raising much-needed funds for the Meningitis Trust. Whether you choose to simply wear a yellow T-Shirt, or go all out and have a yellow-themed dinner party, the aim is the same -take time out, banish the blues and have some fun! For more information about Mellow Yellow click hereToddle Waddle -Back to top
The Meningitis Trust Toddle Waddle is a fun sponsored walk for the under-5's, their parents, carers and friends. With a colourful, fun pack including Duck Masks, stickers, balloons and lots more, Toddle Waddle is a great way to get to know your neighbours, and your neighbourhood! For more information please see our Toddle Waddle page.
Church Gate Collections and Street Collections -Back to top (resize).jpg)
Organising a Church Gate Collection or Street Collection is a fantastic way to raise funds for the Meningitis Trust, and raise awareness of the disease amongst your community at the same time. We'll organise the permits and the dates so, to arrange the collection, please phone Ger Mills on 090 6450531 or germills@meningitis-trust.ie
Charity of the Year -Back to top
In 2011, we're delighted to announce that we have been chosen as charity partner of the year by Level One. Watch this space for updates and news.
Do YOU know of any organisations that have a Charity of the Year? Does your own company encourage staff to suggest charities to support? If so, we'd love to hear from you so that we can put foward a proposal to them for consideration. 
Previous Partners of the Meningitis Trust include www.mykidstime.ie, ShoeZone, Halfords, National Irish Bank and Topaz. The support given to the Trust by their management, staff and customers of these companies has had a HUGE positive impact. Please contact Ger Mills at germills@meningitis-trust.ie or 090 6450531 or 087 9680068 to talk to us about becoming our Corporate Partner.
Launch of our partnership with Topaz
