February fundraising challenge to support children in Mayo with additional needs
Sensational Kids, a national children’s charity and social enterprise dedicated to transforming lives through timely intervention, has announced a fundraising challenge during February entitled ‘Step Up for Sensational Kids.’ This is a month long challenge inviting people across Mayo to walk or run 110 kilometres throughout February to support children with additional needs.
The challenge is open to individuals, families, workplaces, schools, and community groups, offering an inclusive way to stay active while supporting a vital cause. This fundraiser is open to individuals of all ages and fitness levels, and can be completed anytime and anywhere. Everyone who registers will receive a free Step Up for Sensational Kids t shirt, helping participants stay motivated throughout the month.
Sensational Kids has a Child Development Centre at the Lakeside Retail Park, Claremorris.
Funds raised will support Sensational Kids in delivering timely, evidence based therapies and assessments, including Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy. These services play a vital role in helping children build confidence, independence, and brighter futures.
Brian O’Neill, Fundraising Manager at Sensational Kids, said:
“The campaign offers a simple but powerful way for people to make a meaningful difference. Step Up for Sensational Kids is about combining movement with purpose. Every kilometre completed helps ensure children with additional needs can access the timely supports that make a real and lasting difference to their lives.”
For many families, the impact of Sensational Kids’ services is profound and long lasting.
One parent shared this month:
“Sensational Kids has been the lifeline of support for our family. The office, shop and therapy staff have supported my son for over 12 years and are one of the reasons he has become capable of so much. We are forever grateful.”
The reason 110km was chosen by Sensational Kids is because more than 110,000 children are currently waiting for essential therapy appointments in Ireland. Each kilometre represents one child waiting for help.
For registration and enquiries, you can visit here.
Further details and information are also available by emailing brian@sensationalkids.ie