Main Beneficiary Charities 2026

Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle Central Charity Fund

If you do not have a preference to support and cycle for one of our Main Beneficiary Charities detailed below, you can choose to register for the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle Central Fund to raise funds for all our 2026 Beneficiary Charities.

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Ballinskelligs Inshore Rescue

Ballinskelligs Inshore Rescue Ltd was founded in 2006 by members of the local community in response to a tragic drowning incident in Ballinskelligs Bay. Since then, it has developed into a vital voluntary lifeboat service, operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The organisation is staffed entirely by trained local volunteers who dedicate their time without personal reward, motivated by the knowledge that their efforts may one day save a life.

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Breakthrough Cancer Research

Investing in world-class research to impact the quality of life for people with cancer and save lives. Particularly focused on improving outcomes for people whose cancers are poorly served by current treatment options.

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Brú Columbanus

Providing home from home accommodation for families of seriously ill patients in Cork hospitals. Funds raised through the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle will help us ensure that more families can stay close to their loved ones during difficult times.

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Down Syndrome Kerry supports over 200 families across the county. Our mission is to empower people with Down syndrome to live full, independent, and connected lives within their own communities. The Millhouse Café Project at Blennerville Windmill is the next step in that journey – a vibrant, inclusive social enterprise transforming heritage space into real employment and opportunity. With the much-appreciated support of the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle and you, our community in Kerry, The Millhouse Café will become a space where inclusion is visible, ability is celebrated, and every cup served reflects opportunity in action.

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Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation

Providing in-home nursing care and respite to families of children up to age 7 with severe learning disability and complex medical needs, as well as end-of-life-care for children up to age 7. Right now, Jack and Jill is supporting 490 families across Ireland and has cared for over 3,200 families since 1997. In Kerry alone, we have supported almost 100 families, with 14 local families currently receiving care. The Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle funds will help us fund this vital service in homes across the Kingdom and afar.

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Kerry Hospice Foundation

Kerry Hospice Foundation (KHF) has a clear and targeted view of its work. It is to support the delivery of professionally led palliative care services in Kerry. KHF does this by raising awareness, money and providing clear leadership and focus.

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