Walk 100km with your dog in October and support Samaritans’ mission of fewer lives lost to suicide.
Ready for a challenge that’s good for you and your best friend?
This October, grab the lead and take on 100km with your dog while raising vital funds for Samaritans and helping us work towards a future where fewer lives are lost to suicide.
Whether it’s a quick morning stroll, a lunchtime wander or a big weekend adventure, every walk counts. You’ll be getting active, spending quality time together and supporting your own wellbeing along the way.
October is Mental Health Month, so it’s the perfect time to get moving, start conversations and do something positive for yourself and others.
Raise €20 and we’ll send you an exclusive Walkies for Wellbeing T-Shirt!
So what are you waiting for? Grab your dog, grab the lead and let’s get those tails wagging!
How do I take part?
Register
Your personal fundraising page is created when you register. It takes just a couple of minutes to register and the details you enter will be added to your fundraising page which you can then share to accept donations
Collect donations
Ask your friends and family to donate by sharing the link to your fundraising page on Whatsapp, social media, email, etc. We'll send you a t-shirt after your page gets its first donation. Many people make the first donation themselves.
Get walking!
Walk 100km throughout October – that’s 3-4km per day (or 4,000-6,000 steps). You can walk every day, most days, or go on long weekend hikes – whatever works for you and your dog. It's a good idea to provide updates on your progress.
Goodies for Good Samaritans!
Raise €250 and earn the right to hang a Walkies for Wellbeing dog tag on your pet's collar
You’ll receive your fundraising pack in the post when you raise €20. It’s packed with everything you need to kickstart your fundraiser in style, including an exclusive Walkies for Wellbeing T-Shirt.
Hit your €250 fundraising goal and we’ll send you a bespoke Walkies for Wellbeing Dog Tag.
It’s our way of saying thank you for all your support, and so you can show off your fundraising achievement!
Your Impact
Why we need your help
Your fundraising has the potential to save lives. Your challenge supports our Branch Development Fund, helping local Samaritans branches across Ireland & Northern Ireland be there for your community.
Over 2,000 Samaritans volunteer in 25 locations around Ireland & Northern Ireland answer calls to our helpline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Samaritans is the only charity in both Ireland & Northern Ireland offering emotional support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to anyone who is in distress, lonely, struggling to cope or feeling suicidal.
Fundraisers
Walkies For Wellbeing Top Dogs
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FAQs
When will I receive my free t-shirt?
Can I choose the size of my t-shirt?
Yes! You can select the size of your t-shirt while registering. You have 5 sizes to choose from:
S, M, L, XL, XXL
Just choose the size you want. Sizes are subject to availability and we will do our very best to match your selection where possible.
How do I get donations to my page?
What's in my fundraising pack?
Your fundraising pack includes some helpful resources to get you started, ideas to boost your fundraising, and a few fun extras to cheer you on.
It’ll land through your letterbox after you register – just a little something to kickstart your challenge!
Your fundraising pack contains –
- A letter from the Samaritans with a QR code to access our private WhatsApp group where our top three most engaged and active fundraisers will receive prizes.
- A Walkies tracker to plan/record your walks
- A Walkies For Wellbeing fundraising guide
How much do I have to raise?
There's no minimum fundraising requirement for the challenge. You can set any fundraising goal you like.
But if you raise 250 or more, we'll send you an exclusive Samaritans doggy tag to attach to your dog's collar!
