DILLION QUIRKE FOUNDATION FUNDRAISING THIS WEEKEND
GRI
Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) is proud to continue the 2025 Nationwide Fundraising Campaign in support of the Dillon Quirke Foundation, with our last events this weekend in Lifford and Limerick. GRI have been working in collaboration this month with:
- - The Irish Greyhound Owners and Breeders Federation (IGOBF)
- - The Young Person Forum (YPF)
- - 15 greyhound stadia nationwide
This year marks the third consecutive campaign, with a refreshed and more collaborative approach that unites communities across Ireland. Together, we honour Dillon Quirke’s legacy and support the Foundation’s mission to raise awareness around cardiac health and increase access to life-saving cardiac screening for young people.
Donate to the Dillon Quirke Foundation Here
If you can't make it to one of the fundraising events, you can donate via the dedicated link above.
Dillon Quirke Foundation Fundraiser Dates
The 2025 Greyhound Racing Ireland Dillon Quirke Foundation Fundraiser was launched live on Virgin Media TV during the BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby Final on Saturday 27th September.
Race Nights Nationwide
Throughout October 2025 at the following 15 stadia:
- - Clonmel Greyhound Stadium Friday 24th October
- - Cork - Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium Saturday 25th October
- - Dublin - Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium Friday 17th October
- - Dundalk Greyhound Stadium Saturday 25th October
- - Enniscorthy Greyhound Stadium Thursday 30th October
- - Galway Greyhound Stadium Friday 24th October
- - Kilkenny Greyhound Stadium
- - Lifford Greyhound Stadium Saturday 1st November
- - Limerick Greyhound Stadium Friday 31st October
- - Mullingar Greyhound Stadium Saturday 18th October
- - Newbridge Greyhound Stadium Friday 17th October
- - Thurles Greyhound Stadium
- - Tralee - Kingdom Greyhound Stadium Friday 24th October
- - Waterford - Kilcohan Park Greyhound Stadium Saturday 25th October
- - Youghal Greyhound Stadium Saturday 18th October
Where no date is listed, details are still to be confirmed locally.
The Fundraising proceeds will be handed over on Saturday 8th November during the live TV broadcast from Curraheen Park for the Final of the 2025 Irish Greyhound Laurels.
Video: Dan Quirke Speaks About The Charity
On the live TV brodcast on Virgin Media, Dillon Quirke's dad, Dan, explained the importance of the charity and how the funds will help save lives.
Fundraising Goal
Greyhound Racing Ireland and the greyhound racing community hope to raise €10,000 for the Dillon Quirke Foundation - matching 2024’s success, with hopes to exceed this figure.
Community Engagement
Bring together greyhound owners, breeders, fans, young people, and local communities nationwide.
Awareness
Highlight the importance of cardiac health education and showcase the Foundation’s life-changing work.
Dillon Quirke Foundation Fundraiser - How it Will Work
Split the Pot Feature Race
Each stadium will host a dedicated race in honour of the Dillon Quirke Foundation.
- Winner’s Prize: €1,000 (split the pot)
- - €500 to the winning owner/trainer
- - €500 donated directly to the Foundation
Nationwide Bucket Collection
Volunteer-led bucket collections will take place during each designated race night.
- - Buckets will include QR codes for easy debit/credit card donations
- - 100% of funds raised go directly to the Foundation
All dates will be listed once confirmed.
Join Us in Making a Difference
The Dillon Quirke Foundation is saving lives through awareness and access to cardiac screening. By supporting this campaign, you are helping protect the future of young people across Ireland.