Cork City Marathon runners raise record-breaking €307,000 for good causes

The director of Cork City Marathon is 'not just a race. It’s a platform for hope, solidarity, and genuine impact in our own communities' File picture: Eddie O'Hare

Good causes across the country are set to benefit from more than €307,000 raised by this year's Cork City Marathon. 

The impressive outcome was thanks to 9,400 supporters whose collective efforts drummed up a record-breaking €307,673, almost double last year's funds. 

This will now benefit charities and community organisations across the country. 

Breakthrough Cancer Research, Marymount University Hospice, Pieta, and the Irish Cancer Society, were among the most popular charities for 2025, with each receiving five-figure sums. 

Other charities included Cork ARC Cancer Support House, The Mercy Hospital Foundation, CUH Charity, The Rainbow Club Cork Centre for Autism, and Iris House Cork Cancer Support. 

Other well-supported Cork causes included Enable Ireland, Cork Mental Health Foundation, Cork Simon Community, and Sanctuary Runners.

Director Eamon Hayes praised those who donated and showed their support for the event.

“Every year, we are humbled by the kindness and determination shown by our runners and their supporters, and 2025 has been our most impactful yet.

“Whether running in memory of a loved one, in solidarity with a cause, or to give back to a service that’s helped them, these fundraising efforts are at the heart of what makes the Cork City Marathon so special. 

It’s not just a race. It’s a platform for hope, solidarity, and genuine impact in our own communities. 

Donations continue to be raised, but the figures to date already confirm 2025 as a record-breaking year for the marathon.

Registration for the 2026 Cork City Marathon on May 31 are currently on sale. 

For more information, visit corkcitymarathon.ie.