80 cyclists, two days, €210k – looking back at the Applegreen Cycle

Last weekend, over two glorious days on July 10th and 11th, 80 colleagues from across Applegreen got on their bikes for the Applegreen Cycle.

Open to cyclists of every skill level, the route took the team from the historic castle at Bunratty, Co. Clare, all the way to Tullamore, Co. Offaly. While experiencing some of the most beautiful cycling scenery Ireland has to offer, the team embarked on an incredibly challenging, positive, and powerful few days in the saddle.

Most importantly, their monumental efforts have raised an astounding €210,000 to date for their charity partner, Jigsaw.

There is something deeply fitting about cycling as a symbol for this cause. Progress isn’t always easy. Sometimes the road is steep, the wind is against you, and the finish line seems a long way off. But with determination, support, and people alongside you, it’s possible to keep moving forward.

By turning the pedals, one after another, these cyclists demonstrated huge generosity toward the children and young people (aged 12-25) we support day in and day out across our 14 regional services. The vital funds raised will directly support our free therapy and mental health resources. This journey taken together was one of true solidarity—with each other as colleagues, and with us as a charity partner, and we are hugely grateful.

By choosing to champion this cause, Applegreen colleagues have shown that youth mental health matters. Their dedication on and off the saddle will help fund vitally important and pressing solutions, ensuring that when a child, a young adult, a mam, or a dad reaches out and asks for help, we are there.

Every climb tackled, every headwind battled, every puncture fixed, and every turn of the wheel was for something so, so important.

To everyone who organised, supported, donated, or cheered from the sidelines—thank you.

Find out more about the cycle and the ongoing partnership at applegreen.jigsaw.ie.