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

Posted on by Ian Carey

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.

Over €120,000 raised with Applegreen for Jigsaw

Posted on by Ian Carey

Our new charity partnership with Applegreen could not have gotten off to a better start.

Over the three days of the May bank holiday weekend, an incredible €123,764 was raised in support of Jigsaw’s work with young people across Ireland. Across more than 200 Applegreen service stations nationwide, customers were invited to make a simple €2 donation at the till—and the response was extraordinary.

More than 60,000 Applegreen customers said “yes”.

Each of those moments, each conversation, each decision to give, came together to create something truly powerful: a nationwide show of support for young people’s mental health.

This campaign was made possible by the dedication and enthusiasm of Applegreen teams across the country. By taking the time to ask customers to support Jigsaw, they played a vital role in helping thousands of people take a small action that adds up to a lasting impact.

We want to say a heartfelt thank you to every Applegreen team member who asked the question—and to every customer who chose to say “yes.”

Because behind this remarkable total is something even more important – the difference it will make.

Every euro raised will help Jigsaw continue to provide free, accessible mental health support for children and young people across Ireland. It means more young people can access early support, find a safe space to talk, and get help at the moment they need it most.

Justin McDermott, Fundraising Manager at Jigsaw, said:
“We’re incredibly grateful to every single person who contributed over the weekend – whether that was an Applegreen team member starting a conversation at the till or a customer choosing to donate. What’s so powerful about this campaign is how those small moments come together to create something really meaningful. This level of support will help ensure more young people across Ireland can access the mental health support they need, when they need it most. It’s a brilliant example of what can be achieved when communities come together behind a shared cause.”

This is just the beginning of our partnership with Applegreen, and this first campaign has shown what’s possible when people come together with a shared purpose.

Thank you for helping us be there for young people across Ireland—when it matters most.

Every journey matters: Applegreen campaign underway

Posted on by Ian Carey

Applegreen customers will this weekend be invited to support youth mental health by making a €2 donation at the till, this weekend.

This May Bank Holiday weekend marks an exciting milestone in Jigsaw’s three-year partnership with Applegreen, as the first nationwide in-store fundraising campaign gets underway.

From Thursday 30 April to Monday 4 May, customers visiting Applegreen locations across Ireland will be invited to support youth mental health and help support young people when they need it most.  With 122 stores nationwide and an estimated one million customer interactions over the weekend, this campaign represents a powerful opportunity for people across the country to make a meaningful difference.

A Shared Commitment to Young People

Earlier this year, Jigsaw and Applegreen announced a partnership under the banner “Every Journey Matters”, with a shared ambition to raise over €1 million in support of youth mental health services over the next three years.

The partnership reflects a deep commitment from Applegreen and its 3,000+ colleagues to support young people across Ireland. Since the announcement, teams from both organisations have been working together to develop fundraising initiatives, volunteering opportunities and awareness campaigns that will support Jigsaw’s mission.

This Bank Holiday activation is the first major moment in that journey.

A Nationwide Effort

Over the four-day campaign, Applegreen stores across the country will be fully activated in support of Jigsaw. Customers will notice Jigsaw orange branding in-store, and in some locations, there will be additional on-site activities led by Applegreen colleagues.

At the heart of the campaign are the frontline teams engaging with customers, starting conversations and inviting small contributions that will collectively have a big impact.

As Justin McDermott, Jigsaw’s Fundraising Manager, explains:

“This campaign is a fantastic example of how small actions can come together to create real change. A €2 donation may feel like a simple gesture, but across hundreds of thousands of customers, it will help us to reach more young people who need support. We are incredibly grateful to Applegreen colleagues and customers for their commitment and generosity.”

Supporting Youth Mental Health

Funds raised through this campaign will go directly towards supporting Jigsaw’s work providing free, early intervention mental health support for young people aged 12–25 across Ireland.

Every donation helps Jigsaw to:

  • Provide vital one-to-one support for young people
  • Deliver mental health education and resources in communities
  • Expand access to services both in-person and online
  • Continue building a society where young people feel supported and heard

Get Involved This Weekend

If you’re passing through an Applegreen this Bank Holiday weekend, we encourage you to:

  • Say yes to the €2 donation at the till
  • Show your support for Applegreen colleagues taking part
  • Help spread the word about youth mental health

Jigsaw staff, volunteers and supporters are also encouraged to drop into their local store, thank teams for their efforts, and celebrate this important first step in the partnership.

Every Journey Matters

This campaign is just the beginning of what promises to be a meaningful and impactful partnership between Jigsaw and Applegreen.

Together, we can ensure that more young people across Ireland have access to the mental health support they need—when they need it most.

Because every journey matters.

 

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