This newsletter contains information on:

• February focus: Summer Games 2026 by Special Olympics Ireland
• Other New Volunteering Opportunities
• Community Volunteers
• Are you following us on Facebook?
• Volunteer Ireland National Survey 2026
• Fingal Volunteer Centre Pop-up at a library near you

February focus: Summer Games 2026 by Special Olympics Ireland 

Ireland’s largest inclusive sporting event returns from 18–21 June, as Special Olympics Ireland hosts four days of dynamic competition at the Summer Games 2026. More than 1,200 athletes will compete across 12 sports in a nationwide celebration of ability, determination and inclusion.

We are delighted to have been asked by Special Olympics Ireland to advertise their volunteer roles on I-VOL, giving you a chance to apply if you are interested.

Volunteer opportunities for different parts of the event are available — or will be soon — on I-VOL.
There is a planning and strategy team that manages the whole Games across all venues. They work with other volunteer coordinators, who then lead their volunteer teams to make sure everything runs smoothly throughout the event.

Volunteers will initially help online during the planning stage, working with other teams to get venues ready. During the Games (18th–21st June), volunteers will need to be at their assigned venue(s).

Venues – The Sport Ireland Campus in Dublin 15 is a major venue. In addition, competitions will take place in Dublin 8, Baldoyle, Clontarf, Coolock, Morton Stadium, Westmanstown Golf Club, and two venues in County Meath. More details about Venues

Volunteering at the Summer Games 2026 is an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise, build new skills, and play an active role in delivering a major national sporting event.

More roles will be added in the coming weeks, including tasks on the event day itself.

Keep checking I-VOL for roles that interest you. Current volunteer opportunities can be seen here: Special Olympics Ireland

Other New Volunteering Opportunities

Here are some new opportunities that have been posted this month on I-VOL:

• Special Interest Club Volunteer – Belmayne/Clongriffin with Fóroige Balbriggan (Dublin 13)
• Specialist Volunteer – Autism & SEN Kids Camps (ABA/ OT/ SEN Teachers) Dublin6 with Love Actually Charity (Dublin 6)
• Trad Musicians for St. Patrick’s Day 17th March Rush with Rush Multipurpose Youth Facility CLG (Rush)
• Volunteer Chairperson Swords with Fingal Counselling Service (Swords)
• Marshal -Donabate St.Patrick’s Parade- Saturday with Fingal Volunteer Centre (Donabate)
• St Patrick’s Festival Dublin Volunteering, 14th-17th March 2026 with St Patrick’s Festival (Dublin City Centre)
• Youth Mentor Volunteer (Big Brother/ Big Sister) Balbriggan with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ireland (Foroige) (Balbriggan)
• Social Media Assistant (Remote) with Association of Irish Powerchair Football (Remote)
• Executive Assistant (Remote) with Association of Irish Powerchair Football (Remote)
• Activities Volunteer Oldtown with Beechtree Nursing home (Oldtown, Ballyboughal)
• Youth and Parent Mentors needed across Dublin with Le Cheile (Dublin wide)

Community Volunteers

Our 2026 Community Volunteers programme kicks off with the St. Patrick’s Day Parades in Blanchardstown and Balbriggan. Currently there are Six one-off volunteer opportunities open to register under your Community Volunteer profile on I-VOL.

Upcoming Events

St. Patrick’s Day Parades – Blanchardstown & Balbriggan 
Tuesday 17th March 2026
Volunteers will support the Quiet Zones along the parade routes, helping create welcoming, inclusive spaces for families and children who require additional support, including children with autism.

Believe Balbriggan Expo
Saturday 11th April 2026 
Assist with welcoming attendees, providing information, and supporting the Fingal Volunteer Centre volunteer table at this community showcase of local organisations and businesses.

Baldoyle Biosphere Festival
Friday & Saturday 15th & 16th May 2025 
Friday: Guide small groups of school students (ages 10–12) between environmental workshops and supervise throughout the day.
Saturday: Support general festival activities with a smaller volunteer team.

How to Register for a Community Volunteers event?
Log in to your I-VOL Profile and click Community Volunteer Profile available at the bottom of the page. Click on Upcoming Roles to view all the upcoming CV events. To view full details of the event, like event date, location, shift timings etc.-Click on See Available Shifts. Click on Sign Up to register your interest in a CV event of your interest.
Please only register for events you are certain you can attend, as each event has a limited number of volunteer places.
If you have any questions or experience any issues registering, don’t hesitate to contact Ruth on 087-4017511.

Not a community volunteer yet, sign up today: Community Volunteers Registration or get in touch at info@volunteerfingal.ie or 01 899 1921.

Are you following us on Facebook?

Our Facebook page is the quickest way to hear about new volunteer opportunities, upcoming events and highlights from across the Fingal volunteer community.

We regularly share information on one-off roles, programme updates, and important announcements that may not be made into your inbox right away.

If you are registered with us, make sure you are also connected online — stay informed, stay engaged, and be part of our growing volunteer network.

Link to our Facebook page: FVC – Fingal Volunteer Centre

Volunteer Ireland National Survey 2026

As part of International Volunteer Year 2026, Volunteer Ireland is inviting volunteers across the country to share their experiences.

Your feedback will help ensure that our work is informed by real-life volunteering experiences and responds to the needs of volunteers in our communities.

Volunteer Ireland has created a short survey that takes less than three minutes to complete. All responses are completely anonymous.

We would greatly appreciate taking a moment to share your experience.

Volunteer Ireland National Survey 2026

Fingal Volunteer Centre Pop-up at a library near you 

Looking for something different?

Meet us at a library near you across Fingal to chat about your interests and receive guidance on suitable volunteer roles. Our Volunteer Centre Pop-ups provide a great opportunity to meet a member of our team in person, ask questions about volunteering, and receive personalised advice to help shape and support your volunteering journey.

No appointment is needed—just drop in and take the first step towards finding your ideal volunteer role!

Check out our website for the schedule of Pop-Ups happening this month and find one near you.