Our Chosen Charities

The Simon Community.

The Simon Community is Ireland’s leading homelessness charity, providing vital services for individuals and families facing housing insecurity.
Through emergency accommodation, health and wellbeing support, and long-term housing solutions, Simon works tirelessly to ensure that no one is left behind.

  • Over 30,000 people at risk of homelessness supported every year.

  • Emergency shelter, mental health support, education, and advocacy programs.

  • Fighting for systemic change to end homelessness across Ireland.

By supporting Swim Éire, you’re helping the Simon Community give hope, dignity, and a future to thousands.

Young person wearing a yellow beanie with "Galway Simon Community" text, standing outside near a path and grass.

RNLI – Royal National Lifeboat Institution.

The RNLI is a volunteer-powered, charity-funded organisation saving lives at sea for over 200 years.
Their crews are always on call — ready to face the roughest conditions to rescue anyone in danger on Ireland’s waters.

  • Lifeboat stations along Ireland’s coastline, manned 24/7 by trained volunteers.

  • Over 143,000 lives saved since the RNLI’s founding.

  • Providing vital education on water safety for communities and schools.

By supporting Swim Éire, you’re backing the heroes who keep Ireland’s seas safe.

Three rescue workers on an orange RNLI lifeboat navigating through rough waters