Principal Sponsor


Dublin Office

Many thanks to Accenture and the staff at its Dublin office for their very generous financial support of this undertaking.



Richard is extremely grateful to Barcuba, Galway, for sponsoring his travel and stay in Australia for the Poor Man's Comrades Run.

Many thanks to Robert Blacoe of Blacoe Jewellers, Galway city, for presenting Richard with a Breitling Emergency watch in recognition of his Polar marathon successes. See press release.


Other Supporters

The following businesses have also contributed in various ways to ensuring that the challenge could get underway. Their help and assistance is much appreciated.

Taurus Technologies Ltd. have kindly sponsored the design and management of this site.


Galway Ryan Leisure Club, Galway

As a member of Galway Ryan Leisure Club, Richard avails of the club's excellent facilities and has received tremendous encouragement and support in his preparation.


Budget Travelshop, Galway

Budget Travelshop, Galway Shopping Centre, is supporting the adventure by charging only cost price for Richard's flights throughout the entire year.

David Lohan, Prospect Hill, Galway

Rabbitt's Bar and Restaurant, Forster Street, Galway.

Kilcullen Kapital Partners, Praque, Czech Republic

Larry Carberry, Direct Chauffeur Limousine Service, Dublin.

John Glynn Fitness Consultants, Galway

Orbital.Net for the hosting of this site.

If you are interested in sponsoring Richard on any of his remaining races, you can contact him directly at the details below:

Email: rdonovan@cea.ie
Tel: 091-566077. Callers from outside Ireland: Tel +353-91-566077
Fax: 091-566082. Callers from outside Ireland: Fax +353-91-566082