Mark O'Connor's Mini Transat - A Race for Orbis

Hi, my name is Mark and at 26 years old, I am aiming to become the youngest Irish man to race solo across the Atlantic Ocean.

By supporting this campaign, you’re not only helping me achieve my dream—you’re also making a real difference by supporting Orbis Ireland and its mission to fight avoidable blindness.

30% of all funds raised on this GoFundMe will go directly toward treating and preventing blindness in Ethiopia. Your generosity will help Orbis Ireland relieve pain, restore vision, and transform lives in some of the country’s poorest communities.

In places like Ethiopia, restoring sight is life-changing—not just for the individual, but for their family and the local economy, helping to break the cycle of poverty. The solution is often simple: a pair of glasses, a 20-minute surgery costing as little as €15, or a dose of antibiotics to treat an infection. Every donation, no matter the size, has the power to change lives. Thank you for your support!

(The funds will be transfered to Orbis Ireland as part of their partnership with Mark O'Connor & the Race for Orbis Campaign)