Paralympics Ireland has launched a major new crowdfunding campaign in a bid to raise vital funds ahead of the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games which will kick off in exactly six weeks’ time.
Central to the campaign is an original image ‘Dreaming of Rio’ created by graphic artist Luke Brennan and onto which contributors can get their own name added to a limited edition signed print.
The new crowdfunding campaign, which is part of their ‘More Than Sport’ awareness drive that was launched earlier this year, aims to raise €25,000 in necessary funds in order to support Ireland’s elite Paralympic athletes as they prepare for the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.
“Ireland’s Paralympic athletes are more than elite athletes with a disability,” said Paralympics Ireland Commercial Director Patrick Haslett. They are extraordinary sportspeople and ambassadors who deserve the nation’s support.”
“While state funding provided €1.28 million for Paralympics Ireland this year, the cost of leading Team Ireland to Rio 2016 is enormous. We’re asking the Irish public to help us on our way to raising an additional €500,000 overall in 2016 so that we can fully support Irish Paralympic athletes on their quest for success.
“Proceeds from this crowdfunding campaign and earlier fundraising events will go towards final team preparations including athlete coaching and travel costs and sports-science/medical support and competitive kit. All support will help our athletes deliver their absolute best in competition.”
It’s a great campaign and a way to mark our support of what is one of Ireland’s finest and most inspiring group of sports people. You can access the crowdfunding campaign and corresponding rewards here.
The Opening Ceremony for the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games kicks off on Wednesday, September 7th. Ireland will have 46 athletes across 10 sports competing for glory on the world stage once more, striving for Personal Best performances and of course, that glorious climb on to the podium.
