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Help Alex compete at 2015 World Special Olympics!

Can you help Alex raise £2500 to compete at 2015 World Special Olympics, representing Great Britain?

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Help Alex compete at 2015 World Special Olympics!

Help Alex compete at 2015 World Special Olympics!

Help Alex compete at 2015 World Special Olympics!

Help Alex compete at 2015 World Special Olympics!

Help Alex compete at 2015 World Special Olympics!

Can you help Alex raise £2500 to compete at 2015 World Special Olympics, representing Great Britain?

Can you help Alex raise £2500 to compete at 2015 World Special Olympics, representing Great Britain?

Can you help Alex raise £2500 to compete at 2015 World Special Olympics, representing Great Britain?

Can you help Alex raise £2500 to compete at 2015 World Special Olympics, representing Great Britain?

Sarah Twigg
Sarah Twigg
Sarah Twigg
Sarah Twigg
1 Campaign |
Sheffield, United Kingdom
$52 USD $52 USD 5 backers
1% of $3,081 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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Burton Street greetings cards

Currency Conversion $6 USD
£5 GBP
1 out of 5 of claimed

"Down Our Street"

Currency Conversion $12 USD
£10 GBP
0 out of 5 of claimed

2015 Burton Street Calendar

Currency Conversion $18 USD
£15 GBP
0 out of 5 of claimed

Burton Street Foundation bag

Currency Conversion $25 USD
£20 GBP
0 out of 5 of claimed

Dance Your Socks Off t-shirt

Currency Conversion $37 USD
£30 GBP
0 out of 5 of claimed

Food/drink vouchers

Currency Conversion $49 USD
£40 GBP
0 out of 3 of claimed

Free Gym Session

Currency Conversion $62 USD
£50 GBP
0 out of 1 of claimed

Meal at Burton's Restaurant

Currency Conversion $123 USD
£100 GBP
0 out of 1 of claimed
Alex Thompson has been selected to represent Great Britain at the 2015 World Special Olympic Games in Los Angeles, taking place this summer. This is an amazing achievement for Alex, who suffers from XYY Chromosome Disorder, which has led to a moderate intellectual (learning) disability, along with poor vision and hearing. But without your help, Alex may not be able to take his place among the 116 other athletes selected to represent Great Britain.


To take part, Alex must raise the £2,500 cost of the trip to Los Angeles, so he really needs your help! Can you donate to help Alex fulfill his dream?

Alex has been offered a place on the Great Britain Basketball Team at this summer’s Olympics, but his talents are not limited to that particular sport, Alex is also involved in swimming, bowling and athletics. In 2013, Alex took part in the Special Olympics National Games, competing in the swimming events. He was amongst 1,700 other athletes from England, Scotland and Wales. Alex recently took home the Peter Woodall Sports Award for his sporting achievements, arranged by The Learning Disabilities Partnership Board. The Peter Woodall Trophy is awarded to "a person with a learning disability who has shown determination and enthusiasm, inspired others and has made outstanding achievements at any level". The World Summer Games will be an unforgettable experience for Alex and his basketball team mates; by donating, you too can be a part of their story!

Alex knows what an incredible opportunity it is to be offered the chance to represent his country at the World games! He is dedicated to his sport and has trained and practised extremely hard to be given this opportunity, but he may not have chance to take his place without you kind help.

The Impact

Alex’s Dad explains how his selection for the GB Team has affected him:

“Since finding out that he has been selected to play for the GB Basketball team, Alexander has been so excited and not stopped talking about it. We know that it will be a great experience for him, and allow him to gain some independence, which will also increase his self-esteem and confidence. Playing with the GB basketball team will ensure that he becomes a better player, gains new friends and the opportunity to see another part of the world.”

Any additional funds raised will be donated to help competitors at the 2017 National Special Olympic Games, taking place in Sheffield, South Yorkshire; so your kind donations will continue to help Special Olympic athletes for some years to come!

“Arriving from all corners of the world, 7,000 athletes will take the global stage in Los Angeles and show the world incredible courage, unwavering determination, and sheer joy. By supporting these athletes as they live out their dreams in front of us, you will open hearts and minds. You will expand our collective sense of acceptance and inclusion. You will remind everyone of the courage, joy, and determination we share.” (source: Support an Athlete campaign- Special Olympic World Games 2015 website)

What We Need & What You Get

Alex needs to raise £2,500 in order to take up his place and compete at the Special Olympics.

“Los Angeles is set to welcome more than 7,000 Special Olympics athletes from 170 nations to compete in 25 Olympic-type sports.  It's a world stage for our athletes to demonstrate on the playing field their courage, determination and spirit of sportsmanship… The Games also are a chance for spectators and volunteers to have their preconceptions about people with intellectual disabilities changed forever.” (source: Los Angeles 2015- Special Olympics website)

As aforementioned, any additional funds raised will be donated to help competitors at the 2017 National Special Olympic Games, taking place in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.

We are also offering perks for anyone who offers a kind donation:

  • Donate £5 and receive a pack of Burton Street Foundation greetings cards (5 available)
  • Donate £10 and receive a copy of “Down Our Street” by Burton Street Community History Project (5 available)
  • Donate £15 and receive a 2015 Burton Street Foundation calendar (5 available)
  • Donate £20 and receive a Burton Street Foundation bag (5 available)
  • Donate £30 and receive a Dance Your Socks Off t-shirt (5 available)
  • Donate £40 and receive a food/drinks vouchers for our onsite café (3 available)
  • Donate £50 and free gym induction and first session at Fit4All Inclusive Gym (1 available)
  • Donate £100 and receive a free meal at Burton’s Restaurant (drinks not included) (1 available)

Other Ways You Can Help

If you aren’t able to donate money, there are still opportunities to help Alex out! Maybe you would like to help us fundraise by planning a sponsored activity?We already have a list of activities planned culminating in a fundraising night on 5th June at Burton Street to include a disco and fundraising games, so maybe you could come along on the night?

If you can’t get involved, you could still help Alex by spreading the word, please share this campaign far and wide!

If you would like to find out more or volunteer to organise a sponsored activity, please contact Bob Harris (maintenance team) on 07982825830 or email bob.harris@burtonstreet.org.uk. Thanks in advance for your support, without it, Alex may not be able to take part...

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