The newest class of Paralympians are redefining what’s possible for

athletes with intellectual disability —they need your support to go for gold.

The newest class of Paralympians are redefining what’s possible for

athletes with intellectual disability —they need your support to go for gold.

WHOFour years ago Athletes Without Limits began with just one bike racer. Today, we support more than 150 athletes training to represent the US at the highest levels of international competition.

Meet Some Athletes Without Limits

Syd Lea Champion, Cycling (2011). Competes in USA Cycling road, track, cyclocross and mountain as category 3-4 racer. Multi-sport talent holds the indoor rowing world record.

Michael Murray First US Paralympian with intellectual disability (London 2012) and first invited to live and train at a US Olympic Training Center. US record holder in 400m, 800m and 1500m and training for Rio 2016.

Melissa MiddletonFirst woman with intellectual disability to represent the US at a Paralympic event, 2011 US ParaPan Table Tennis in Mexico.

Leslie Cichocki US and America’s Region record holder in multiple swimming events. Trained with high-performance team in Australia. 2012 US Paralympic Trials.

Richard MazurReturned to swimming after six years out of the pool when Athletes Without Limits opened new doors. 2012 US Paralympic Trials. Multiple US records.

Athletes Without Limits Rowing First rowing program to integrate people with intellectual and physical disability into a US Rowing Club (DC Strokes) with a focus on racing.

WHATAthletes Without Limtis is the first and exlusive US member of Inas, the International federation for para-athletes with intellectual disability, and a member of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).

Our mission is to promote inclusivity in sports and provide a pathway to excellence for people with intellectual disability. We help athletes reach their highest potential.

How We Support an Athlete’s Rise

• Create the only gateway for US athletes to compete internationally by being the first US member of Inas.

• Ensure that a lack of resources is never a barrier to a qualified U.S. athlete representing our country at important international competitions.

• Sanction, select and staff US teams competing at Inas World and Regional championships and other events.

• Host “Learn To” days for local schools and organizations serving physically and intellectually disabled youth.

• Establish local programs (Washington, DC and Atlanta).• Provide year-round training in an integrated environment

that includes athletes with intellectual disability, physical disabilities and non-disabled.

• Maintain an extensive volunteer network including Olympians/Paralympians, veterans and high school and collegiate student athletes.

• Guide athletes and families through the complex Paralympic eligibility, classification and competition processes.

• Provide pro bono IQ and Adaptive Behavior testing through our partnership with the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.

• Host the only national database of sport and recreational programs serving intellectual disability.

When & WHereAt the 2012 London Paralymics, forty-two medals across three sports were contested by athletes with intellectual disability. The US won no medals and had just one athlete on the team.

Our athletes are training hard to change that.

Competing at international events, our athletes will test themselves against the world’s best and prepare themselves for the Paralympics.

2014 Major Events• Australia: Australian Tennis Championships• United States: Inas Indoor Rowing Regionals (Host)• Poland: Inas Cross Country/Half-Marathon Championships • Italy: Inas Skiing & Inas Rowing Championships• Czech Republic: Inas Cycing Championships• The Netherlands: Inas Track & Field Regionals• Ecuador: Para Swimming Championships

2015 Ecuador Global GamesIn 2015, Inas will hold its “Global Games” in Ecuador, the World Championships in nine sports and a major qualifier for the Paralympics. Our goal is to have the best-prepared US athletes in the competition.

2016 Rio Paralympic GamesIn 2016, the Paralympic Games will be held immediately following the Olympic Gamesin Rio de Janerio, Brasil. Our goal is to have developed US athletes to challenge for medals in Track and Field, Swimming and Table Tennis – the sports in which people with intellectual disability will compete.

WhySimply put, strong athletes need a strong team. Your support is needed to:

Increase Athlete Opportunities• Have full women's and men's swimming, track and field,

rowing, table tennis and basketball teams competing at the Inas 2015 Global Games.

• Host a week-long training camp in 2015 for athletes and coaches attending the Global Games.

• Establish Athletes Without Limits swimming and rowing affiliate teams in five locations across the country.

• Expand our "Athletes Helping Athletes" program to three key school districts to provide students with intellectual disability competitive athletic opportunities in their local communities.

• Host international championships.

Support Parents• Cover athlete fees for World and Regional championships.

• Create a system of mental health providers across the US to conduct the IQ and Adaptive Behavior tests required for athlete eligibility.

• Establish local booster clubs.

• Create parent orientation.

• Replace paperwork with a secure online eligibility process.

Grow Organization• Transition from all-volunteer to paid staff.

• Provide stipends for National Team Head Coaches.

• Cover 100% of travel costs for Team USA coaches and staff.

• Create volunteer training.

• Partner with each sport's national governing body (NGB) to promote inclusion of people with intellectual disability.

One of these athletes has intellectual disability, one was the first Inas World Champion from the United States.Do you see a difference? Neither do we.

One of these athletes has intellectual disability, one will represent the US at the Australian Championships.Do you see a difference? Neither do we.

One of these athletes has intellectual disability, one was the first from the US to compete at the Paralympic Games. Do you see a difference? Neither do we.

Ways to Show Your Support1. Make a donation using the enclosed donation form or

online at athleteswithoutlimits.org/donate.

2. Make Athletes Without Limits the beneficiary of a grant from your organization or foundation.

3. Establish corporate matching or make a donation through your company’s existing corporate matching program.

4. Make an in-kind donation of goods or services.

Marketing Opportunities• Banner ads on www.athleteswithoutlimits.org• “Presented By” sponsorship of a sport

“Athletes Without Limits Rowing Presented by [YOU”]• Title sponsorship of competitions and camps• Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsorship levels for sports,

competitions and camps• Logo, link and thanks on our website, facebook, twitter,

tumbler and other social media• Signage at our events• Thanks in event-related press releases• Verbal recognition from our MC at events• Participation and recognition in medal ceremonies• Logo on our team clothing• Naming and logo on rowing shell• Branding at fundraising events• Matching grants

Additional Benefits for Your Company & Staff• Employee volunteer opportunities• Guest speakers at your corporate events• Athlete meet-and-greet at your corporate events• Co-branded custom clothing for employees• Team building “Learn To Row” days

facilitated by our DC coaches and athletes• VIP guest at events

Contact UsPlease contact Barry Holman if you have any questions about donations and partnership opportunities:

Phone 202-544-0510

Email info@athleteswithoutlimits.org

Web www.athleteswithoutlimits.org

How TO Help

The Cost of Creating a Champion

Medal-winning athletes are developed over years and require expert coaching, high quality training opportunities, state-of-the art equipment and the ability to compete against their peers at important international competitions. Because of historic discrimination, people with intellectual disability have not had the opportunity to explore and develop their athletic potential. Your support helps reverse this.

Athlete’s Financial ChallengesBelow are just some of the costs our athletes face as they aim to reach their highest potentital:

Eligibility Testing....................$1000 one time expense

Sports Licenses........................................ $200 per year

Training Equipment...................$1000 - $2000 per year

Expert Coaching..................................... $2500 per year

Fitness Testing ......................................... $500 per year

Entry Fees ............................................... $2000 per year

Gym Membership ................................... $1200 per year

Camps and Clinics ................................. $1000 per year

Uniforms.........................................$500-$1000 per year

Travel Expenses ..................................... $5000 per year

(one international and 2-3 national events)

Make a donation. With your gift, Athletes Without Limits can better support and spotlight athletes with intellectual disability making athletic history — becoming world champions; in residence at the Olympic Training Center; preparingfor the 2016 Paralympics; finishing half-ironman triathlons along side non-disabled peers; racing the Head of the Charles Regatta as part of an integrated crew team.

The possibilities are without limits...

Make A Donation to Athletes Without LimitsUse this form to make a donation by cash or check made payable to “Athletes Without Limits.” Check # ________ is enclosed.Please include an email to send your tax receipt. To make a donation by debit/credit visit athleteswithoutlimits.org/donate.

Donor’s Name:____________________________________________________ Favorite Sport______________________________Email:________________________________________________________ Donation Amount______________________________Address: _________________________________________________________________ Zip______________________________

Mail Donations to: Athletes Without Limits PO Box 40901 Washington DC 20016 Questions? Call 202-544-0510 or info@athleteswithoutlimits.org As a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit, your donation to Athletes Without Limits is tax-deductible.

“There is no passion to be found in playing small— in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.” -Attributed to Nelson Mandela

Make a DIFFERENCE

LAUREN MAZUR, Parent of Swimmer Richard Mazur“My son Richard not only stopped competing, he stopped swimming altogether for six years. Athletes Without Limits opened the door for US athletes and Richard got back in the pool. He’s once again motivated, dedicated and happy — focused on making the Paralympic team and setting records along the way. Seeing him like this again is what any parent wants.”

PATRICK JOHNSON, Athletes Without Limits Rowing Director“I support Athletes Without Limits because I have seen how sport, inclusion and teamwork have inspired my personal journey in life and know that everyone — regardless of sex, age, race or ability — should have the opportunity to play on a level playing field. Many may see the limits we are faced with, but I see the endless possibilities we can offer if we just believe and support the motto of NO LIMITS!”

SGT. ROB JONES, 2012 Paralympic Bronze Medalist”Athletes Without Limits supported me and my rowing partner when I began my rowing career. They’ve always supported vets and others with physical disabilities. We are one team with NO LIMITS!”

ESTHER LOFGREN, Olympic Gold Medalist and Volunteer“Being able to be a part of this is an incredible experience. I’m invested in every athlete, supporting them through the hard pieces and celebrating their successes. Athletes Without Limits is a call to action for anyone who believes in the Olympic & Paralympic dream.”

SPONSORSVENABLE FOUNDATION CHAMPION SYSTEM WINTECH RACINGTHE KIM & DON RICHARDS FAMILY FOUNDATIONMARTENS CHARITABLE TRUST

PARTNERSANACOSTIA COMMUNITY BOATHOUSE ASSOCIATIONARLINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLSCROSSFIT CAPITOL HILLDC STROKESINAS NAUTICAL MILERSUS ROWING UNITED STATES TENNIS ASSOCIATIONUNIVERSITY OF MIAMI MILLER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

To make a tax-deductible donation visit www.athleteswithoutlimits.org/donate.

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