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1. The newest class of Paralympians
are redefining what’s possible for
athletes with intellectual disability —
they need your support to go for gold.

2. WHO
WHAT
Four 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.
Athletes 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).
Meet Some Athletes Without Limits
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.
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 Middleton
First 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 Mazur
Returned 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.
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.

3. When & WHere
Why
At 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.
Simply put, strong athletes need a strong team.
Your support is needed to:
Our athletes are training hard to change that.
Increase Athlete Opportunities
Competing at international events, our athletes will test
themselves against the world’s best and prepare themselves
for the Paralympics.
• Have full women's and men's swimming, track and field,
rowing, table tennis and basketball teams competing at
the Inas 2015 Global Games.
2014 Major Events
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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
• 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.
2015 Ecuador Global Games
In 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.
• 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.
2016 Rio Paralympic Games
Grow Organization
In 2016, the Paralympic Games will be held
immediately following the Olympic Games
in 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.
• 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.

4. 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.

5. How TO Help
Ways to Show Your Support
1. 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
The Cost of Creating a Champion
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Banner ads on www.athleteswithoutlimits.org
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“Presented By” sponsorship of a sport
“Athletes Without Limits Rowing Presented by [YOU”]
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Title sponsorship of competitions and camps
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Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsorship levels for sports,
competitions and camps
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Logo, link and thanks on our website, facebook, twitter,
tumbler and other social media
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.
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Signage at our events
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Thanks in event-related press releases
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Verbal recognition from our MC at events
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Participation and recognition in medal ceremonies
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Logo on our team clothing
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Naming and logo on rowing shell
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Branding at fundraising events
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Matching grants
Additional Benefits for Your Company & Staff
Athlete’s Financial Challenges
Below 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
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Employee volunteer opportunities
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Guest speakers at your corporate events
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Athlete meet-and-greet at your corporate events
Gym Membership ................................... $1200 per year
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Co-branded custom clothing for employees
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Team building “Learn To Row” days
facilitated by our DC coaches and athletes
Camps and Clinics ................................. $1000 per year
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VIP guest at events
Contact Us
Please 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
Entry Fees ............................................... $2000 per year
Uniforms.........................................$500-$1000 per year
Travel Expenses ..................................... $5000 per year
(one international and 2-3 national events)

6. Make a DIFFERENCE
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; preparing
for 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...
“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 Donation to Athletes Without Limits
Use 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.

7. Why I Support Athletes Without Limits
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.”
SPONSORS
VENABLE FOUNDATION
CHAMPION SYSTEM
WINTECH RACING
THE KIM & DON RICHARDS FAMILY FOUNDATION
MARTENS CHARITABLE TRUST
PARTNERS
ANACOSTIA COMMUNITY BOATHOUSE ASSOCIATION
ARLINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS
CROSSFIT CAPITOL HILL
DC STROKES
INAS
NAUTICAL MILERS
US ROWING
UNITED STATES TENNIS ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI MILLER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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To make a tax-deductible donation visit www.athleteswithoutlimits.org/donate.
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