Special Olympics Australia
Special Olympics is the not-for-profit organisation that transforms the lives of people with an intellectual disability through regular sports participation and competition. Despite some common misconceptions, Special Olympics is not one single event and it's not just for elite athletes. Instead, our volunteers provide sports opportunities for all people with an intellectual disability, regardless of their skill level, and they do this every week of the year in communities right across Australia. While some Special Olympics athletes strive to win medals, others enjoy the chance to get active, have fun, make friends and feel part of a family.
Whatever their motivation, we encourage all athletes to do their personal best and feel proud, because people with an intellectual disability can face many challenges in life. They are often ridiculed, misunderstood, isolated or simply ignored. Yet, with understanding and support they can show their talents and feel the pride of achievement.
Why Workplace Giving?
ACF Workplace Giving is a proactive way employers and their employees can support Australian charities. Workplace Giving programs are effective fundraising tools because they channel 100% of donated funds to the non profits they support.
Workplace Giving is easy to implement and low cost to maintain. Contact The Australian Charities Fund for more information on getting involved in Workplace Giving.
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The Australian Charities Fund and United Way have made a joint submission in response to the Commonwealth Treasury's discussion paper, 'Charitable fundraising regulation reform'.
