Save the Date: Achilles Day of Giving on 9/17

Save the Date: Achilles Day of Giving

Mark your calendars! Achilles Day of Giving returns on Thursday, September 17, bringing our global community together for one powerful day of support.

Every mile, milestone and moment of connection at Achilles is made possible by people who believe in breaking down barriers to the start line. On September 17, you can help us continue creating opportunities for athletes with disabilities to train, race and achieve their goals alongside a community that believes in what’s possible.

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Team Achilles Members Share Their Top Fundraising Tips

Team Achilles members share their tried-and-true strategies for reaching fundraising goals, from tapping into personal networks and hosting creative events to using social media and employer matching programs. Read their top tips and advice to help make your next fundraising journey a success. Read more.

New Resource: How to Request a Race Day Accommodation

Our new resource walks athletes through how to request accommodations, from guides and adaptive equipment to accessible baggage arrangements and other forms of support, with practical tips for communicating with race organizers and planning ahead.

Why Give: 50 Years of Building Community

When Achilles Las Vegas began in 2018, the entire chapter consisted of just two athletes and seven guides. Today, it has grown into a thriving community where athletes with disabilities can find connection, structure and the confidence to keep challenging themselves.

For Chapter Lead Ed Robichaud, who is visually impaired, Achilles became that source of connection during one of the most difficult periods of his life.

“Many of the athletes that join us are grieving, lonely and looking for structure. Most who join us keep coming back, inspired, engaged and connected.”

Your support helps communities like Achilles Las Vegas continue to grow, ensuring more athletes can find their own place to belong for the next 50 years and beyond.

Achilles International | www.achillesinternational.org

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