Glasgow Eagles
Sport
We want to hold more sports sessions for local young disabled people. Money will pay transport costs and hire of equipment.
About this cause
Our main goals are to support and develop young people and children who have special needs and disabilities who have sporting talent that cannot be catered for in mainstream sports clubs. Through no fault of their own mainstream sports clubs don't have the staff training or equipment to deal with their needs. We hold 16 classes a week 7 days a week throughout Glasgow. We rent sports halls in council run leisure centres to hold the sessions in. We use sport as a vehicle to engage with individuals with special needs. We also provide support and advice to them (we also help and support their carers) to ultimately help them progress in life and help them secure employment if appropriate. We also hold regular social evenings to help our members escape feelings of isolation.
How this cause brings people in the community together
The community and young people within it will benefit greatly by being able to take part in activities that would otherwise be out of their reach. Young people/children that are disadvantaged or have special needs often experience feelings of isolation. The activities above will help alleviate this and help with overall feelings of wellbeing. We also wish to help develop their sporting talent.