Partners

This year we are delighted to team up with SportsAid, the charity that helps young people become our heroes of tomorrow.

SportsAid is the first organisation that says “yes” to a talented young athlete. They offer help at the start of the journey, when, more often than not, mum and dad are the solitary sponsor. At that stage, independent recognition and financial assistance makes a huge difference. SportsAid was founded in 1976 since when it has distributed around £20 million and now gives 1,500 grants per year.

Since 1997, SportsAid has focused on giving grants to youngsters aged 12 to 18, from 50 able-bodied and 25 disability sports. These athletes compete in national squads and the grants, generally worth £500, help with costs such as travel, training, accommodation, competition fees and equipment.

Those who have benefited from SportsAid’s help at the start of their careers include an array of British medallists such as Sir Steve Redgrave, Sir Matthew Pinsent, Sir Chris Hoy, Dame Kelly Holmes, Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson, Amir Khan, Victoria Pendelton, Rebecca Adlington and Denise Lewis.

To find out more, please visit www.sportsaid.org.uk