The SKI. BIKE. RUN. is back and bigger than ever before. On March 19th, we will complete a 100km marathon of sport, cycling from the shores of the North Thompson River to the lakes of Lac le Jeune, and skiing 15km before cycling back to Kamloops for a 10km run. All donations are in support of motionball, raising funds for The Special Olympics Canada Foundation, a charity that helps children and adults with intellectual disabilities from across Canada engage in sport. This is an action-packed day, and while fundraising is one of our goals, Ski Bike Run is about so much more.
This day not only brings awareness to the Special Olympics movement, but allows people with and without intellectual disabilities to interact, build lifelong friendships, and ultimately create more inclusive communities.
Thank you very much for your support,
Ski Bike Run 2023
motionball for Special Olympics is a registered not-for-profit corporation, raising money for Special Olympics programs across Canada. 70% of the funds we raise are distributed to programs in the province where they are raised, with the remainder going to the long-term funding of programs through the Special Olympics Canada Foundation.
While COVID-19 has affected us all, Special Olympics athletes are feeling the effects of this global pandemic more than most. Sport programs are suspended, competitions have been cancelled, and many athletes remain stuck indoors, at a greater risk of contracting COVID-19 than the general population. Now more than ever, the role of motionball in these athlete’s lives is incredibly important. As one of the Special Olympics’ largest funding partners in Canada, motionball has donated over $13M to date. motionball supporters are dedicated to ensuring that every local club and program can return stronger than before, and that no Special Olympics athlete is left behind.
The number of Special Olympics athletes across Canada
Child and youth Special Olympics athletes across Canada
The number of Special Olympics Canada volunteers