Empowered through Gymnastics
Sport -
"Let me win, but if I cannot win,
Let me be brave in the attempt."
- Special Olympics Oath
Special Olympics Illinois Gymnasts will give an exhibition on Friday evening. Followed by a check presentation from IGI to support their achievements!
Along with the excitement of hosting the Annual Chicago Style Gymnastics Meet, IGI is proud to continue it's support for Special Olympics of Illinois. Once again, Chicago Style will feature a special exhibition of SOILL gymnasts before the NCAA meet on Friday, February 10 , 2012 . In
dition to the performance and personal check donation from IGI, Chicago Style will also continue to have a fundraising raffle for the organization.
Each year the IGI Booster Club volunteers request donations from major companies and NCAA teams participating in the meet to raise funds for the athletes of Special Olympics of Illinois. Last year we were fortunate to have +50 donated baskets, most at a $300 value!
Donations have included, Tiffany's jewelry, Coach bags, Marriott hotel stays and autographed memorabilia from athletes, just to name a few. Other highlighted donations were from the competing gymnasts are the NCAA donations.
How excited they are to win apparel and items from their hopeful schools.
After three days of ticket sales, names are pulled after the meet and items shipped directly to the winners. With the help of all donors, last year we were able to donate nearly $4,000 to Special Olympics of Illinois to assist with athlete training and their World Ambassador athletes.
Be sure to see this year's exhibition on Friday night before the NCAA competition and stop by the Special Olympics raffle booth to buy your tickets for amazing gifts!
Chicago Style supports Special Olympics Illinois non-profit foundation to raise money for improving the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities thourgh year round sports training and competition. Special Olympics athletes are offered a vital outlet for physical fitness and competitive activity that celebrates their abilities. Participation enhances motor and social skills, creates stronger self-esteem and increases confidence so that each athelete can lead a richer, fuller life.
Gymnastics clubs throughout the country are helping children with this disabilities by having them gain strength, flexibility and artistry that gymnastics sport can provide.
Get involve in this amazing event and show your support while having fun at the largest Women's Gymnastics Invitational Meet in the world!!
Thank you for helping us to help those who inspire greatness!
SPECIAL OLYMPICS ILLINOIS - Empower through Gymnastics Sport - "Let me win, but if I cannot win, Let me be brave in the attempt." - Special Olympics Oath
Chicago Style supports Special Olympics Illinois non-profit foundation to raise money for improving the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities thourgh year round sports training and competition. Special Olympics athletes are offered a vital outlet for physical fitness and competitive activity that celebrates their abilities. Participation enhances motor and social skills, creates stronger self-esteem and increases confidence so that each athelete can lead a richer, fuller life.
Gymnastics clubs throughout the country are helping children with this disabilities by having them gain strength, flexibility and artistry that gymnastics sport can provide., 2/11/2011
Get involve in this amazing event and show your support while having fun at the largest Women's Gymnastics Invitational Meet in the world!!