Sport Northern Ireland: Creating Opportunities has provided £5,000 of match funding
Tempo Maguires GAC Winter Sports Programme
Enniskillen, Fermanagh and Omagh, United Kingdom
Aim
Winter Sports Programme for Young People: Building Skills, Fitness, and Community
Who are we?
We are Tempo Maguires GAC, a dedicated GAA club committed to fostering talent, teamwork, and inclusion in our local community. For years, we’ve worked to provide opportunities for young people to enjoy and excel in sports while building friendships and life skills. Our team of passionate coaches and volunteers shares a vision of using sport as a vehicle for empowerment and community connection.
Why are we crowdfunding?
We’re crowdfunding to launch a NEW Winter Sports Programme for young people aged 8–18, including basketball, Gaelic games, athletic development, and circuit training. The rising cost of living has made it difficult for families to access extracurricular activities, and we want to remove those barriers by offering transport, subsidies, and inclusive sessions.
We’re applying for Sport NI’s match-funding programme to get £5,000, but we need your help to make this project a reality. This initiative meets Sport NI’s “Levelling the Playing Field” criteria by targeting disadvantaged groups and fostering inclusivity in sports.
How we’ll spend the money raised
How we’ll spend the money raised
Here’s how the funds will be used:
- Facility Hire: £2,000 for access to safe, high-quality sports spaces.
- Equipment: £2,500 for multi-sport gear, including specialized items for accessibility.
- Transport Support: £1,500 to help young people from rural or disadvantaged areas attend.
- Subsidized Fees: £2,000 to ensure affordability for all participants.
- Volunteer Training: £500 to train local leaders and ensure project sustainability.
- Marketing and Outreach: £500 to engage the community and reach underrepresented groups.
- Refreshments: £1,000 to provide refreshement at various events
Project Timeline
Phase 1: Preparation (December)
- Community Outreach: Engage with local schools, community groups, and target demographics to recruit participants.
- Volunteer/Coach Training: Equip coaches and volunteers with the skills to deliver inclusive, multi-sport sessions.
- Procurement: Purchase all necessary equipment, including basketballs, agility ladders, weights, and adapted equipment for children with disabilities.
Phase 2: Delivery (December–March)
- Weekly Sessions:
- Indoor Coaching (Years 8 & 9 Girls) - Winter skills development
- Basketball Clinics (Tuesdays): Focusing on teamwork, coordination, and skill development for P3 - P7.
- Circuit Training (Fridays): General fitness to promote health and physical literacy among Minor Girls.
- Tempo Óg (Fridays): FUNdamental sessions for preschool - P2.
Phase 3: Evaluation and Sustainability (March–April)
- Gather participant feedback and analyze the programme’s impact to inform future initiatives.
- Develop a long-term strategy for incorporating successful elements into regular club activities.
Community impact
Our programme will make a lasting impact by:
- Encouraging children from rural, disadvantaged, and ethnically diverse communities to participate in sports.
- Creating a welcoming space for young people with disabilities.
- Promoting physical and mental well-being through regular exercise.
- Strengthening community ties and developing local leaders through volunteer training.
Our facilities will not only support young athletes but also provide a space for community events, ensuring broader benefits for the area.
How you can play your part
There are three simple ways to help us reach our target, and make this project a reality.
1. Make a pledge. Don’t delay if you’re going to support us because momentum is key to our success!
2. Spread the word. Share our project on your social media pages and tell the world to get behind us! The more people we reach, the more support we will get.
3. Offer rewards. Get involved if you are a local business by donating things we can offer to our supporters. We will give you a shout out!
This project successfully funded on 30th December 2024