HOW WE FUND THE PROGRAMME - 3 EASY STEPS
The Athletes In Schools programme is funded through sponsorship and voluntary contributions raised by the schools we visit. Our aim is simple: to bring inspirational Olympians, Paralympians and Team GB athletes into schools, while helping to financially support elite athletes and raise additional funds for schools.
Each school selects the Athletes In Schools programme it would like to book, such as our Bronze, Silver or Gold programme. We then recruit a suitable athlete for the visit and create a dedicated fundraising page for the school to share with parents, families, friends and the wider school community.
The funds raised are used firstly to cover the agreed Participation Fee for the athlete visit. This helps cover the cost of delivering the programme, including financially supporting the athlete and enabling Athletes In Schools to continue bringing elite athletes into schools across the UK.
Once the Participation Fee has been reached, 60% of all additional eligible funds raised goes back to the school, with 40% retained by Athletes In Schools. The school's share can be used towards equipment, activities and future opportunities that benefit its pupils.
Our athletes also benefit directly from the programme. In addition to being paid for delivering their school visit, athletes can receive a share of the additional funds generated, helping to support the costs associated with training, competing and preparing for future major championships, including the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
If a campaign does not reach the agreed Participation Fee, Athletes In Schools may offer the school the opportunity to make a voluntary contribution towards the shortfall. Where this isn't possible, AIS may withdraw or reschedule the visit and arrange for funds to be refunded in accordance with the fundraising platform's processes.
Most importantly, fundraising is completely voluntary. No child will be excluded from an athlete visit because they or their family have not donated or raised money.
✓ OLYMPIANS, PARALYMPIANS & TEAM GB ATHLETES ✓ 60% OF SURPLUS FUNDS BACK TO SCHOOLS ✓ DIRECT FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR ELITE ATHLETES ✓ INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION THROUGH SPORT
STEP 2 -LET'S SELECT YOUR ATHLETE
With over 150 elite athletes on our books, we want to find the perfect fit for your school. We’ll shortlist a selection of suitable athletes based on your school, chosen programme and visit date, and you’ll make the final choice. Once your athlete is confirmed, we’ll move on to setting up your school fundraising campaign.
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Dr Ayaz Bhuta MBE
Team GB Wheelchair Rugby
Paralympic Champion 2020
Victoria Ohuruogu
Team GB 400m
Olympic Bronze Medalist 2024
Ashleigh Nelson
Team GB Olympic Sprinter
2014 European Champion
Joel Fearon
Team GB Winter Olympian
Olympic Bronze Medalist
Ali Jawad
Team GB Powerlifter
Paralympic Silver Medalist
Adele Nicoll
Team GB Winter Olympian
2 x British Champion
STEP 3 -LET'S START FUNDRAISING ONLINE
Let’s work together to get pupils, parents and the wider school community excited about welcoming an Olympic or elite athlete into school. We’ll create a dedicated JustGiving fundraising page for your athlete visit and provide the school with everything needed to promote the campaign.
Once the Participation Fee has been covered, 60% of any additional funds raised goes directly back to the school, helping fund equipment, activities and future opportunities for pupils.
WELCOME TOMMY TO KING'S PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tommy Ramdhan
Team GB Sprinter | 2 x European Champion
"Book me in to visit your school and let me help inspire your students. I will arrive in my Team GB kit and will bring my two European Championship gold medals with me!
Our morning will start with an inspirational & educational assembly presentation, followed by a Q&A session. Then a fun filled afternoon of track & field athletics, suitable for all ages and abilities!"
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