Sports funding: Mars Play For Longer

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Let’s be honest, there are times when exercise can feel like a drag. Whether the idea of pounding the treadmill bores you to tears, your gym membership has rocketed or you feel too unfit to start, getting off the sofa can be a challenge.

What’s more if you do don your trainers, sporting facilities can sometimes be a little disappointing; who hasn’t played on a sloping hockey pitch or a used a mouldy gym shower?

Fortunately, The Mars Refuel Drink Fund, launched by Helen Jenkins (pictured right), the former world triathlon champion, is attempting to rectify this sorry state of affairs. For the next three months, the fund will give away £10,000 a month to a variety of sports clubs, teams and individuals.

The £500 award can be spent on anything from equipment costs, to improving training grounds and clubhouses. The fund will also give support to individuals raising money for charity through sporting activities, such as bike rides, mountain climbing and parachute jumps.

Since its launch in 2008, the fund has helped over 8000 people overcome the obstacles to participate in sport.

Tim Farr, a member of the British Paralympic Ski Team, is testament to what can be achieved with some determination: “Six years ago I broke my back while on a university skiing trip. This year, I am proud to say I’m a member of the 2010 Great British Paralympic team.

“From financial cost, to time, to disability, there are often barriers to sport. The MARS Refuel Drink Fund is here for people who need a bit of a boost in getting started, or continuing, in sport. It’s a great initiative and I’m really happy to be involved.”

To apply, visit www.marsrefuel.com The site will be regularly updated with the names of the people and clubs awarded each month. Participants are also invited to post comments, pictures and videos of themselves as part of their application.

Alice Neal, Sportsister
The Woman’s Sports Magazine

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