Just one month online, and our crowdfunding project We Close the Gap is already showing the huge commitment that exists in Swiss sport.
In the first four weeks, more than CHF 53,000 in donations was raised, backed by more than 570 supporters. Over 50 top Swiss athletes from a wide range of disciplines, from Olympic champions to young talents, have joined the initiative. More than 230 sports clubs across the country have already registered to send a signal. These figures show impressively how strong the solidarity in the Swiss sports community is and how much potential lies in acting together.
Wide media attention
In its very first weeks, We Close the Gap also made a big impact in the media. Numerous regional and national outlets, from major daily newspapers and online portals to TV and radio stations, have covered the campaign, interviewed athletes and reported on the precarious situation. This broad coverage plays a key role in bringing the threatened J+S cuts and the sports community’s show of solidarity to even more people and mobilising new supporters.
Fabian Kauter, Chairman of the Board of I Believe In You, speaks to RTS about the We close the Gap project
Keep supporting, regionally and even more easily!
Although the first month has already sent a strong signal, We Close the Gap is only just getting started. The crowdfunding campaign runs until the end of December and every additional contribution counts. There are still a few months left to grow the pot and make the most of the momentum. “The more people join in, the stronger the signal to politicians!” is the motto. Because Swiss sport is only truly strong when we stand together.
Anyone who would still like to support the project can continue to do so. At the request of several potential supporters, you can now also give by canton. If you would like to support all the clubs in your canton, simply look for your canton among the participants and donate.
And if donating still feels too complicated, there’s an even easier way! Click this link or scan the QR code and donate the amount you want directly via Twint. No login, no registration. Done in 30 seconds. Please note! Your donation will be shown as an IBIY community donation and will not be listed individually.
Every franc and every shared appeal helps close the gap and secure the future of Youth+Sport (J+S). The message of We Close the Gap remains inspiring and clear. For young people. For movement. For Swiss sport.
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