Ruth Alexander

We are swimming for people with learning disabilities

Fundraising for Team Domenica
£1,132
raised of £1,000 target
Event: Great Lengths Swim Challenge 2024, on 21 September 2024
The Team Domenica swim challenge in Brighton - raising money for young people with learning disabilities to gain paid employment and reach their full potential.

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We are thrilled to be participating in the Great Lengths Swim Challenge 2024 to support Team Domenica, an incredible charity dedicated to empowering young people with learning disabilities.

Our team, Zingbats, is passionate about helping these individuals develop independence, confidence, communication, and work skills essential for employment. It's disheartening that only 4.8% of people with learning disabilities are employed in England, leading to increased mental health issues and chronic loneliness.

However, Team Domenica's impactful programme has achieved remarkable success, with 81% of candidates securing paid employment through their Supported Internship Programme and 95% still in work a year later - far surpassing the national average. Sam (who is one half of team Zingbats) is one of those people!

We are committed to this challenge to make a meaningful difference in the lives of these young individuals. Can you join us in this inspiring journey?

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About the campaign

The Team Domenica swim challenge in Brighton - raising money for young people with learning disabilities to gain paid employment and reach their full potential.

About the charity

Team Domenica

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Just 4.8% of people with a learning disability are employed in England. We support young people with learning disabilities to acquire the skills, confidence and independence they need to gain paid employment, reach their full potential and find their place in society.

Donation summary

Total raised
£1,131.31
+ £250.00 Gift Aid
Online donations
£1,131.31
Offline donations
£0.00

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