Raising Funds for the Multisport Championship for Young Athletes with Disabilities, in Liepaja, Latvia

The Children and Youth Para Sports Association, in cooperation with the Fenix Charity Fund, announces the launch of a new initiative: the first multisport championship for young athletes with disabilities, an inclusive para sports competition for children and young people with disabilities, that will take place already July 3-6, 2025 at the Liepāja Olympic Center. The event will gather young athletes, their families, specialists, volunteers and many more, for an unforgettable celebration of inclusion and sport. This championship marks an important milestone in the development of inclusive children parasport in Latvia. 

Around 40 young athletes with physical disabilities will come together to compete in six sports – tennis, table tennis, boccia, curling, archery, and swimming – with additional masterclasses, educational sessions, and entertainment to support their growth and integration. This event will give beginners and experienced athletes the chance to compete in different sports, discover new passions, build confidence, and create friendships that will last a lifetime. 

“Children and young people enjoy participating in events where they can use the knowledge and skills they have acquired, so we often organize parasport competitions. We are planning to organize various competitions in Latvia, and the largest of them is the Latvian Youth Para Sports Games 2025. We believe that sport is a powerful tool for inclusion, development, and inspiration. The upcoming event is one of our dreams coming true, and we hope it will also become an annual tradition,” says Natalia Novikova, president of the Children and Youth Para Sports Association.

Support needed

At this moment, the Children and Youth Para Sports Association are raising funds, €30,000, to cover venue costs, accommodation, meals, and other essential needs. We are inviting individuals, businesses, and organizations in Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, and beyond to stand with us, and give children an opportunity to focus on what matters most – joy, growth, and achievements. Donations can be made via the Fenix Charity Fund: https://fenix.eu/donations/support-an-empowering-sports-event-for-children-with-disabilities/

About Fenix Charity Fund

The Fenix Charity Fund is a Lithuania-based non-profit organization that supports social impact initiatives across the Baltic region, with a strong focus on children, inclusion, and education. Fenix connects donors with meaningful grassroots projects, ensuring transparency, personal engagement, and long-term impact. By partnering with local organizations, Fenix helps to build sustainable support systems for those who need it most. Through this championship, Fenix continues its mission to empower young people and foster inclusive communities.

“Fenix Charity Fund is a fund that helps children, and we see it as our mission to support projects that bring children joy, confidence, and belief in their own abilities. This championship is exactly that kind of project,” said Agata Baj, Director of the Fenix Charity Fund.

Media coverage

The championship will be widely covered via social media, photos, videos, and TV news outlets. The aim is not only to host a world-class championship but also to give young people with disabilities positive emotions, confidence, and inspiration for the future. The Children and Youth Para Sports Association (BJPSA), which has been actively developing children’s parasport in Latvia for six years, invites sponsors and partners to join this mission and become part of positive change. Every contribution helps ensure the event’s success and opens new opportunities for these remarkable young athletes.

About the Youth Para Sports Association:

The Children and Youth Para Sports Association organizes and provides sports classes, parasports masterclasses, camps, and various events for children and young people with disabilities in various cities across Latvia. The goal of the association is to popularize parasports and an active lifestyle among children and young people with disabilities, as well as to involve them in sports activities and a healthy, active lifestyle. The members of the association’s classes regularly attend parasports training and participate in local and international competitions, where they represent various sports such as swimming, tennis, archery, boccia, table tennis, para curling, etc.