A short summary of your project
We are raising £7,500 towards the cost of 45 students visiting the cities Boston, Philadelphia and New York.
Activities will include:
- Visiting partner institutions in each city as part of academic activities in each city
-Carrying out practical coaching / exhibition activities in each city
-Connecting with existing GAA clubs in each city
-Hosting networking events for Ulster Alumni and local partners/businesses
-Playing Exhibition games in Boston and New York
-Visiting and coaching with young people from schools
-Organised academic activities and visit and explore famous landmarks
Who are you?
The students come from a variety of different backgrounds from all over Ulster and beyond. They study a variety of courses and all play GAA for the University. 40/45 students have never been to America so it a once in a life time opportunity
Your story
This is a unique opportunity for many students to visit America. They will experience a new culture, make friends and increase their confidence. It will will also enhance their employability skills to help them gain a graduate job.
Any donation will be greatly appreciated and will have a great impact on the development of the young students.
Where will the money go?
- Help subsidise the cost of visiting the 1st and 4th most expensive cities in America;
- Transportation
- Food
- Museum and tourist attractions
- Gifts for our guests and Alumni
Rewards
- Hey, we have some fab rewards to thank everyone who donates. E.g. over £5 you will be entered into a draw to win USA tour jerseys. Check them out
Find us here
Twitter: @UlsterUniGAA
Snapchat: @UlsterUniGAA
Facebook: Ulster University Gaelic Games
Instagram: ulsterunigaa
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Help us succeed!
You don't need to give money to help us succeed! Please share this project with anyone you think would support us – on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, by email, telephone, in a chat over the fence or on your blog.
- And we know we said you don't need to give money to help us, but we'd love it if you did! Please sponsor us and help make this happen.
