Operation Rebound for Injured Veterans

I have signed up for a 1/2 Iron Distance race at Silverman in Henderson NV November 8th. I have joined Operation Rebound to help raise money for injured returning veterans. This operation is run by the Challenged Athletes Foundation and is a fantastic cause. I have committed to raising $1,000.00 for the charity, but am really shooting for $3,000.00. I know times are rough right now for all of us. Anything you could see fit to donate is greatly appreciated. Every $5 $10 helps.

http://teamorsilverman09.kintera.org/bielinski

Your donation will go to the Challenged Athletes Foundation, an incredible 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides funding and inspiration to hundreds of physically challenged athletes each year so they can participate, compete and live life to the fullest.

When I arrive at the 2009 Silverman, I’ll bring my wetsuit, my bike and my running shoes. But the money I’m raising – and the funds you are donating – will support athletes who can’t always get to the starting line: swimmers missing limbs, paraplegics who use handcycles to bike and runners who race using artificial limbs. Just like me, these challenged athletes want to participate in athletics and feel the rush of competition, but they face a major obstacle. They don’t lack fitness, desire or skill. It is only a lack of funding that stands in the way of their dreams.

High-tech running prosthetics are very expensive. Learning to swim when you lack a limb (or limbs) requires special coaching. And handcycles can cost upwards of $2,500. But with our help, challenged athletes can bridge the financial gap and overcome funding obstacles blocking their path to athletic achievement. That is why I am challenging myself to make a difference in their lives. Please partner with me by making a donation through my web site link below. Join me in making dreams come true for challenged athletes. Give the gift of sports and help get challenged athletes off the sidelines – and into the game.