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What we stand for
All children, especially those who are disadvantaged, should be
given the opportunity to shape their own futures in a self-assured
manner. Sport is the ideal medium for teaching ALL children the
values they need for a self-determined, self-assured life. Fairness,
courage, team spirit, tolerance, endurance, discipline and humility
are all important values in sport. By promoting a love of physical
activity, we generate a motivation to perform and a positive
basic attitude.
»For me personally, sport is, and always has been, the best lesson
in life. It taught me to deal with defeat and enjoy victory. Both
experiences have strengthened me, so I can cope with life's highs
and lows.«
Michaela Gerg – Founder
How we work
The Schneekristalle Foundation is committed to making children
and youths aware of the values of sport. What began with winter
sports has evolved into a year-round sports mentoring programme
for disadvantaged children. Our programme provides children
from specialised schools, orphanages, children's homes and
similar institutions with thousands of opportunities to enjoy sports
every year. Our goal is to pass on a love of sports and sporting
performance, and to give children special days to remember.
Current issues, such as inclusion and integration, have been a
matter of course for the Schneekristalle Foundation since the very
beginning, as the mentoring of children from a diverse range of
backgrounds, including children with disabilities and those from
non-German families, has always been an extremely important
part of what we do.