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Through a Community Service Grant the Rotary Club of Red Deer was proud to visit Notre Dame High School to present a Community Service Grant and experience firsthand the incredible impact of their Unified Sports program. Rotarian Eric Madsen presented this initiative with a $2,000 grant!
Unified Sports creates inclusive teams by pairing students with and without intellectual disabilities—giving all participants the opportunity to compete, connect, and succeed together. For many students, this is their first team, their first jersey, their first tournament, and even their first medal.
We had the privilege of visiting Notre Dame High School to present a Community Service Grant and experience firsthand the incredible impact of their Unified Sports program!
On behalf of the Red Deer Rotary Club, Rotarian Eric Madsen, was proud to present and support this initiative with a $2,000 grant!
Under the leadership of Alison Snow and Erin McCorquindale, this initiative has grown rapidly over just four years—evolving into a powerful program that is expanding within the school and inspiring other communities and schools across the region to build similar programs.
Unified Sports creates inclusive teams by pairing students with and without intellectual disabilities—giving all participants the opportunity to compete, connect, and succeed together. For many students, this is their first team, their first jersey, their first tournament, and even their first medal.
The program goes far beyond sport. It builds confidence, fosters genuine friendships, and creates a sense of belonging that carries into the school every day. From packed gyms and cheering classmates to athletes celebrating their achievements, the energy and joy are truly unforgettable.
Funding like this directly supports:
🚌Transportation to tournaments and provincials
🏀Equipment and team jerseys
🏅Hosting inclusive community events
🪴Expanding opportunities as the program continues to grow
We are inspired by the passion behind this movement and proud to play a small part in helping it continue to grow—creating more opportunities for youth across our community and beyond.