David Jackson, an M50 steepler, raised money via gofundme.com.
Most athletes headed for Lyon are paying their way. But even M90 sprinters from India are exploring ways to fund-raise. Well, at least one: “Having proved his mettle in national and international competitions, 90-year-old veteran athlete
Daulat Ram is now fighting a battle to arrange finances to participate in the World Masters Athletics Championship to be held in France from August 4 to 16. Hailing from a Jat family, Daulat Ram is popularly known as ‘daud mantri’ (race minister) in Sarangpur village of Bhiwani district,”
says this report. Daulat won the 100, 200 and 400 in recent major events. “You just make me land in France for the participation, I guarantee you gold medal in the events that I will participate. Else, you can take the money back,” he said. Aside from guaranting titles, how are you marketing yourself — if you’re seeking financial support? American steepler
David Jackson, a prostate cancer survivor,
used gofundme.com. A British thrower
tried crowdfunder. Is this the future of masters track?
Leave a Reply