Special Olympians need $.6 million

The National Special Olympics Fund Raising Committee have expressed concern that they will not be able to meet their goal of $600,000 in time to help the national contingent take part in the World Summer Games carded for June in Ireland. Committee Chairman Martia Turpin has been working to raise awareness and the required funds needed. Keith Huggins, Chairman of the National World Games Committee, also thanked all the companies, groups and individuals who have supported them so far.

Among contributors are EOG Resources, Trinmar, PowerGen, National Petroleum, British Gas, Ramsingh Sport Supplies, the Ministry of Sport and Youth Affairs and others who requested anonymity. Huggins has expressed regret that several firms could not accommodate requests, due to assistance policies and categories which the Special Olympics did not fall into. Failure to meet the target will result in the team not going to the games. Any group, company or individual wanting to make a donation, is ask to please contact Keith Huggins at 623-7523 or Martia Bailey Turpin 674-0130 Ext. 4032.