#Sg project support full

A Straits Times article published in 2014 mentioned how much the Schooling family forked out to have Schooling where he is today. Colin, a 66-year-old businessman, estimates spending nearly US$1 million (S$1.26 million) on Joseph.” The Schoolings, who had to bear his school fees, expenses, transport and accommodation costs, took a leap of faith in 2009 and sent their only child abroad. “In 2008, when the Singapore Swimming Association shut down its Centre of Excellence (COE), Colin was convinced by ex-COE coach Jack Simon that the US was where Joseph’s Olympic dream lay. There are a few selected athletes that are fortunate to receive a stipend from our sporting organizations, but it often does not cover majority of the costs.

#Sg project support full

Why should I support the athletes? Don’t they already earn money for representing Singapore?Īctually, the athletes that represent Singapore more often than not work full time jobs to cover the costs of training, nutrition, travel, accommodations and the actual competitions itself. However credit card facilities and other payment modes take a small charge that will eventually impact the amount received by the athletes themselves. The Victoria Project does not take a cut from your support to the athletes. Where does my money go when I contribute to the athletes?įirstly, thank you for supporting the athletes. The Victoria Project aims to support any athlete representing Singapore in open level regional/international competitions.