Donate and Change a Childhood
Meet Julieta
Julieta was facing challenges no child – no person – should have to face. Life felt overwhelming and hopeless. When a health professional suggested TeamSports4All, Julieta didn’t think sport could possibly help. But with nowhere else to turn, she gave it a go.
That’s when she met Fiona, a TeamSports4All volunteer. Fiona listened. She reassured Julieta that things could get better, and that she’d be with her every step of the way.
That same afternoon, Fiona contacted a local volleyball club, paid Julieta’s registration, and organised her runners and uniform so she could walk into her first session looking just like every other girl on the team.
It changed my life
Julieta had never played organised sport before. She was scared, surrounded by strangers. Her sister gave her a gentle push and a few encouraging words, and Julieta took her first brave step onto the court.
From that day, everything changed.
She’d found a place where she felt safe.
Coaches who encouraged her. Teammates who became friends. A club that felt like a second home.
“It’s a really positive place. Like a safe haven.” – Julieta
She discovered a love and talent for the sport, and realised that what she was learning on the court – teamwork, confidence, perseverance – was helping her off the court too.
“Sport really changed my life. It helped me cope with what was happening around me. To build resilience.”
How you can help
Now in her 20s she’s still playing, coaching, and participating in committees – giving back to her club and opening doors for others along the way.
She is also studying Youth Work and looking forward to a promising career helping even more kids. Something that never seemed possible to her at the start of her journey.
Watch the short video below to see how far she’s come!
Right now, we’re facing our biggest wave of demand yet.
You can see the difference it makes by watching the video of Julieta now – and your support can make this happen for another child.
You can be the reason another child like Julieta gets the chance to play, belong, and thrive.
Thank you.