Sienna Williams  AAF One Million Dollar Challenge

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I've been chasing an Olympic dream for 12 years, and right now, the only thing standing between me and the trials is money." — "Last year I missed a world champ

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<blockquote>I am chasing an Olympic dream for Brisbane 2032, and right now, the only thing standing between me and my dream are finances. Each year I need to attend National Camps and competitions on the East Coast. Living in Perth these costs are substantial and I need your help. I have represented Western Australia for nine years and have had the honour of competing for Australia on four occasions. What drives me every day is the constant pursuit of improvement—whether it’s improving skills, pushing through tough training sessions, or working towards national and international competition goals. I’m motivated by the challenge of becoming better than I was yesterday and the pride of representing my state and country. THE AUSSIE ATHLETE FUND $1 MILLION CHALLENGEI&#39;m proud to be part of the Aussie Athlete Fund $1 Million Challenge. Here&#39;s what that means:</blockquote><ul><li>Driven by 5-time Olympian and gold medallist Natalie Cook OAM, this initiative pairs 100 athletes with 100 businesses with one shared goal</li><li>Together, we&#39;re aiming to raise $1 million to break down the financial barriers that stop talented Australian athletes from reaching their potential</li><li>Each athlete&#39;s individual fundraising goal is $10,000 — which collectively reaches that $1 million milestone</li><li>Along the way, there are milestone incentives to keep the momentum going</li><li>I&#39;ve joined the Challenge because I believe sport changes lives — and I need your help to keep mine on track</li></ul><blockquote>WHY RIGHT NOWThe next six months are an important steps towards my trampoline career.</blockquote><ul><li>Gymnastics Australia Championships - Sydney, July</li><li>Gymnastics Australia National Clubs Carnival - Gold Coast, September</li><li>National Squad Camp - Gold Coast, September</li><li>World Age Championships - China, November</li></ul><blockquote>With the right support and your help, I can continue to train at my best, travel to key qualification events, and give myself a genuine opportunity to earn selection for the 2026 World Age Championships.Without this support, I am challenged. I would need to limit my training and miss important competitions, significantly reducing my chances of being selected and continuing to progress at an elite level. THE REAL COST OF COMPETING Trampolining is an Olympic sport that demands extraordinary dedication—physically, mentally, and financially. Unlike many mainstream sports, athletes and families must self‑fund almost everything: training, coaching, travel, accommodation, competition fees, uniforms, equipment, and international representation. With all major events held interstate or overseas, the annual cost of competing at the elite level exceeds $30,000.Even though it costs me over $30,000 every year to compete at this level, my goal through this Challenge is $10,000. Here&#39;s exactly where your donation goes:</blockquote>Per annum:Training fees: $7,500Competition/Squad Camp Fees: $1,500Uniforms: Up to $1,500Travel: (National and international) $15,000Accommodation: (National and international) $6,000<blockquote>Total every year: $30,000 Despite these challenges, I’ve continued to train, compete, and represent Australia with pride. Your support will directly contribute to my ability to train, compete, and represent Australia at the highest level. MY ASKI am asking you to please back me!Every donation—no matter the size—is fully tax-deductible through the Australian Sports Foundation and goes directly toward my training, travel, and competition costs.“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to persevere and continue that counts.”With your support, I’ll continue to push through every train session, every competition and challenge and give everything I have to perform at my best at every competition - including the world stage. ARE YOU A BUSINESS?I&#39;m also on the lookout for a business partner to join my team as part of the $1 Million Challenge.This isn&#39;t just a sponsorship — it&#39;s a genuine partnership. Together we will:</blockquote><ul><li>Work toward raising the $10,000 fundraising goal</li><li>Network and connect through shared events and milestones</li><li>Support each other&#39;s story — yours and mine</li></ul><blockquote>If your business wants to be part of something meaningful, back an athlete who will represent your brand with everything they&#39;ve got, and be recognised as part of a national movement — I&#39;d love to hear from you.For more information about the $1 Million Challenge, visit: <a href="https://aussieathletefund.com/get-involved/1-million-challenge" target="_blank">https://aussieathletefund.com/get-involved/1-million-challenge</a> Watch a short video from Nat: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YIP3YV6sUY" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YIP3YV6sUY</a> and search for &quot;Sienna Williams&quot; </blockquote>