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Mikaela Williams

World Winter Games 2025

WOW! Thank you SOOO much.

This is a heartfelt thank you to all for the incredible love and support that has enabled Mikaela to reach her fundraising goal to attend the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Italy next year. We are humbled by the kindness and generosity of friends, family and the community of special people we are surrounded by.

Last night, we attended a fabulous dance event organised by the extraordinary Mez Wood (LifesaBall). Mez has been bringing people together to celebrate life and raising money for charity for years, an honour she bestowed in support of Mikaela and Special Olympics at last night’s dance. The band, No Soup 4 U (No Soup 4 U) were fantastic playing all the classics for us to rock the night away with.

The precious rock and roll community we belong to turned out in force last night to support Mikaela and Mez. Thanks, in large to two people. The amazing Jon of Alley Catz (AlleyCatz), who has widely promoted Miki’s endeavours, the Special Olympics cause and this LifesABall dance event. And to Paul E, who so promptly and generously promoted and coordinated many attendees through the Rock and Roll Anonymous (RNRA) group.

The raffle was a great success, many items being donated in support of Special Olympics. One lucky person took home the hamper donated by Hampers with Bite (Hampers With Bite). Check out their charity work and order your Christmas and gift hampers here. Another lucky person was recipient of the Beauty Collective Co.( Beauty Collective Co.) voucher. Thanks again to Mez too, who donated many great raffle prizes for the night.

Mikaela and I could not be more grateful for the way we have been embraced by the rock and roll family and feel so fortunate to be a part of this inspiring group of people.

Everyone, I Hope You Dance! Inspired by the song, composed by Sanders and Sillers and first recorded by Lee Ann Womack (I Hope You Dance). 

Cup Day Celebrations

On Cup Day, Alison Dillon organised a fantastic Cup Day BBQ fundraiser for me at Farnham Street Neighbourhood House in Flemington. It was a lovely day with great people. Thanks to everyone who came out, who donated and who helped cook, prepare and clean up.

We are very grateful for Aiison's rich knowledge, organisation, promotion of Special Olympics and unwavering support. She always champions me and many other individuals and communities with additional needs.

Outdoor Education Solutions Australia (OESA) and LETR Special Olympics Gala Ball

I am so lucky to have so much amazing support to help me get to the Special Olympics Winter World Games. 

When I was younger we lived at Silver Creek in Flowerdale at a school camp. My dad was the Outdoor Education leader there with another outdoor education leader, Cam Barry. 

Cam is now owns Outdoor Education Solutions Australia - OESA (outdooredsolutions.com.au) that runs outdoor education programs and experiences. Thank you very much Outdoor Education Solutions Australia for the generous donation to Special Olympics.

Last night, I went to the LETR Special Olympics Gala Ball and it was so much fun. LETR are one of the major sponsors for Special Olympics and are always so supportive of us. It is always fun doing the Torch Run at the sporting events. Thank you to Special Olympics for their ongoing support.

Big Thankyou and Upcoming Events

Hello everyone

Thank you all very much for your generous support. I am well on the way to raising the funds for the trip to Turin.

Though the snow has finished for the season in Australia, I am keeping up my training routine with Inclusive Sports Training. For the next 10 days I will be running, swimming and cycling to improve my strength and fitness for skiing at the Special Olympics and my summer triathlon activities.

We are currently planning some fun fundraising events. I hope you can join us for one or more of them -

*Melbourne Cup Afternoon, Tuesday November 5, Farnham Street Community Centre, Flemington, 12-4pm

*Dance Night, Saturday November 16 at the Whitehorse Club, Burwood, 7.30-11.30pm

Email for more information - anitaatkinson8@gmail

Team Australia in Perisher

Last week, I went to Perisher with the other 13 athletes representing Australia in skiing and snowboarding in the Special Olympic World Winter Games next year.

We lived and trained together for the week with the support team who will come with us to Turin. It was great fun and I learned a lot, including a way of skiing to make me faster.

We competed in the Australian Interschool Multiclass race and the training tips paid off, I scored a gold medal in the Special Olympics Advanced 2 division. 

Best of all though, it was lots of fun with my friends.

Thanks again for all the support and best wishes you are sending me. I really appreciate it.

Against All Odds

When Miki was 9 days old her heart stopped and her life was touch and go for a long time. She was on a heart lung bypass machine for weeks and was critically ill for months.

The Royal Children's Hospital staff were incredible and we were lucky enough to keep our Angel child.

20 years later, her incredible resilience, persistence and endless positive outlook sees her off to Turin, skiing for Australia in the Special Olympic World Winter Games. 

We couldn't be prouder. 

Special Olympics World Winter Games, Italy

I feel proud and excited to represent Australia at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, Italy from 8-16 March 2025.

It will be my first World Winter Games experience and I love Italy!

Two of my aunties are Italian, I've visted Rome and I love pasta. 

But, I need to raise $14,000 to get to there.

That’s a lot of money and I'd like your help!

If you can, please make a donation and help me get to the World Games.

Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.

At the Games, I will be brave in the attempt and do Australia proud. 

Please Help Me
Reach My Goal

Raised

$16,172

My Goal

$15,000

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$75
may cover the cost of wintersport membership for one athlete in 2025.
$22
in recognition of each athlete and official on Team Australia.
$103
in recognition of each delegation to compete at the World Winter Games.
$235
may cover the cost of a Team Australia luggage bag for one athlete.

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Received first donation

Reached 25% of fundraising goal

Reached 50% of fundraising goal

Reached 75% of fundraising goal

Reached 100% of fundraising goal

Thank you to my Sponsors

$3k

Outdoor Education Solutions Australia (oesa)

Go and get them in Turin, Miki. Do your best, have fun, and do it with that amazing smile.

$2.26k

Mentone Bunnings Bbq Fundraiser

A big thankyou to Mentone Bunnings, to our amazing family and friends for all their support and to the Chernys for supporting Alex and Mikaela to raise these funds for the Special Olympic World Winter Games.

$1.4k

Mie Support

$1.02k

The Barcroft Family

Good Luck Mikaela! We are all very proud of you, especially Martha!

$1,000

Mez Wood

Good luck gorgeous girl.

$1,000

Levy

$520

Christian Stocker

So proud of you, Miki, we really hope that you can make it to Torino and have an experience of a lifetime with many to follow thereafter ! Best, Christian & Maja

$520

Laurie Scholes-robertson

Go Miki!! Such a champ on and off the ski slopes.

$355

Alleycatz Gw

Incredible dancing supporters. Thank you so much to the Glen Waverley family for their donations.

$247.93

Allison Clarke

Awesome work Mikkie - from Cooper Maher & family

$215

Farnham Street Fundraising, Ali D And Great Friends

Thank you very much to the great people who supported Mikaela at the Farnham Street Community Centre. Big thank you to Alison Dillon for organising it all.

$200

Anya Gelbak

Good luck Miki!

$200

Helen Hawking

Super proud of you Miki. You are such a beautiful young lady. Wishing you all the very best. Helen, Adam, Sean and Trent

$108.67

Jacob And Natasha Mandie

Go Miki!

$108.67

Tomoko

I am so proud of you Miki💕

$108.67

Lachy Williams

Well done Sis

$108.67

Jane J

Go Mikaela! You are such a wonderful person that we've had the pleasure of watching grow into an amazing young woman. Very proud to know you xx

$108.67

Rose Rand

JUST DO IT MIKI …..

$108.67

Kelly And Phil Whitten

Congratulations Mikaela! What an amazing achievement… go to your stuff!

$108.67

Jacinta Conway

Congratulations 🥳 Wishing you every success

$108.67

Antony Nixon

$108.67

Angela Petruzzi

Think big, achieve your dreams.

$108.67

Karen Tax

Super proud of you Miki. I truly hope you enjoy the experience. Lots of love as always.

$108.67

The Shevach’s

You are amazing Miki! Sending love from the Shevach’s Xx

$108.67

Craig Taplin

Congratulations Mikaela! What an amazing experience you will have!

$108.67

Kerry Jones

Such an inspiration Go Miki

$108.67

Emma Harty

Congratulations Miki, what an amazing achievement. Keep kicking goals xo

$108.67

David Beswick

Congratulations and best wishes

$108.67

Mills Family

Hi Miki, this is incredible news and we are all so proud of you! Your positive attitude lifts us all. Have an amazing time in Turin.

$104

Anonymous

So proud of you Miki! You go girl! Big hugs and love to you, Mum, Dad and your brothers! xxx

$104

Sharon, Paul & Gem

You truly are an inspiration Miki. Go with our love and pride

$103

Andrew Atkinson

$103

Macka Hawthorne

We are proud of you Miki and you’re an inspiration to all of us! Go Miki! Love Macka (and George & Mark) 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💜💜💜

$103

Bronwen Ashby

I’m so proud of all that you’ve achieved Miki & know you’ll have a great time. Good luck & have fun 😊

$103

Fiona Watts

So excited for you. Let’s home more gold medals are in store for you! Will be cheering from Melbourne.

$103

Andrew Vandeligt

Best of luck Mikaela. Amazing effort and have an awesome time!

$103

Mollie Duncanson

So proud of you Miki!! xx

$100

Fabienne Nichola

Good luck Mikela, from another rock and roller :)

$100

Alley Catz Gw 29 October

Another huge thank you to Jon and the Alley Catz GW dance community for their generous support of Mikaela's Special Olympic journey.

$90

Alleycatz Gw October 15

Go Mikaela.

$79.88

Liam Harley

Wow, congratulations on selection, you rock!

$79.13

Julia O’donnell

Good luck Miki - have lots of fun doing what you love

$79.13

Elodie Chalmers

I saw your note in Bakers Selight, Hampton.. i hope this help you reach your target!! And good luck!

$75

Bergamo Family

Go Mikaela. You are such an inspiration!

$52.75

Karen Gall

Good luck!

$52.75

Anonymous

Go for it Mikaela

$52.75

Danielle Aalders

Good luck!@

$52.75

Dana Killmister

Go Miki!

$52.75

Graeme, Amy And Peter

Amazing!

$52.75

Nick Baff

$52.75

Mandy Chamberlain

Go for it Miki. I hope you are very proud of yourself. X

$52.75

Rachel Heath

Go Mikaela....what a great achievement

$52.75

Jon Nield

$52.75

Alexandra Ham

$52.75

Brigid Doyle

Good luck Mikaela. You go girl

$52

Kelvin Steel

Good luck Mikaela ⛷️

$51

Wenjie Ge

We are so proud of you! All the best

$51

Cally Bauman

All the best Miki! Congrats on being selected to represent Australia! 👏🏻

$50

My Balance Matters - Neuro Wellness Clinic

Congratulations Mikaela !! Have an Amazing Event :-)

$42.20

Briony And Richard Lewis

$31.65

Ruth Evans

Go Mickey! So impressive! You rock!

$31.65

Anonymous

$26.38

Chantelle Cella

Go for gold, Mikaela! What a superstar!

$25

Anonymous

$23.21

Bree Kelleher

So exciting!!! Huge congratulations Mikaela!!! 👏👏

$22

Tina Rooke

$22

Bernadette Mizzi

Good Luck Mikaela!

$21.10

Deborah Gyles

Go Mikaela - Deb from Alley Catz

$20

Francine Duncanson

Congratulations Mikaela on your wonderful achievement! Wishing you the best of luck!

$11

Anonymous

Good Luck Mikaela!

$10

Tommy Duncanson

Goodluck Miki!