Policy for sports - Flooding Relief: DOSB Creates Donation Platform for Clubs
The German Olympic Sports Federation (DOSB) is providing aid to sports clubs affected by the flooding and has set aside 100,000 euros to assist them. This money is the beginning of a donation fund. "We are deeply troubled and sympathize with the situation many people in the southern parts of the country are currently going through due to the floods," said DOSB President Thomas Weikert on Wednesday. "We encourage our member organizations and other parties to contribute to this cause."
Weikert added, "The devastation caused by the floodwaters is also impacting sports clubs. As the umbrella organization for sports, we are making preparations to swiftly, bureaucracy-free, and compassionate help available during the rebuilding process while we stand behind these clubs." The DOSB will collaborate with the state sports associations in the affected areas to disburse the funds.
DOSB Press Release
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- The flooding in Southern Germany has caused significant damage to numerous sports clubs, affecting their rebuilding process.
- Thomas Weikert, the President of the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB), expressed his sympathies for the situation and encouraged donations to the flood relief fund initiated by DOSB.
- The DOSB's donation account has been set up to provide immediate aid to the affected sports clubs, with an initial contribution of 100,000 euros.
- In collaboration with the local state sports associations, the German Olympic Sports Federation will ensure that the relief funds are distributed effectively and efficiently to the sports clubs in need.
- As part of its sports policy, the DOSB aims to provide compassionate aid to the affected sports clubs and communities, contributing to the broader recovery efforts in flood-stricken Southern Germany.
