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Support Grenada's Youngest Olympic Athlete

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Tilly Collymore, OLY has just represented Grenada in swimming at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Having successfully completed her IGCSE's at The Island Montessori School in Grenada earlier this year she earned a remarkable opportunity to further her sports career and is now preparing to attend Millfield School in England to study for her A-Levels, while enrolled in one of the best swimming training programs in the world.

Tilly Collymore, a 16-year-old from La Sagesse St Davids, has already made significant strides in her athletic career. Despite facing the limitations of training in a four-lane, 25-yard pool in Grenada, Tilly has consistently achieved remarkable results. Having participated in international competitions including the Junior Fina Worlds, Fina World Championships, CARIFTA, and the Commonwealth Games.

Tilly has set OECS (Organization of Eastern Caribbean States) records for the 100m freestyle and also the Grenadian national record at 50m and 100m. In open water she has set the Grenadian national records at 1,500 and 5,000m. Most recently, Tilly has represented Grenada
at the 2024 Olympic Games where she placed 2nd in her heat in the 100m freestyle.

Given the limited resources and facilities available for young athletes in Grenada, Tillys’ achievements to date have been truly remarkable. Her ability to excel under such challenging circumstances is a shining example of her unparalleled work ethic and indomitable spirit. Her
dedication, discipline, and exceptional performance have earned her a spot in Millfield School, a renowned institution that specialises in nurturing young athletes and providing them with world-class training facilities and education.

Tilly Collymore is an exceptional individual who embodies character, determination, coachability, work ethic, and maturity, making her not just an outstanding athlete, but also, student, teammate, and role model for young girls and women of colour in the field of competitive swimming.

Tilly is not just a dedicated athlete; she is a master of time management. She skillfully juggles her academic responsibilities, rigorous training schedule, and numerous volunteer commitments, demonstrating an admirable willingness to make sacrifices when needed while maintaining an unwavering commitment to excellence. This level of discipline and maturity is truly exceptional for someone her age.

In addition to her athletic abilities and achievements, Tilly also maintains an impressive academic record with regard to her studies, having achieved 12 IGCSE’s in Summer 2024 all at grades A to C. She is helpful, kind, honest, hardworking, has wonderful written and verbal
communication skills, and displays great leadership qualities in all that she does. Her drive and determination to achieve her academic and sporting goals is commendable.

Attending Millfield will provide Tilly with unparalleled resources, coaching, and exposure to elevate her skills and achieve her potential on an international stage. This opportunity is a pivotal moment in her career and will not only benefit her personal growth but also serve as a
source of inspiration for young athletes in Grenada and beyond. Attending Millfield will also give her the best training possible for future Olympics, where she is expected to again represent her country at the highest level.

While Tilly has demonstrated outstanding promise, her family faces significant financial challenges in covering the tuition and related expenses required for her education and training abroad. We are seeking your support via sponsorship to contribute to Tillys tuition fees for the 2024/25 academic year, which amount to $60,000 USD. Your donation will directly support Tillys ability to focus on her training and education without the burden of financial stress.

We sincerely hope that you will consider this request to support Tilly in her journey towards achieving her dreams. Your sponsorship will not only make a significant difference in her life but will also have a wider impact of empowering young athletes globally.

Thank you for considering this proposal.We look forward to the possibility of partnering with you to support a future swimming champion.

Go Tilly Go!






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    Raeanna Scott
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    England
    Tilly Collymore
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