Video Gamers to Battle Sleep in 24-Hour Charity Challenge

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Video gamers to battle sleep in 24-hour charity challenge

Committed video gamers [YOUR TEAM NAME] from [YOUR TOWN/AREA] are gearing up to burn the midnight gaming oil on [DATE/S] to raise money for people with disabilities.

They’ll be playing video games continuously for 24 hours as part of GameBlast18, the UK’s largest gaming marathon weekend, and are aiming to raise £XXX for the charity SpecialEffect, who use technology to help people with disabilities benefit from the fun and inclusion of video games.

[YOUR TEAM NAME] are asking people to help them reach their target by sponsoring them via their online fundraising page.

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“Playing for 24 hours is a big challenge, but we’re asking people to attempt it to help the thousands of people who, because of a disability, can only sit and watch other people have all the fun with family and friends.” said Tom Donegan, the charity’s Events Organiser.

“GameBlast is an opportunity for people to do what they love best and level the playing field for people with disabilities at the same time.”

The charity is inviting teams of friends, family members and work colleagues to join the GameBlast event, which has been likened to a ‘Children in Need’ for gamers. It’s backed by big names in the games industry including GAME, Twitch, and Jagex, and aims to raise £100,000.

“[YOUR TEAM NAME]’s efforts will help people like John (http://bit.ly/2gDZxF4) who never thought he'd be able to play video games again because his muscular dystrophy stopped him using a controller,” said Tom. “The sponsorship raised through the GameBlast weekend will change the lives of many more people like John through the gift of gaming fun and inclusivity.”

Anyone can sponsor the team online at [YOUR FUNDRAISING PAGE]. More details of the GameBlast18 event can be found athttps://www.gameblast18.org.uk

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SpecialEffect is an award-winning charity that helps people with disabilities to benefit from the fun, rehabilitation and therapy of video games. They support people of all ages through assessments, equipment loans and equipment modifications.

SpecialEffect

The Stable Block, Cornbury Park, Charlbury, Oxfordshire OX7 3EH

Office: 01608 810055

www.specialeffect.org.uk

Twitter: @specialeffect

Facebook: specialeffectcharity

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