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A New Partner to Accelerate Our Mission Our foundation entered into an ofcial charity partnership with the DTM, one of the most exciting touring car series, in 2022. Among other benefts, the cooperation allows us to generate greater awareness for spinal cord injury research. DTM Chairman Gerhard Berger and his star drivers, Thomas Preining being one of them, put the pedal to the medal all season and auctioned of parts of their original equipment in aid of Wings for Life.
The Best Meeting of the Year The “Gipfeltrefen” is so much more than merely our annual charity dinner. It’s an occasion for dear friends to catch up and spend a pleasant evening together. This year, we gathered at Scalaria on Lake Wolfgang. Our guests competed fercely for the auction items, humbling us with their amazing support yet again. By the end, the event had raised around 535,000 Euros for spinal cord research.
Fun, Games, and a Sensational Donation Our friends at the travel agency The Travel Birds staged a fantastic event: the legendary “Birdies & Friends Soccer Cup” in aid of Wings for Life. 15 teams competed against each other in glorious weather, and a magnifcent performance saw the “Volcano Bulls” claim victory on the day. The Birdies not only succeeded in attracting topclass teams to Fuschl am See, but also showed maximum commitment on the football pitch themselves. The result is an extraordinary donation of 110,000 Euros.
United for a Cure at Cord Club LA The Cord Club LA marked our frst fundraising gala in the USA. It was an exceptional evening, during which not only researchers, supporters, and afected patients came together, but people such as Wings for Life Ambassador Dianne Vitkus were honoured for their services. Indie rock band Portugal. The Man provided the musical highlight of the night – and in the end, live auctions and generous donors raised more than 394,000 US dollars for research.
When two worlds collide 2022 saw the launch of The Driving Force event series. The purpose of these events is to bring together the world of F1 and collide it with the work of Wings for Life; to drive change, inspire others and have a seriously great time too. Wings for Life UK and Red Bull Netherlands hosted the The Driving Force – Zandvoort Edition with a star-studded guestlist, including Christian Horner, Dr Helmut Marko, Franz Tost, David Coulthard, Pierre Gasly and Yuki Tsunoda as well our CEO, Anita Gerhardter. The event raised an incredible 225,000 Euros for spinal cord research.
Strong Supporters
We are proud to have such valued supporters at our side. We asked some of them why their partnership with Wings for Life means so much to them.
“Hope was crucial when I sustained a high-level spinal cord injury and was paralysed. Wings for Life funded scientifc research and clinical trials ofer such hope for a cure and the outcome is truly life changing for people like me. Absolutely I owe my recovery to it, and that’s why I’m a proud supporter.”
Steven Dowd Wings for Life Ambassador and supporter
Dustine West
Artist & Wings for Life supporter “Being introduced to Wings for Life has opened my eyes to the dedicated research work they do and the inspiring teams raising both valuable funds and awareness of spinal cord injuries. It doesn’t take much convincing to get on board and be a part of this incredible charity.”
Darin Jorgensen
T-Mobile for Business (Silver Partner)
“We’re proud to be involved with Wings for Life because the research that goes into restoring people’s abilities, they once had, is incredible. The chances of being able to give that back and provide hope to having the life they once had before, is remarkable.”
“I support Wings for Life because they gave me hope after my spinal cord injury. Thanks to Wings for Life, I have hope for a cure, which gives me so much happiness and tranquility. The future is bright.”
Dianne Vitkus Wings for Life Ambassador
Hexagon Wings for Life supporter (Bronze Partner)
“Hexagon believes in using data and technology to overcome problems, so the Wings for Life mission of curing spinal cord injury by supporting cutting-edge research really resonates with us. Our employees have participated in every World Run since 2015.”
“I support Wings for Life to make a diference. I know the direct impact it takes on a family and am committed to fnding a cure. Not only do I have the privilege to work for Wings for Life, but I also contribute to the cause with a payroll deduction.”
Rose Rather Development Manager, Wings for Life USA
