- April 26, 2018
Today, we had a great surprise. A guy named Deniz sent us 100€ to support Blading Camp. “I love your project but I can’t come this year. Take this money and give it to someone who needs it to help them come and live the dream.” From this beautiful gesture it sparked the creation of the Blading Camp Tip Jar to help the people with low or no income at all live the Experience of Blading Camp.
The project since has grown and we’ve given more than 2,400 euros in donations helping riders with their flights and travel fees from countries like Poland, Czech Republic, Peru and Spain. We also donate a free place at camp to the Spanish Inline skating League Champion Under 14 category.
- March 1st, 2021
We are very proud to announce that the project is now expanding in collaboration with THEM SKATES, and Jon Julions’ CommUnitE Project. “A MONTHLY percentage of @themskates Communit-E sales distributed to the skating community’s local events, organizations, skate scenes.”
- July, 10th, 2021
2021 CommunitE Initiative was super successful! We were able to bring 7 riders from Scotland, Poland, Spain, UK and Scotland to Camp this past year! And it was all thanks to the community project!
- July 2022
2022 Campaign was incredible with over 1,000 euros raised! We divided this money between 5 kids. 3 from UK and 2 from Poland to help with flights and travel fees. Thank you to our entire community.
- April 2023 – Campaign Initiated for this year. Let’s go!
• April 2024
The 2024 campaign continued to grow our community with increased participation from riders across Europe and beyond. We successfully supported additional riders from Germany, Italy, and France, expanding our reach and impact.
• December 2024 – Expanded Partnerships
As we conclude 2024, we are thrilled to announce new partnerships with additional skate brands and organizations committed to making inline skating accessible to everyone. These collaborations have strengthened our mission and opened new opportunities for our community members.
• 2025 – Growing Stronger
In 2025, we are committed to scaling our project further. We aim to support more riders than ever before, strengthen our international partnerships, and continue building a vibrant, inclusive community. With the support of our donors and partners, we will ensure that more young skaters can access Blading Camp and pursue their dreams in inline skating.
#### What is the Blading Camp Community Project?
The Blading Camp Community Project is a transformative initiative designed to break down financial barriers in the inline skating community. Born from a simple act of kindness in 2018, when community member Deniz donated 100€ to help riders who couldn’t afford to attend camp, this project has evolved into a comprehensive support system that makes Blading Camp experiences accessible to skaters from around the world, regardless of their financial situation.
Our mission is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to pursue their passion for inline skating. We recognize that travel costs, accommodation, and camp fees can be prohibitive for many talented young skaters. Through the Community Project, we’ve created a bridge between generous donors and passionate riders, enabling life-changing experiences for youth from diverse backgrounds across Europe, Latin America, and beyond.
What makes this project special is its commitment to transparency and community engagement. Every donation is tracked, every sponsored camper’s story is shared, and every euro raised goes directly toward supporting riders who truly need assistance. We partner with leading skating brands like THEM SKATES to amplify our impact, with a portion of their CommUnitE sales dedicated to supporting local skating communities worldwide.
The Community Project represents more than just financial aid—it embodies our core value: never forget your roots. Because of our community’s support, countless young skaters have been able to join Blading Camp, develop their skills, form lasting friendships, and discover their true potential in the sport they love.
There´s two roles on this project the Donator and the Sponsored Camper:
Donator: Donates the quantity they wish to help.
Sponsored Camper: Will receive the money needed to buy their flights/travel costs and pay for the camp.
Want to become a Donator?
It’s simple, donate any amount you feel comfortable giving. Your donation will help riders and families from all over the world who cannot afford it. We will announce where your money is going. 100% crystal clear through the entire process! The quantity is not important just the action!
Want to become a Sponsored Camper?
We want to know who you are! What’s your story with inline skating? Where are you from? Why should you be one of the sponsored campers to join us for free!?
*Please remember this is for families and riders who truly cannot afford to join us, please respect this.
**Our coaches and staff will be selecting the riders who will be joining us this year!
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