This fundraising campaign is for the Romanian Transplant Association (ATR), which has put together a team of patients who have undergone kidney, liver and heart transplants to take part in the 2024 Transplant Football World Cup in Cervia, Italy. For this reason, all funds raised will be transferred to the ATR’s account.

The project has three parts:

1. Preparation for participation, which involves:

• Medical and fitness assessments.
• Personalised physical and technical training for each player, under the supervision of medical and sports specialists.
• Counselling and psychological support sessions to ensure optimal mental readiness ahead of the competition.
• Team training sessions.
• Preparation of the necessary equipment.

1. Actual participation in the Cup:

• Team travel and active participation in football competitions.
• Meetings with other national teams to promote the exchange of experiences and solidarity among transplant patients.

1. Post-Cup player recovery:

• Post-competition medical assessments to monitor the players’ health.
• Physical and mental recovery sessions.

Context and significance: The sporting event is designed as a tribute to the memory of organ donors and a celebration of life, highlighting the importance of organ donation and the positive impact it has on the lives of transplant recipients. By taking part in this competition, the ATR team aims to inspire and encourage the wider community to support organ donation.

This project not only promotes health and recovery through sport, but also brings to the fore the success stories of transplant patients, thereby strengthening ties within the medical community and between transplant recipients and their supporters.