Amazon Supports Virtus Puerto Rico with $15,000 Contribution to Advance Inclusive Sports Opportunities

Dorado, Puerto Rico — Virtus Puerto Rico received a $15,000 contribution from Amazon in support of the organization’s mission to provide high-level athletic opportunities for athletes with an intellectual disability, Down syndrome, and autism.  The contribution will help strengthen programs that promote athletic development, inclusion, wellness, and opportunities for Puerto Rico’s athletes to compete at the national and international levels.

“On behalf of Virtus Puerto Rico, our Board of Directors, athletes, coaches, volunteers, and families, we express our sincere gratitude to Amazon for this extraordinary support. This generous contribution represents much more than a financial gift.  It demonstrates Amazon’s commitment to the communities it serves and its confidence in our mission. Their support helps our athletes reach their full potential and proudly represent Puerto Rico on national and international stages,” said Miguel Caraballo Fred, President of Virtus Puerto Rico.

Ian Conyers, Amazon Head of Community Engagement in Puerto Rico, said,

“We are proud to support the local community and Virtus Puerto Rico, helping advance education, recreation, and wellness opportunities for students and athletes.”

Amazon’s investment in Virtus Puerto Rico reflects a broader commitment to creating opportunities and strengthening communities across Puerto Rico. Through partnerships such as this one, Virtus Puerto Rico continues working toward a more inclusive future where athletes of all abilities have meaningful opportunities to develop their talents, pursue excellence, and achieve their goals

“We thank Amazon for believing in our athletes and helping make a future full of opportunities possible for our champions,” Caraballo Fred added.

“Support like this creates a lasting impact not only in sports, but also in the lives of our athletes, their families, and communities throughout Puerto Rico.”

About Virtus Puerto Rico

Virtus Puerto Rico is the national member organisation of Virtus in Puerto Rico that works to develop and promote high-performance sports opportunities for athletes with intellectual disabilities, autism, and Down syndrome, fostering inclusion, athletic excellence, and the opportunity to represent Puerto Rico with pride.