Sports for Unique Athletes Foundation

Every child deserves a chance to play and grow.

S4UA Foundation works with children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through adapted sports, strength and conditioning, coach training and practical support for special schools across Maharashtra.

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  • 45+special schools reached
  • 2,000+children reached
  • Nearly a decadeof work across Maharashtra
A moment from S4UA Foundation's work with children and special schools

Based in Mumbai, working across Maharashtra

A child taking part in a session supported by S4UA Foundation

Who we work with

Sport adapted to every participant's abilities and support needs.

Our core focus is children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including:

  • Autism
  • Down syndrome
  • Cerebral palsy
  • ADHD
  • Multiple disabilities

Every activity is adapted to the person taking part. We work closely with special schools, because teachers and school staff know each child's routines, communication and needs, and regular practice with people they trust helps sport become part of the school week.

  • Adapted sports

    Activities shaped around each participant's abilities.

  • Strength and conditioning

    Balance, coordination and stamina built through regular practice.

  • Trained coaches

    Coaches and teacher-coaches who understand each child.

  • School partnership

    School teams who help sessions continue.

About S4UA

What we do

Five areas of work, with sport at the centre.

Some of our work runs regularly in schools today. Some is still being developed. Each card shows where it stands.

01Ongoing

Sports & Athlete Development

Regular adapted sports and movement sessions in special schools, with strength and conditioning, sport-specific skills and opportunities to take part in sporting events.

03Ongoing projects

Sensory & Therapy Rooms

Equipped school spaces for guided sensory activities and therapy by qualified professionals.

04Partly planned

School Infrastructure

Improving school spaces where there is a clear need. Larger sports and residential facilities are still at the planning stage.

05Developing

Livelihoods & Independence

Practical skills and vocational opportunities for young adults, beginning in Dhule.

Ongoing means the work is running in schools now. Developing and partly planned mean it is being built step by step with local partners.

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What we have achieved

Real work, in real schools.

A snapshot of what S4UA's work has delivered so far. Full figures and school stories are on our impact page.

  • 4

    Sensory-room projects supported

    At Manilal, Umang Special School (Ghatkopar), MBA Foundation (Airoli) and Vikasmatiman School (Ulhasnagar).

  • 60+

    Coaches and teacher-coaches trained

    Through practical workshops and district-level support.

  • 25+

    Sports events organised

    Bringing children and schools together to practise, take part and represent their schools.

  • 30+

    Schools provided with sports equipment

    Equipment that helps schools run regular, safe sessions.

  • 8

    Districts reached

    Across urban, rural and tribal communities in Maharashtra.

  • 5 August 2026

    Independently registered

    S4UA Foundation became an independently registered foundation.

Figures are cumulative, covering S4UA's work from 2017 to 2026.

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S4UA Foundation's work with schools and communities in Maharashtra

Where we work

From Mumbai to rural and tribal Maharashtra.

We work with special schools in cities, rural districts and tribal communities. The support each school receives depends on what it needs.

Our aim is to extend our coach network to every tribal area of Maharashtra. This is a goal we are working towards.

Where We Work

  • Urban

    Special schools in Mumbai and nearby cities.

  • Rural

    Schools where coaches, equipment and spaces are harder to access.

  • Tribal

    Communities where local coaching capacity makes lasting support possible.

Districts our work has reached

  • Mumbai City
  • Mumbai Suburban
  • Thane
  • Palghar
  • Raigad
  • Pune
  • Solapur
  • Dhule

Programmes vary by location, based on the needs of each school.

Our supporters

The organisations behind the work.

Companies and service clubs have supported specific parts of our work. We are grateful to each of them.

Sensory and therapy rooms
Sports training and equipment
Sports events
Palghar district programme
Dhule district programme

With thanks also to Gain Access, Celebration Sports Club and the special schools, educators and families who make this work possible.

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Campaigns

Practical needs you can help with.

Small, focused campaigns meet specific needs in schools and communities.

Dhule

Meals for children in Dhule

Help provide meals for children in our Dhule programme.

Special schools

Sports equipment for schools

Help schools get the basic equipment they need for regular sessions.

Special schools

Sensory room support

Help equip a school space for guided sensory activities.

The Campaigns page shows which campaigns are open now, what each one needs and how to support it.

See Current Campaigns

Partner or contribute

Help create the next chance to play.

Whether you are a company, a foundation or an individual, your support helps more children and young adults take part in sport.

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Other ways to get involved

  • Partner with us

    Companies, CSR teams, foundations and trusts can support a programme or district.

  • Make a donation

    Contribute what you can through our official donation page.

  • Support a campaign

    Help meet a specific need in a school or community.

  • Share your skills

    Coaches, trainers and professionals can contribute their experience.