She and the volunteers are part of the Great Britain team which will compete at the 2013 IFDS Blind Sailing World and International Championships in May and June.
Understanding that International Federation of Disabled Sailing (IFDS) President Linda Merkle was looking for an event location, Callahan suggested exploring Charlotte Harbor in Florida, and partnered with Merkle to secure local support, assist in planning to raise the funds, as well as help put a logistical plan in place.