WE’RE GOING

OVER THE EDGE

The Boys and Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal/April 2021

“We love the thrill as well as helping to raise money Over the Edge is a perfect fit for you! A new
for the kids in our community” said Cara Smith. “The normal doesn’t mean not doing what we love, it
ability to show these kids what being fearless is all just means doing it a little differently!
about is why we do it every year.” The event will be following all CDC guide-
Smith is referring to the Boys and Girls Club’s lines including social distancing and safe practices
annual Over the Edge event. The Boys and Girls Club to help ensure our participants and sponsors a
has partnered with the Child Protection Network to safe, secure environment. Times may be different,
take fundraising to new heights at the Marriot Hotel but this unforgettable, one-of-a-kind fundraising
and Conference Center on Saturday, June 12. “There event is still a great way to help these organiza-
is no greater joy than the feeling of making a dif- tions make their missions possible!
ference” said Smith. So now it’s your turn!
The boys and girls club is calling all
thrill-seekers and formally inviting you to their an-
nual Over the Edge event! You can register and have
your own fundraising campaign and then share the
link with friends and family so they can donate to
your campaign. In order to “go over the edge,” you’ll
need to raise $1,000 or more by June 12. Registra-
tion is open now, you can begin your campaign by
creating an account on our website, www.overtheeg-
debn.org.
If you’re bored of traditional fundraisers such
as runs, bake sales, walks, golf outings, etc then Cara and John Smith going over the edge rappling over the
Marriot at our 2020 event wearing Superman custumes for the
kids looking up to them!

Our community and these kids need your

support now more than ever. This event provides
an amazing, life-changing experience while mak-
ing a huge impact for these organizations and
kids. Show love to the kids in your community
and register today! Mark your calendars and
help make a difference! For more information
about the event, visit www.bgcbn.ord/events/
event/over-the-edge/.
The Boys and Girls Club is looking forward
to seeing you go over the edge!
Jennifer Hall giving a thumbs up going “over the edge” at our
2020 event