Are you fan enough? Go Over the Edge for SOMO!

If you are a fan of courage and  thrills, then we know you are fan enough to go Over the Edge for our athletes. For the second year, we are offering this exhilarating opportunity to rappel down from the Four Seasons Hotel at Lumiere Place. You can raise money and your heart rate!  And know you've helped ensure exciting opportunities for our local athletes to train and compete in sports. 

This thrilling event is one of three in Missouri hosted by local law enforcement. Our event is hosted by St. Louis City and St. Louis County Police Departments.

Friday, October 1
Four Seasons Hotel at Lumiere Place, St. Louis

 

How do I know if I'm fan enough?

Over the Edge is open to the first 100 SOMO fans who meet the following criteria:
1. 18 years of age or older by event date.
2. Body weight of 300 pounds or less by event date.
3. Raise a minimum of $1000 by event date.
 - The $1000 minimum can be raised by any combination of donations gathered from friends, family or co-workers.  You can collect checks and donations from everyone, or just register below and utilize our online fundraising pages - it's the easiest and safest way to $1000! 

What's in it for me?

You mean, besides the adrenaline rush?  And knowing that you made life better for thousands of Missouri athletes?  And a great story to share with everyone whose fanhood isn't as big as yours?  We're glad you asked!  For your time and dedication to SOMO, we're glad to offer:

 - Our official SOMO Over the Edge apparel item
 - A commemmorative photo of your rappel
 - Free admission for you and your guest to our official OTE post-party / reception
 - You will be eligible for outstanding incentives and prizes!  We will offer great rewards to top fundraisers and top recruiters. 

What's the GRAND prize?

This year's prize: For every $1,000 you raise over the minimum you will be entered for another chance to rappel in beautiful Hawaii!  When you raise and turn in $2,000 – your name will be entered one time to win.  Raise $3,000 and be entered twice.  The more you raise the more times you will be entered.   One statewide winner will be our guest at the Special Olympics Hawaii Over the Edge event on Oct. 15, 2010.  The event is at the Sheraton Waikiki in Honolulu – click here to see photos from last year’s rappel. Trip includes 3 nights’ lodging, airfare and airport transfer for one fortunate Edger.  The last date to qualify is Sept. 24.  The winner will be announced on Sept. 25. 

What should I expect while going Over the Edge?

Click here to read about what you should expect from the experience, and how you can prepare to be a SOMO superhero on October 1!  

Once you reach the $1,000 minimum rasied, you will get to pick your time to rappel.  Those who have yet to meet this one week prior will be placed on a waiting list.

I am fan enough and I'm ready to prove it.  
How can I go Over the Edge?

It's as easy as 1-2-3:

1. Register for the event.  You can download and turn in our registration form, or make your fanhood official right now by registering online. 
2. Start raising money today!  $1000 is much easier than you think, and there's power in numbers.  E-mail all of your friends, family, co-workers and neighbors - you can reach the minimum easily with their help!
3. SOMO will contact you shortly with more information about OTE, including some helpful materials to help you soar above and beyond your fundraising goals.


The event is scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 1.  Each participant will receive a pre-assigned time for their rappel.  Therefore, you do not need to take the entire day off if don't want to.  However, please make sure you come back for the post-event party/reception from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the atrium (Cascade) of the Lumiere Hotel.

For more information contact Jennifer Brown, brown@somo.org or 314-961-7755.

Thank you to these event sponsors: