[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Walk a Mile Fundraiser – Saturday, Oct 26, 2024[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row vcex_user_access=”logged_in”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””]On Saturday, October 26, 2024, men from across our island wi......More
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Walk a Mile Fundraiser – Saturday, Oct 26, 2024[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row vcex_user_access=”logged_in”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””]On Saturday, October 26, 2024, men from across our island will join us in alliance against rape, sexual assault and gender violence in our 15th Annual Walk A Mile in Her Shoes Event. They will walk in women’s shoes through downtown Hilo to help raise public awareness and in celebration of the many survivors in our Big Island community. We want these survivors to know that you support them, too.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]For more than 40 years, the YWCA of Hawai`i Island has provided sexual assault support services for victims and survivors – women, men, girls, and boys ranging from age ninety to less than a year old. Our free, island-wide services include a 24-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline (808) 935-0677, a Medical Forensic Exam Program and counseling support for the survivor and family members. Last year alone, we responded to more than 2,150 crisis and support calls from or on behalf of victims of sexual violence. Your support will make it possible to continue to offer these services and programs to the victims, survivors, and family members. Ours is the only resource available to them on Hawai‘i Island.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””]Walk to SupportWalk A Mile in Her Shoes is a fun-filled morning for the whole family with three fabulous ways to support YWCA and sexual assault survivors. This year’s event takes place from 7:30-10:30 am on Saturday, October 26th: Register to Walk and Fundraisein advance of the event to support our survivors (find instructions here). Then join us at 145 Ululani Street in Hilo for a fun morning starting at 7:30 on October 26th prizes for most funds raised, best decorated shoes, judges choice and more.. For those of you who prefer low tech, you can download the Pledge Form here. Fundraise Donate: Donate to an individual that is participating to support victims of sexual violence, select the “DONATE” button on this page! Donate Sponsor the event: When you become an event sponsor, you help make sure our YWCA team is there to help victims of sexual violence every day and make the 2024 Walk A Mile event the most successful yet. We also gratefully welcome donations of gift certificates or other prizes for walkers. Sponsor [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″]Download Pledge Form [/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column]Sponsors[vc_column_text]Thank you to our generous sponsors. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Mauna Kea Sponsors [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Mauna Loa Sponsors [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Hualālai Sponsors Big Island Delights [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Thank you for helping make sure the more than 2,000 people who need our help get it when it matters most with your support of the Walk A Mile. For more information and to make your contribution, contact Kathleen at the YWCA Hawai‘i Island at 935-7141 ext. 102, email: [email protected] or go to www.ywcahawaiiisland.org The YWCA of Hawai`i Island thanks you for your time and support. Please consider a direct donation.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]Frequently Asked QuestionsHow does the fundraising work?Click on the “Fundraise” button above, sign in to your YWCA account or create a new one. It will then take you to our online fundraising platform. Customize your fundraising page to tell your story and why YWCA is important to you. SHARE SHARE SHARE your page on social media & with family and friends, no matter where they are. Can I solicit pledges in other creative ways – or if I walk on other days?Sure – please encourage folks to donate to your page however you see fit! You are welcome to build your fundraising campaign around your personal goal for fundraising, miles walked or even if you plan on walking the whole month. The footwear is up to you – walking to support survivors is the most important thing. How do the teams work?Teams are open to any size and collection of individuals. Teams increase your ability to fundraise teams can be a business, a family, group of friends, etc. One person has to be the “captain” and create/claim the team page. All individuals on a team must have their own fundraising page, and their individual total rolls up to the team page and total. Teams will be competing for team category prizes most funds raised, the bigger your team the better your chance to win! Can I fundraise offline?Yes! Supporters can mail donations to YWCA at 145 Ululani Street, Hilo, HI 96720. We will still credit this donation to your fundraising page to show your total amount raised. Make sure they note Walk a Mile & your name/team on the memo line of the check. Donations must be received at our office by October28th to count toward your total for prizes on the 29th. What if I can’t walk with the group that day?Join us and register anyway, form a group and do your walk virtually. If you want footwear for pictures, give us a call. Please contact us a week or more before so we can arrange for pictures. Tell friends and family with social media so they can support you from wherever they are. What if I can’t walk in heels?That’s totally fine. We have people walk in all types of footwear. Decorated slippers, tabbies, crocs, sneakers or just shoes. The important thing is walking to raise awareness and support survivors of sex assault. Use the link above to register. If you decorate your shoes you’ll be eligible for the decorated shoe contests as well. [/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Hawai’i Island YWCA Walk a Mile in Her Shoes is a march that promotes an end to rape, sexual assault and family violence. The one-mile march features men in heels in an effort to raises money for Sexual Support Services. Starts at YWCA Ululani Campus. Pledge a donation and/or walk. WALKER INFOWalkers can participate in the contest for decorating shoes, most pledges and of course walking. It’s a fun filled event for the whole family with refreshments after the walk. View the Walk Route (PDF). Support a Walker – Pledge Online Get Your Friends on Board – Download Pledge Form Help promote the event. Download, print and display the event flyer: Download Flyer SPONSOR INFOOn Saturday, October 26, 2019, men from across our island will join us in alliance against rape, sexual assault and gender violence in our Annual Walk A Mile in Her Shoes Event. They will walk in women’s shoes through downtown Hilo to help raise public awareness and in celebration of the many survivors in our Big Island community. For over 40 years, the YWCA of Hawai`i Island has been providing sexual assault support services for both victims and survivors women, men, girls and boys ranging from ages ninety to less than a year old. Our free island-wide services include a 24-hour Sex Assault Crisis Hotline, a Medical Forensic Exam Program and counseling support for the survivor and family members. Last year alone we responded to over 2440 crisis and support calls from or on behalf of victims of sexual violence. We opened 329 cases, provided 1929 hours of therapy to 167 people and performed 47 sexual assault forensic medical exams. Your support of this event is a great vote of confidence in our mission and will make it possible to continue offering these services and programs to the victims, survivors and family members. Listed below are the various support options available. Walk, Alone or with your Team: $25 Fee Per Walker$100 in Pledges (Fee waived)$150 in Pledges (Fee waived and Free Souvenir T-Shirt)Donate: Gift CertificatesPrizes & Awards for Teams/Individuals & “Judge’s Choice” ShoeSponsor: $1000 – Mauna Kea: Large Sponsor Logo in event materials 5×7 Foot Banner placement Recognition at event, Contributor’s list and YWCA’s Annual Report$500 – Mauna Loa: Logo in event materials Recognition at event, Contributor’s list and YWCA’s Annual Report$250 – Hualalai: Recognition in event materials, at event, Contributor’s list and YWCA’s Annual Report$100 – Kilauea: Recognition at event , Contributor’s list and YWCA’s Annual ReportFor more information, please visit our website at www.ywcahawaiiisland.org or contact the YWCA at 935-7141 ext. 162 or email: [email protected]. The YWCA of Hawai`i Island thanks you for your time and consideration and look forward to your support to help make this walk a success.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
