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August 15, 2024 – Episode #151
Rappelling Impact: Taking It Over the Edge featuring Catie Taylor and Michelle Haudrich
Imagine the scene: You’re driving through the heart of the city when you notice a buzz of excitement on the streets. Families and friends are mingling, strangers are becoming fast friends, and there’s a flurry of activity—face painting, crafts, sidewalk chalk, and even local heroes all gathered in one place. It feels like a festival has suddenly sprung to life, like a flash mob in full swing.
But then, something catches your eye. You look up. What’s that? A bird? A plane? A superhero? Yes, it’s a superhero! You pinch yourself—are you dreaming? No, this is real. Right before your eyes, a superhero is scaling the side of a massive building in the heart of the city. The energy is contagious, and you’re drawn into the excitement. You soon realize: people are rappelling down the building! What a spectacle!
And here’s the twist: it’s not just any event, it’s an Over the Edge fundraiser, bringing the community together in a way you’ve never seen before.
In this episode of Raise Nation Radio, we’re joined by Catie Taylor, President at Granted and Co-chair for Over the Edge, and Michele Haudrich, Account Executive at Over the Edge, who share an inspiring story of how one nonprofit transformed a $100K fundraising goal into a $1M powerhouse by partnering with an urban rappelling company that turns bucket-list experiences into fundraising success.
Over the Edge is a bold event that not only raises significant funds but also garners incredible media exposure. Their signature urban rappelling experience offers participants a once-in-a-lifetime thrill while making a huge positive impact for the hosting nonprofit.
And the best part? People of all ages and abilities—CEOs, moms and dads, young and old—can take part.
This is fantastic news for Granted, an organization dedicated to granting once-in-a-lifetime wishes to children aged 3 to 18 who have been diagnosed with life-threatening or terminal conditions.
It’s a superhero story on every level.
Highlights of this Episode:
- Journey to the edge
- Costumed courage
- Dual action fundraisers
- Innovative events
- Virtual Reality
Connect with our guests on LinkedIn:
Michelle Haudrich or visit Over the Edge
Catie Taylor or visit Granted
Customer Profile:
OneCause Customer Success Manager – Patrick Irish
Fundraising Software – OneCause Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
Signature Fundraiser – Over the Edge 4 Granted
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