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2008 WALK FOR THE HOMELESS  

WALK.  PLEDGE.  CARE.
The 2008 Carpenter's Place Walk for the Homeless will be held on Saturday, October 4th at Christian Life Schools 1/4 mile running track located at 5950 Spring Creek Road.  Come join us from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. as we walk to raise money to provide the tools necessary for rebuilding the lives of the homeless in our communities. 

This event will be a Walker's Choice!  Walk ANYTIME between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.  Walk ANY DISTANCE!  Take a leisurely walk with family and friends, or challenge yourself to a personal goal!  Your Choice!  We're grateful you will be joining us for this very special event!

T-shirts will be given to the first 100 participants who turn in pledges of $100 or more.  Inspiration pendants and cord will be given to all participants who collect pledges!  A grand prize will be awarded to the walker who is the top fundraiser.

Rounding out this event will be Great Food:  grilled burgers, brats and more!  Craft items made by the homeless guests at Carpenter's Place will be on sale the day of the event!

So, how do I register to participate in the 2008 Walk for the Homeless?

  1. Make a commitment to walk and set a goal;
  2. Complete the Registration form below or print the brochure; there is no fee to register!

Registration Form

  1. Print a Pledge form to obtain sponsor pledges;

Pledge Form

  1. Pass the Pledge form around to family, friends, classmates, co-workers, and neighbors to request donations to support you in your Walk for the Homeless fundraising efforts or send them an email to request their support;
  2. Donations maybe collected in advance of the event and mailed to Carpenter's Place or turned in the day of the event at registration.   Tuesday, September 30th, is the deadline for mailed donations to count for prize categories. 
  3. Enjoy the wonderful feeling that comes with helping others who are less fortunate!

*Visit your doctor for a check-up before embarking on any new weight loss or physical fitness program

Contact Information

No fee to register; all participants are encouraged to secure sponsors; all participants must read and authorization of acceptance of the  Waiver/Release is required.  For walkers under 18 years of age , parent or legal guardian authorization is required via mail or on site with original signature.
First Name:
Last Name:
Age:
Address 1:
Address 2:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Telephone:
Email:
Company / Organization:
Yes, I am part of a Team:
Team Name:
Work Telephone:

WAIVER/RELEASE – SIGNATURE REQUIRED

I hereby certify the following:  1) I am physically fit and have received medical clearance to participate in the Walk For The Homeless; 2) In consideration for my application to participate in the Walk For The Homeless being accepted, I, on behalf of myself, my heirs and assigns, and my estate, hereby waive and forever discharge the sponsors, organizers, host location, affiliates, as well as their agents and employees from any and all claims that may accrue as the results of my participate, and 3) I hereby grant Carpenter’s Place specific permission to reproduce, publish circulate, copyright or otherwise use any and all photographs and/or videotapes of me and/or my family take at the Walk For The Homeless, for the use by the Carpenter’s Place.
I Agree and certify that I am 18 years of age or older    
I Decline    

Make checks payable to Carpenter's Place, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.  All donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.

Not a team yet?  FORM A TEAM

Invite friends, relatives, co-workers, and neighbors to join you!  Being part of a team is fun and will improve your success rate by offering motivation and partnerships.  For more information, Contact:  Joan Van Kessel or Sheri Glover at - (815) 964-4105.