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Gaudenzia Presents Over the Edge Harrisburg - Overcoming Obstacles  (2317)

09/24/2011 12:00 PM - 09/24/2011 9:00 PM

On Saturday, September 24, 2011, Gaudenzia will host Pennsylvania's first rappelling fundraiser to benefit addiction treatment & recovery services, Over the Edge Harrisburg - Overcoming Obstacles! This cool, unique event gives participants a once-in-a-lifetime
opportunity to rappell down the side of one of Harrisburg's tallest buildings, while raising money for Gaudenzia. Rappelling is by advance registration; $1,000 fundraising minimum per participant. Event sponsorships are available for this widely publicized
event. Attend Over the Edge with friends, family and coworkers and support Gaudenzia's mission. View individuals rappelling from hundreds of feet above in support of recovery...watch them overcome obstacles in tribute to individuals & families battling addiction
... PRICELESS! Food and select activities available throughout the day.


Location: To be announced

To be announced
Harrisburg, PA 17102
United States


Sponsoring Organizations: Gaudenzia, PA’s largest non-profit provider of addiction treatment and recovery services, serving over 100,000 individuals and families since 1968.


Type of Event: Sensational Rappelling Fundraiser!




Participants: 1,000



Primary Contact:
Julie Girsch
Gaudenzia; 1910 N. 2nd St.

Harrisburg, PA  17102

United States
717-579-3636



Secondary Contact:
Linda Johnsen
Gaudenzia; 1910 N. 2nd St.

Harrisburg, PA  17102

United States
717-238-4200, ext. 16



Website: http://www.gaudenzia.org






 

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