Host an Event

Hosting your own event is a great way to support GP2C because you can invite all your friends to do it with you. We have some ideas for you below that others have done, and we encourage you to create something new.

Whichever you choose, we’re here to help make your event successful. We either have the resources on-hand or can help you with an event logo and all promotional materials including posters, tickets, postcards, t-shirt design and more!

When you’re ready to start planning your event Contact -Kristi at kristi@gp2c.org or 904-277-2628.

Event Ideas

Virtual Run

With the limitations we are all under it is proving difficult to host face to face events. Try out this super easy and fun option! We have a helpful guide to walk you through the simple steps to plan a Virtual Run. If you have any questions, email kristi@gp2c.org.

Rockin’ for Rett

This can be something you host at a restaurant/bar, all the way to a formal sit-down event. You can have a DJ, just one musician, a band, two bands or have a battle of the bands. The entire purpose for a Rockin’ for Rett event is to get your family, friends and supporters together, throw in some great music and maybe a raffle and have FUN! No matter what venue you decide on, this event is sure to be ROCKIN’!

5K or 10K Run

Do you like to run or walk? Have a community that would enjoy all getting together for a great cause? How about hosting a 5K or 10K run? We can help guide you through the steps of planning and executing a great event!

Golf for a Cure

Want an opportunity for your favorite golfer to get in the swing of things? Then “Golf for a Cure” is the ideal fundraiser for you! It is a chance for you combine golf, lunch and/or dinner, and maybe even a silent auction or raffle….all while raising funds for Rett Syndrome.

Cocktails for a Cure

White? Red? No matter your favorite, you can host a “Cocktails for a Cure” event guaranteed to raise everyone’s spirits while raising awareness and funds for Rett Syndrome! Contact your local winery or favorite restaurant and let’s raise our glasses for OUR girls and boys!

Relax 4 Rett

Do you and your network like to relax and rejuvinate? How about hosting a Relax 4 Rett event? Contact your local Yoga Studio and set up a give back night of refreshments and yoga. You can include some raffle items to raise additional funds, All while relaxing and enjoying a great time!

Kendra Scott Gives Back

The Kendra Gives Back community-giving program is amazing and simple! They provide you the social media invitation, sips & sweets and you can even create a custom piece of jewelry named after your special Rett kiddo. They will donate 20% of the proceeds to Girl Power 2 Cure and all you have to do is share with your network and go have a great time!

Belk Charity Days

Belk holds 3 Annual Charity Sales per year. Typically, in May, August and November. All you have to do is sell $5.00 tickets to be used for savings off their purchase at any Belk store nationwide to friends and family! You keep 100% of the ticket sales to be donated to Girl Power 2 Cure! Belk provides all materials including tickets, flyers and advertising! Let’s get shopping and raise funds!!

Smash Therapy

This is a new and exciting way to relieve stress and raise funds. Don’t worry though, it’s perfectly safe. They provide full protective gear so grab your friends and relieve your stress! Don’t worry about the clean-up, they will take care of that to!

Garden of Hope

Dig Deep and help us “plant” flowers to raise awareness and research funds for Rett Syndrome. Similar to the March of Dimes, we have paper icons that are signed for a $1 donation. Only we have a flower! Together these flowers create a “Garden of Hope.” You can contact your local school, restaurant, bank and more to see if they would like to partner with you to grow your garden. You can even do a virtual Garden of Hope. There are so many places and ways to be creative with a garden, let your imagination run wild!

Home Parties

Lots of Independent Consultants are more than happy to host either an on-line party or a get together at your home and donate a percentage of the sales to a non-profit. Reach out to your network and see who you know! Some popular companies are Pampered Chef, Tupperware, LuLa Roe, Tastefully Simple, Avon and more.

Facebook Fundraisers

A Facebook Fundraising campaign on behalf of Girl Power 2 Cure is an easy and great way to raise funds. Check out our quick video tutorial below – easy as 1-2-3! Be sure to link your fundraiser to Girl Power 2 Cure!

CHECK OUT THIS AMAZING TUTORIAL ON HOW TO SET UP YOUR FACEBOOK FUNDRAISER

Create Your Own!

What are you passionate about? We will help you find a way to incorporate your love for books, movies, music, sports, or hobbies into a fun-filled fundraiser!

Contact Kristi Harkey: kristi@gp2c.org or 904-277-2628 for more information on events!