Going to New Heights to Support Downtown Duluth

For Immediate Release

May 23, 2013

For more information contact: Kristi Stokes, 727-8549

Going to New Heights to Support Downtown Duluth

Some organizations hold silent auctions, but the Greater Downtown Council is not the silent type. Instead, the GDC is offering supporters and thrill seekers the adventure of a life-time: going OVER THE EDGE of a nine story building in Duluth’s Downtown.

A limited number of spaces are available to rappel nine stories down the Superior Street face of the Sellwood Building as part of an off-the-wall fundraiser this summer during the Sidewalk Days Festival. The GDC has teamed up with the special events company, Over the Edge, as well as presenting sponsor, Maurices, to provide this exclusive opportunity in our community on July 10th and 11th. Money raised from the event will help support retail development in Duluth’s central business district.

Over the Edge is staffed with highly trained industrial ropes specialists and already “edgers” are signing up to take on this challenge to raise pledges for Duluth’s Downtown. From politicians to business leaders and community members, anyone can take part, but space is limited. Join individuals like Mayor Don Ness, Senator Roger Reinert, Sellwood Building owner Abbot Apter and GDC president Kristi Stokes in this “urban rappel.” Or perhaps you’d just like to donate to the event so you don’t have to rappel—that’s also an option!

Check out www.downtownduluth.com to find out how you can sign up and plenty more.

Over the Edge is a special events company that provides signature events for non-profit organizations anywhere in North America and it is currently expanding globally. Business leaders, individuals and community members are invited to raise donations in exchange for the experience of going over the edge of a prominent building. This unique event generates front page news, raises thousands of dollars and provides participants with a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We are responsible for all technical aspects for the event including the insurance, professional staff, equipment. In addition, OTE provides a comprehensive Event Manual and tools to conduct a successful fund raising event. Our mission is to create a legacy with a 10 year goal to help non-profit organizations throughout North America raise $50 million dollars.