PROVIDENCE – In June, the Providence Community Library will partner with Over the Edge in a fundraiser that will see members of the public rappel down the 12-story Regency Plaza in downtown Providence in support of the library.
“This is the biggest fundraiser PCL has done to date,” said Jeff Cannell, library director, in a statement. “It will be an exciting and memorable experience for the 90 rappellers, and a rewarding one for sponsors who take the opportunity to invest in such an innovative event.”
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The event, which will help raise $100,000 for the nine library branches throughout the city, will take place on June 23 at 9 a.m. and run throughout the day.
To participate, individuals must raise a minimum of $1,000 for the chance to rappel over the edge of the building. Interested persons should visit www.provcomlib.org/edge to reserve their spot and create a personal fundraising page that enables friends, family and colleagues to donate funds toward their rappelling adventure.
Over the Edge is a special events company that provides signature events for nonprofit organizations in North America. Business leaders, individuals and community members are invited to raise donations in exchange for the experience of going “over the edge” of a local building. To date, according to the library’s release, Over the Edge has raised more than $70 million for nonprofits around the world.
Emily Gowdey-Backus is a staff writer for PBN. You can follow her on Twitter @FlashGowdey or contact her via email, gowdey-backus@pbn.com.
