On July 26, 2014, McMaster Athletes Care, in partnership with the Y108/CHML Children’s Fund is hosting the Steel City Amazing Race. Join the Hamilton community in supporting this inspiring day of discovery, healthy active living, and reigniting the spirit in the youth of our community!
120 youth from Boys & Girls Clubs of Hamilton and Eva Rothwell Resource Centre will join with McMaster student-athletes to race around Hamilton, experiencing important landmarks, businesses, and services in our city.
The Steel City Amazing Race will give youth a change to learn about their city, with a focus on the multiculturalism of Hamilton. As youth race around the city to important Hamilton locations, they will participate in activities that highlight health active living, teamwork, creativity, education, and interpersonal skill development. The event will also serve to facilitate breaking down barriers that youth feel prevent them from exploring post-secondary education options.
Click to Volunteer!
Contact Liz Burns
Fundraising & Events Coordinator
burnses@mcmaster.ca
905-525-9140 x21159
There are many opportunities for your business to get involved in this influential event!
| Sponsor a Child | For a donation of $50 per child, help to make this event possible for a youth, providing them with the experience of a lifetime & a t-shirt and swag bag to remember it all |
| Sponsor an Activity Station | As an opportunity to be involved in a more hands-on way, your company can sponsor a station for $1000, including signage and opportunity for your staff to participate as volunteers |
| Product Sampling & Company Sponsorship | For companies looking for brand exposure and product sampling, partner with us to support this event & see your logo on advertisements and signage at Steel City |
Total Participation:· 120 Kids (50 children from Eva Rothwell Centre and 70 children from the Boys and Girls Club of Hamilton)
· Ages 8-14
· 100 students, local “celebrities”, and community members as group leaders and volunteers
Time Frame: 9:00am – 5:30pm· 8 AM – Volunteer Briefing
· 9 AM – Youth arrive at McMaster
· 9:30 AM – Divided into groups, pep rally begins
· 10:00 AM – Race Kicks Off – 1
st Station at McMaster
· 12:30-2:00 PM - Wrap-up barbecue at Victoria Park
Starting Point: McMaster University Expose youth to a post-secondary education institute in their community.
Event Description:· Groups of 5 youth and 2 student-athletes will race around Hamilton, following specific clues to locations (chosen due to significance in Hamilton, home of a local business partner, post-secondary resources)
· At these locations, groups will be asked to successfully complete a “Road Block” activity
· Upon completion of 5 stations, youth will meet at Victoria Park, where they will work together to complete a final puzzle
· Day ends with a street party at Victoria Park where friends and family of youth, members of the Hamilton community, and all supporters are invited to join in celebrating with special guest, rapper D.O. -- with catering by Genuine Bakery
Goals:· Equality and empowerment of all youth participants
· Build important life skills among the youth
. Leave youth feeling fully capable of reaching future goals regardless of socio-economic barriers
· Foster inclusion to break down stereotypes that are often involved in bullying incidences
· Use this as a strong learning tool to educate youth about options and where they can go for support
· Develop interest in post-secondary institutions through a station visit to McMaster University
