Bridgeport, CT - Wakeman Boys & Girls Club and People's United Bank, N.A. a subsidiary of People's United Financial, Inc. announced today registration has opened for a community fundraising rappelling challenge on September 16. Participants will rappel off the 248 foot high People's United Bank headquarters at 850 Main St. in Bridgeport, to raise funds for and awareness of Wakeman Boys & Girls Club.
Individuals must raise a minimum of $1,000 by event day to secure one of the 76 available rappelling slots down the 16 story building. Visit otewakeman.com to learn more or register. There is a $50 registration fee that goes towards a participant's fundraising minimum, and registration is open to all.
Funds raised will support youth and teen development programs at Wakeman's three sites in Southport, Fairfield and Bridgeport, which serve more than 3,500 children and teens annually. The Club also is embarking on a new project to rebuild the former North End Boys & Girls Club on Madison Avenue in Bridgeport. There will be an opportunity for people to donate and not rappel, either by supporting another participant, becoming an event sponsor, or being a part of the VIP "Chicken Coop" (top fundraisers who prefer not to rappel over the edge).