1. What is MJHS On the Move?
MJHS On the Move is a fun way to raise funds for the patients and families of MJHS. If you want to participate all you have to do is choose an activity you want to commit to, register, pledge and amount to raise, raise the funds, and crush your goal!
2. Who can participate?
Anyone.
3. Why are we doing this?
As an organization that is committed to caring for our community, this is another great opportunity to come together, enjoy each other’s company and to help raise funds for patients and families in our programs who can’t always afford the care they need at such an important time in their lives. It also helps us create more awareness about the need in our community for quality health care.
4. What does "give or get" mean?
It means that you either commit to “giving" that amount yourself or "getting" it by requesting donations from friends and family to support your goal.
5. What does someone get for participating?
Bragging rights, for starters. We will also give prizes to the top fundraisers. In addition, we will provide customized MJHS t-shirts, bibs and finishing medals on the day of the event for all participants.
6. Can I donate to my colleague's 5K page?
We absolutely encourage colleagues supporting one another. However, keep in mind the credit for the donation will go to the person who set up the giving page (not to the donor). This way, all funds donated on their page will count towards the amount they have raised. This also ensures that no gifts are double counted.
7. What happens if someone doesn't raise the minimum of $100?
When the participant registers for the race, they must pre-authorize a charge on their card. We then have the option of charging the card on file after the race for the difference. For example, if someone raised $170, we have the option to charge the card $30.
8. Can I finish a 5K?
If you're in decent health, the answer is yes. One of the reasons the event is a 5K (3.1 miles) is so that we can have the broadest participant base possible. That makes the event more fun and raises money for our mission.
9. What kind of activities can I do?
Anything that moves you! Spiritually or physically. You can choose to walk, run, bike or commit to knitting a new sweater for that adorable new nephew of yours! Anything counts!
10. Is there a minimum amount of fundraising I need to do?
Yes. There is a low mandatory minimum fundraising level of $100. Most participants easily raise more and we know you can too. We provide you with the tools to make fundraising easy (your own web page, sample e-mail, social media integration, fundraising tips, etc). Don't worry, we've got your back.
11. Are there any awards given at the event?
Yes. In addition to finisher medals for all who finish, there are awards for the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as for the top three male and female finishers in each age group and the top three fundraisers in the entire event.
12. How much of the money raised goes to MJHS Health System?
100%.
13. Is the event safe?
Our live events are permitted, licensed and coordinated with municipal enforcement officials. As a precaution, there is always at least one ambulance and/or dedicated medical professionals on-site at the event. For our virtual event, we expect everyone to take the proper precaution when performing their activity outside and masking!