2025 Over the Edge

How can I get Involved?

1. Rappel: Challenge yourself while making a direct impact on our community.
2. Volunteer: Be part of the action behind the scenes.
3. Sponsor: Make a lasting impact in the community while showcasing your corporate social responsibility.
4. Watch: Cheer on participants as they rappel for a cause and enjoy the entertainment.

2025 Over the Edge Sponsors

Are You Ready to Rappel?

This is your chance to experience the thrill of going Over the Edge while supporting United Way of Cumberland County. Each participant will challenge themselves to raise $1,000 before April 10th, making a difference in our community and helping us address critical needs.

What You’ll Get:

• Increased Brand Exposure – Participants and sponsors gain recognition through event promotions, social media, and community engagement, elevating their visibility.
• Thrilling Experience – Participants get a once-in-a-lifetime chance to rappel down a building in downtown Fayetteville during the Dogwood Festival.
• Supporting Local Impact – Funds raised directly support United Way’s initiatives, including education, financial stability, and health programs in the community.
• Networking Opportunities – Engage with other community leaders, philanthropists, and businesses while supporting a great cause.
• Bragging Rights – Going Over the Edge is a bold and daring challenge, giving participants a memorable achievement to share.

Get excited and start your fundraising journey today! You’ll create your personal fundraising page, utilize peer-to-peer fundraising to rally your friends and family, and experience an unforgettable adventure!

How do I participate?

1. SIGN UP BELOW to become an Participant
2. Easily set up your personal fundraising page
3. Reach the $1000 fundraising minimum before April 10th!
4. Experience the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to rappel

View the Rappeler Handbook for more information!

Volunteers Needed: 

We're looking for dedicated volunteers to join us at our Over the Edge event, held in partnership with the Dogwood Festival! Volunteers are essential to creating an unforgettable experience for participants and spectators alike.

Volunteer Shifts:

• Morning: 7:00 am - 12:30 pm
• Afternoon: 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Note: All volunteers must be available for training on Friday from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

Volunteer Roles:

• Staging Guides: Assist with guiding participants from Registration to Staging, then from Staging to Training/Roof.
• Landing Zone - Gear Runners: Help manage and transport participant gear at the landing zone.
• Roof Top Security: Monitor entrance security at the rooftop.
• Roof Top Radio: Coordinate communications on the rooftop.
• Floaters: Provide general assistance where needed throughout the event.
• Ropes Volunteers: Support our professional ropes team as needed. Ropes Volunteers are required to be available all day on event day.