| Participants form teams of 10 - 15 people, taking turns walking or
running on the track for 24 hours. Teams are organized by friends, relatives, local
businesses, hospitals, schools, religious organizations, and civic groups. Each individual
is asked to raise a minimum of $100.00, and each team is asked to raise a minimum of
$1,000.00. The Relay For Life provides 24 hours of live family entertainment --
contests, karaoke, fireworks, children's games, and more! Tents are provided, and teams
bring food, grills, coolers and supplies needed to enjoy the "party with a
purpose!"
In Trumbull County we are pleased to conduct the largest relay in Ohio for the 10th
year running. We raise the most money at any single relay in the State! We are recognized
Nationally as being in the Top Ten Relays based on similar population groups.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Important Dates
How big are the tents?
How do I order my tent?
When can I get in to
setup/decorate my tent?
How can we raise money at the Relay?
If
we have a raffle at the Relay, who picks the winning ticket? When? Where?
What are the requirements
for the banner competition?
What is the Ms. Relay contest?
How much money do I have to raise
in pledges?
Can we upgrade our
team status from Silver to Gold, etc?
How can I purchase a
luminary for the luminary ceremony?
Do luminary sales count toward
our team totals?
I
know survivors. How can they become involved in the opening ceremonies?
How many survivors can I have on my
team?
What kind of designs can
we put on our team t-shirts?
How long does each walker have to walk?
How are laps calculated?
What is a companion walker?
How many companion walkers
can we have on the track?
Are there restrictions
as to what can be on the track?
What do I need to do to become
a 24-hour walker?
Do 24-hour walkers ever get a break?
Can 24-hour walker's
laps count toward our team total?
What is the Relay Kick-Off?
How many t-shirts does each team get?
Can there be all-youth teams?
How much sleep can I expect to get?
Does everyone on the team
have to stay all night?
What if the weather is bad?
Who do I contact in case of problems?
How can I become a member of the
Relay Board?
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Important
Dates
May 1-2, 2009 - Niles Relay
May 8-9, 2009 - Warren Relay
May 15-16, 2009 - Liberty Relay
June 5-6, 2009 - Cortland Relay
June 19-20, 2009 - Lordstown Relay
How big are
the tents?
See your Relay For Life Chair person for guidelines on
tent size and selection.
How
do I order my tent?
You
may order your tent through the ACS office at 330.841.4970.
When can I get in to setup/decorate my
tent?
3:00 PM for Lordstown and Cortland - 12 noon for the Niles, Warren and Liberty
Relays
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How can we raise money at the Relay?
Anything
that is legal. Previous
teams have had raffles (Indians and Scrappers tickets, bachelors), Chinese auctions, and
food sales. Just
remember that all money raised at the Relay must
be turned in at the end of the Relay.
If we
have a raffle at the Relay, who picks the winning ticket? When? Where?
Teams
are free to select anyone they want to pick the ticket. Previously,
teams have asked survivors or children. The
drawing can take place either in your tent or at the stage. Make
sure you pick the ticket with enough time to get your money turned in.
What are the requirements for
the banner competition?
There are no requirements for banners. They may be any size or
shape; however, the judging may take place from a distance so larger print may be better.
What
is the Ms. Relay contest?
The Ms. Relay contest is a beauty contest for men in drag. Contestants
appear on stage and introduce themselves. After
all contestants have been introduced, they are to collect donations in containers provided
by the American Cancer Society. The contestant
who collects the most money in a 15-minute period wins.
How much money do I have to raise in
pledges?
The team entry fee is $1000, which needs to be turned in prior to the beginning of Relay.
Once that requirement has been met, there are no additional pledge requirements. This is a
fundraising event, however - do not lose sight that we are trying to raise money to fight
cancer.
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Can we upgrade our team
status from Silver to Gold, etc?
Yes! In fact we will send out a group to post
the new sign in front of your tent. Just bring
the additional money to the administration tent.
Silver Level: $2500-$4999
Gold Level: $5000-$9999
Platinum Level: $10,000-$19,999
Diamond Level: over $20,000
Purple Level: over $50,000
How can I purchase a
luminary for the luminary ceremony?
Luminary forms can be found in the team
captain’s packet, by clicking here, or on the forms page. Fill out the form and
mail it to the American Cancer Society along with your check, or bring it to the Relay.
Do luminary sales count toward our
team totals?
No.
I know
survivors. How can they become involved in the opening ceremonies?
Simply ask them to come to Relay. There will be a survivors tent where they will be given
refreshments and a t-shirt. They will line up to participate in the opening ceremonies. If
you'd prefer, you may add them to your team’s t-shirt order, and they will be
included with your team's t-shirt order.
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How many survivors can I have on my team?
Survivors
are always welcome.
Survivors may also check in at the survivors tent at the relay prior to the opening
ceremony to receive a t-shirt and participate in the first lap. You
may order as many survivor t-shirts as necessary.
What kind of designs can we
put on our team t-shirts?
These are the t-shirts designed by the individual
teams. The
t-shirts can be customized any way you like. They
must, however, have the Relay logo somewhere on them to qualify for the best t-shirt
contest.
The logo is included in the team captain’s packet. Although not a requirement
for the best t-shirt contest, including the website address, www.trumbullrelayforlife.org
may "push" the entry ahead of another shirt which does not include the website
address.
How long does each walker have to walk?
There is no limit. Most teams schedule
their walkers in ½ hour or hour increments.
How are
laps calculated?
Keeping track of laps is only required by those teams that are participating in the
"Most Laps Contest". Team laps are
counted on the honor system and the names and lap counts are kept in a notebook provided
by Relay organizers. For the
Warren Relay, lap counting books will be available at Tent # 86 - Trumbull County
Children's Services. Only designated walker’s laps from each team count. Therefore, if four people
from a team walk 10 laps between 10PM and 11PM only ten laps count, not 40. There is only one
designated walker; the other three walkers are companion walkers. If a team is competing
for "Most Laps", laps need to be reported to the information tent every 4 hours.
What
is a companion walker?
A
companion walker is a walker whose laps do not count toward the team total.
However, their support, encouragement and company are always welcome.
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How many companion walkers
can we have on the track?
The number of companion walkers is limited
only by the capacity of the track. Anyone can walk and we want
everyone to walk. Have
your friends, co-workers and family join in.
Are there restrictions as to
what can be on the track?
Yes, of course. Each school has provided a
wonderful facility for us to walk and camp on. We need to keep it in pristine condition so
that they will welcome us back.
Therefore, we ask that there be no cars or trucks on the field or track. Also, no bicycles,
skateboards, scooters, or skates. Strollers and
wheelchairs are fine. Additionally, the use of tobacco products and/or alcohol is
prohibited. Pets are unfortunately not welcome at this event.
What do I need to do to become a
24-hour walker?
Your
team captain can sign you up when he fills out a team registration packet in April.
Do 24-hour walkers ever get a break?
24-hour
walkers are allowed a ten-minute break each hour to eat, nap, etc. Also, there is no one
walking during the luminary ceremony.
Can 24-hour walker's laps
count toward our team total?
Yes.
However, keep in mind that 24-hour walker’s laps will be slower than the
average walker due to fatigue. Usually, 24-hour
walkers are considered companion walkers.
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What
is the Relay Kick-Off?
The
Relay Kick Off is a party held at the MetroPlex in Liberty on Friday, April 22rd.
All Relay teams from the five Trumbull County Relays are invited.
It’s a great way to get acquainted with other teams and have fun.
There will be appetizers and dancing.
Team and survivor t-shirts are distributed at the Kick Off Party.
How many t-shirts does each team get?
Each
team gets 15 t-shirts free.
Additional t-shirts may be purchased at a nominal fee before and during the Relay.
T-shirts can be picked up at the Relay Kickoff at McMenamy’s on April 23rd.
Can
there be all-youth teams?
Absolutely. All-youth teams must have an
adult who is
personally responsible for the youth team members at the Relay at all times. The kids can be the primary
organizers, fund-raisers, walkers and workers. Youth teams must also
complete a youth team
supervision form prior to Relay.
How much sleep can I expect to get?
Very
little.
You’ll be having too much fun.
Does everyone on the team have to
stay all night?
Everyone does not have to stay all night, but the teams that have the most fun have very
high participation throughout the entire event.
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What
if the weather is bad?
The Relay goes on. Cancer doesn’t stop
when it rains or when it’s cold. Be prepared for anything. In 1999 the
temperature dropped into the thirties at night and Saturday’s weather was in the
eighties and gorgeous. One
year it never dropped below 60o but the rain started at 6:00am and didn’t
stop until 3:00pm. Bring
whatever you need to keep going throughout the Relay (rain poncho, shorts, blanket, parka,
sunscreen). Provisions
are made for severe weather. If
severe weather threatens, listen closely for instructions over the PA system. Everyone's
safety is a primary concern.
Who do I contact in case of problems?
Security,
EMS and other helpful personnel are always available at the Relay.
If you have any problems, contact the representatives in the information tent or
any Relay board member. (They will be clearly identified as STAFF).
How can I become a member of the
Relay Board?
Contact
any board member for information. Board membership
involves a one-hour meeting once a month plus whatever time is required by sub-committee
duties.
Sub-committees include, but are not limited to, logistics, ceremonies, team
recruitment, entertainment and contests.
Some sub-committees are busier than others at different times of the year. Interested
parties may call: 330.841.4970.
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