LIVE LIKE HER CHALLENGE EVENT GUIDE, 2024
Welcome to Live Like Her Challenge!
The team at The Forgotten Women are thrilled you have joined us on our mission to raise $500,000 to provide more homes for homeless women over 55 years old.
A full Event Guide containing information on what to expect at the Live Like Her Challenge on Thursday 5th September 2024 will be emailed to all registered attendees prior to the event however check out our informative ‘Know Before You Go’ video and further information below.
EVENT TIMINGS
| THURSDAY | |
|---|---|
| 4.30pm | Gates Open When you arrive at the boom gates you will be greeted by traffic control volunteers who will direct you up to the designated parking areas. When you are safely parked, please proceed to the Registration/Check–in desk for sign in and collection of your attendee Tote bags. You can now prepare you car for the evening and/or head to the Particpant Hub where tea/coffee will be available. If you have not already, you can purchase a Live Like Her Challenge T–Shirt or other The Forgotten Women merchandise here. |
| 7.00pm | Get ready to move to the Participant Hub for the official proceedings (see your map for details). |
| 7.15pm | The official welcome to the event followed by some brief speeches and awards. |
| 8.00pm | End of all formalities, welcome to mingle or go back to you car to settle in for the night. |
We encourage you to make the most of this experience to truly understand what it might be like to Live Like Her. Post reflections and images on social media, make a last call for more donations, then settle in for some sleep. #LLHC2024 & #livelikeherchallenge
The Forgotten Women ask that you spare a thought for women over 55 who are living in their cars, every night. We your help, now some will not have to – thank you.
| FRIDAY | |
|---|---|
| 5am | You can depart the venue when you require. Please make sure you take all belongings and rubbish with you. Thank you for participating to help her home. |
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO?
Check your emails prior to the event for details on what to do and what to bring.
Post frequently on your social channels and use the hashtag #LLHC2024 & #livelikeherchallenge. We are keen to spread awareness and you can help us do that.
Consider drafting an SMS to your contacts to make a last–minute appeal to boost your fundraising before the end of the formalities.
Other than that, go about your normal night–time routine and think about how that works in the confined space of your car.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING?
We recommend that you bring a few things to make your evening as enjoyable as possible:
- Pillow & Blanket
- Light Torch
- Sunshade for privacy
- Snacks
- Medication
- Warm comfy clothes
- Camp chair
WHAT PRIZES ARE AVAILABLE ON THE NIGHT?
There will be prizes on the night for the following:
- Highest Team Fundraiser
- Highest Individual Fundraiser
- Highest Corporate Fundraiser – Team
- Highest Corporate Fundraiser – Individual
- Most Likes on Social Media (must use #LiveLikeHerChallenge)