11–16Crew November Handbook 2018 Wentworth to Waikerie
Major Sponsor
www.mightyriverrun.org.au
1 Contents 3 Welcome to the 2018 Mighty River Run
4 The Difference you Make
5 Event Details
6 A Few Important Things to Know
8 Your Guide to Fundraising
9 Fundraising Online...But How?
10 Helpful Tools to Get the Word Out
11 Fundraising: Break it Down
12 Holding an Event
13 Other Tips and Ideas
14 Cool Stuff up for Grabs
15 Contact and Sponsors
2 Welcome A Message from JR, Russell and Snowy We came up with the idea of the Mighty River Run in 2007, to to the 2018 make a difference to the lives of kids and their families in South Australia. We are delighted to see that through the help of Mighty people like you, the event continues to grow and have such a positive impact on the Novita community. It’s also been great to River Run! be able to meet amazing crews, like yours – we certainly couldn’t do it without you.
If this is your first Mighty River Run, welcome aboard! If you are Firstly, thank you for registering to be part of this year’s Mighty back for another year, thank you for your continued support. River Run – a fun and social 6-day boating adventure on the This event is what it is because of you, so keep up the good work, spectacular Murray River! have fun and enjoy your fundraising! This iconic event, brought to Novita by our dedicated event This year promises to be an exciting event supporting SA kids, Patrons, John Riddell (JR), Jason ‘Snowy‘ Carter and Russell Ebert, teens and young adults living with disability. Let’s join together is now in its 12th year. The Mighty River Run is Novita’s biggest to make this Mighty River Run the biggest and best one ever! fundraiser and over the years funds raised through the event have helped to support tens of thousands of kids, teens and Cheers young adults living with disability in South Australia. This is an incredible achievement and I would like to say a special thank JR, Russell and Snowy you to those crews who have been supporting this event for many years.
The introduction of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has brought about transformational change for the disability sector. This means the last year has seen a lot of change for Novita. It is so vitally important that people living with disability have access to the services they need to lead fulfilling lives within their local community, and we want to help more people access our innovative supports, services and equipment, closer to home.
One of our primary focuses has been on the expansion of our regional services. Last year we officially opened hubs in Whyalla and Port Lincoln, in May we opened a new hub in Murray Bridge and exciting plans are underway for Broken Hill. With a surge in demand for disability services through the NDIS we are able to respond by expanding our scope of services in regional areas whilst still being supported by Novita’s specialists in Adelaide.
We’re committed to ensuring Novita kids, teens and young adults have access to and receive the very best support, and can choose services that are tailored for their particular needs. This could not have been achieved without your valuable ongoing support, so again, thank you. Enjoy the run in November and I will see you there!
Kind regards
Greg Ward Chief Executive Officer
3 The difference In the next 12 months alone, you make it is projected that there will be a 22.8%* increase in young people About Novita in regional areas living with disability Novita provides child development, rehabilitation and disability services to more than 2,500 young people living with disability, needing our help. as well as support for their families and carers. We support * NDIS Market Position Statement - SA June 2016 kids, teens and young people throughout their childhood and adolescent years, in Adelaide, regional South Australia and beyond.
Our aim is to help all children and young people living with disability to enjoy every aspect of their lives – whether at home, at kindergarten, primary or high school, in the playground or on the sports field – and allow them to discover their full potential.
Through support from amazing people like you, and our broader work with families and communities, Novita’s life-changing services have a direct impact on thousands of South Australians.
The impact of your fundraising
The funds you raise will help the expansion of services to meet the growing community need, with new regional hubs in Murray Bridge and Broken Hill, as well as extending our range of rehabilitation services at our regional hubs in Port Lincoln and Whyalla.
Together, we can change the lives of thousands of South Australian kids and their families just like Chloe.
Meet Chloe Chloe is a beautiful and determined girl who lives with cerebral palsy. When Chloe first started with Novita, her mobility and speech was minimal. But gradually, Chloe built relationships with her therapists and she was able to train her muscles to use a knife and fork, to walk and talk.
“These are all fantastic improvements for Chloe, building her confidence, muscle strength and giving her new skills. And none of this would have been possible without Novita and the generous support of people like you.” says Tim, Chloe’s dad.
4 Event details WENTWORTH TO WAIKERIE The Route
WENTWORTH TO WAIKERIE
Sunday 11 November S N 11 NO Opening night dinner at Crown Hotel Crown Hotel First night at Wentworth Monday 12 November Wentworth Lunch on the side of the river On to Neds Corner Station for the night
Tuesday 13 November MON 12 NO Lunch at Devils Elbow On to Customs House for the night By the River Dinner at the Woolshed Brewery, Renmark Wednesday 14 November Neds Corner Lunch at Renmark Club On to Loxton for the night T ES 1 NO Thursday 15 November Devils Elbow Lunch at Kingston on Murray Finish at Waikerie Customs House Final night dinner at Caudo Vineyard Friday 16 November Breakfast Waikerie Holiday Park WED 1 NO Head home Renmark Club
At o ton
TH RS 1 NO ingston on urray
Caudo ineyard
Waikerie
FRI 1 NO Waikerie Holiday Park
5 A few important things to know
Your registration at a glance:
Included in fee: Not included in fee: • Campsite accommodation at each overnight stop, including • Refreshments over and above what is supplied at meal times Wentworth on the first night. Participants need to bring their • Fuel (Novita will coordinate fuel collection at each overnight own swags stop). This will be invoiced to each captain at the conclusion • Breakfasts, lunches and dinners of the event
• Non-alcoholic beverages at breakfast and lunch. • Jerry cans Participants pay for own drinks during dinner • Additional activities • Entertainment and day activities during the event • Transport of boat, crew and equipment to and from Wentworth • Novita event management • Marine radio • Transport of your bedding and personal items along the • Fishing equipment route (no vehicles or alcohol) • Camping and sleeping gear • An event polo shirt for each registered crew member • Upgraded accommodation i.e. cabin style bedding, can be • Security for boats at each overnight mooring supplied on request (costs apply). Linen will be provided • Shuttle service for nominated crew member to enable car with upgraded accommodation and trailer drop off – Waikerie to Wentworth • Water sport equipment (no powered water pumps permitted) • Storage of cars and trailers at Waikerie. • Clothing, personal products, towels etc.
Activities and Entertainment Boat Requirements
A fun range of activities are planned to keep you entertained both Each boat is required to be seaworthy, as legislated by the on and off the water. This is included within your registration fee. Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure. In addition As the event draws closer we will share with you if you need to boats must be registered for the duration of the 2018 event. consider any special extras such as dress ups. The vessel needs to be at least 4m in length, and must be capable of cruising at a minimum of 30km/h in mild conditions. Wave runners, jet skis and other personal powered water craft are not permitted on the Mighty River Run. Boats must carry the minimum regulated safety equipment that is required within the Murray River as legislated by the Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure.
Each boat must also carry the following: • Four fenders
• Suitable tow-line (min of 20m)
• Mooring ropes
• Two plastic jerry cans (not required to carry on-board boat)
• First aid kit
• Fire extinguisher
• Suitable boat insurance and public liability cover.
6 Some more things to know… Additional Crew Fuel
Boats must be surveyed to carry all passengers attending the At each overnight stop crews will have an opportunity to pre-order event, and also carry sufficient safety equipment equal to the fuel for the following day. Fuel ordered can be collected by number of people on the boat. An administration fee ($100) will a designated crew member either that night or the following be charged where people are interchanged with original crew morning prior to the Captain’s Briefing. The Novita event crew members during the event, regardless of the number of days will advise when and where collection will occur. they participate. Fuel containers must be emptied prior to departure on that day’s Fishing Licences travel and returned to the fuel collection site. Fuel can be ordered in 20 litre increments. This will be charged at $2.00 per litre and is Crews fishing during the 2018 Mighty River Run event must payable at the conclusion of the event. ensure they have obtained the appropriate licences within South Australia, NSW and Victoria. Crews must also be aware of the Jerry cans provided to Novita will be used by the organisation relevant rules and regulations for capture of fish, crustaceans and randomly. This means that you are unlikely to receive fuel in the other wildlife that might be protected by limitations of their containers provided. Please mark your jerry cans clearly so at the end capture – including devices used. Novita is not responsible for of the event you can collect your own can to take home with you. securing licences for fishing or game hunting during the 2018 Mighty River Run. Additionally Novita cannot hold any stocks of Ice captured fish, crustaceans or game on behalf of participating crews. Novita will purchase ice on your behalf at each stop. Ice must be ordered at the registration desk upon your arrival at your Accommodation afternoon stop (which will be your overnight location for that day). Your registration fee will cover swag accommodation for each Ice will be purchased and made available with fuel collection night of the run. Please advise Novita if you have organised your each morning. Ice will be billed to your crew at $5 per bag, own accommodation or you would like upgraded accommodation payable at the conclusion of the event. at any of these locations as soon as possible.
Sunday 11 November – Willow Bend Caravan Park, Wentworth
Monday 12 November – Neds Corner Station
Tuesday 13 November – Customs House, Renmark
Wednesday 14 November – Big 4 Caravan Park, Loxton
Thursday 15 November – Waikerie Holiday Park, Waikerie
Should you require additional services and/or facilities, please let the event crew at Novita know by emailing [email protected] no later than Friday 5 October. Bookings after this date will be your responsibility and Novita cannot guarantee availability.
7 Your guide SCHEDULE DUE BY to fundraising $550 Registration fee Paid at time of registration ($575 after July 13) The 2018 Mighty River Run is a fundraising event, raising money to support kids, teens and young adults living with disability. Fundraising total equals 1st September 2018 There is a minimum fundraising amount of $6,000 per crew, a minimum of $3,000 however crews are encouraged to raise additional funds – it’s for the kids! Fundraising total equals 26th October 2018 See fundraising schedule (right). a minimum of $6,000
Where to start 1. Set your fundraising goal Fundraising is about having fun, The first thing you need to decide with your crew is if you are thinking outside the box and raising going to aim for the minimum fundraising or aim a little higher heaps for kids living with disability and smash your fundraising! Let’s be honest, everyone wants the title of the highest fundraising crew on the run and you will in South Australia. get a special flag for your boat to show off as bragging rights!
2. Have a plan As they say, failing to plan is planning to fail. Make sure you and your crew meet up to discuss what you want to do to reach your fundraising goal. Support each other and you’ll smash your target! See how to break it down on page 9.
3. Personalise your online fundraising page Add a picture to your page and add a message in the ’My Story Section‘. Let everyone know why you and your crew got involved with the Mighty River Run and why Novita is a cause you want to support.
4. Donate to yourself Show your commitment and get the ball rolling by making a donation to your own online fundraising page. The higher the first donation, the higher the average amount so donate $50 or $100 or more to set the standard for all donations that follow.
8 Fundraising online… but how? Here are a few helpful tips to increase your fundraising online:
• Keep your page updated: Update your page with a picture of your crew from a previous event or social gathering so people know who they are donating to. Also include a message on why you got involved with the Mighty River Run and keep posting updates on your fundraising activities.
• Change your goal: If you reach your fundraising goal before the event, keep going and increase your goal!
• Use social media: Share your page regularly on Facebook to let your friends and family know what you are doing and why. Also, don’t be afraid to ask people to share your page too!
• Don’t forget email: Personally email your family and friends and include a link to your online fundraising page. No one is off-limits so send it to as many people as you can to raise even more funds! Don’t be scared to send reminder emails either as sometimes people do genuinely just forget.
• Use our hashtags: We encourage you to regularly post fundraising updates on social media to keep your family and friends up to date with how you are going. Connect with other crews by using #mightyriverrun when you post.
Meet Dan Dan is a funny, cheeky and determined boy who lives with congenital muscular dystrophy. Dan has been a Novita kid since just after his first birthday and receives physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech pathology services. He is also provided with various pieces of equipment that enable him to do things like walk and communicate.
“This degree of independence and inclusion is a big deal to a little boy,” says Carol, Dan’s mum.
9 Helpful tools to get the word out...
Some messaging to use on email
Subject line: I’m proudly supporting Novita and helping kids in need!
Dear
I have decided to fundraise for Novita and support kids living with disability in South Australia by joining the Mighty River Run this November. This cause means a lot to me
Novita provides child development, rehabilitation and disability services to kids, as well as support for their families and carers throughout SA and Broken Hill.
I would really appreciate it if you would support me by donating to my fundraising page
• $27 will help fund valuable occupational therapy tools to teach a child how to communicate
• $62 will help fund vital gym equipment to teach a child how to walk
• $105 will help fund specialised assessment kits to determine an intervention program that is more responsive to each child.
You can donate at my fundraising page by clicking this link –
Thanks in advance for your support. Together, we can help Novita kids to discover their full potential!
Some messaging to use on social media
There are thousands of kids, teens and young adults in South Australia who need our help. I’m taking part in the 2018 Mighty River Run to raise funds for Novita who provide child development, Don’t forget: Always include a link rehabilitation and disability services to kids, as well as support to the online fundraising page when for their families and carers. Please donate to support me today – it would mean so much to me! you post or send your message and remember to include fun content I’m supporting kids living with disability by taking part in Novita’s 2018 Mighty River Run. It would mean so much if you could as well. E.g. Pictures of past events, make a donation to my page and help me and my crew raise you and your kids working on your <$Fundraising goal>. Every little bit counts – thanks! boat, etc.
10 Break it down The best way to reach your goal is to have a plan. Have your crew over for a BBQ and a bevy and start brainstorming how you will reach your fundraising goal.
Here’s an example – or feel free to use it!
CREW DONATIONS Get everyone on your crew to donate $50 or $100 to their online fundraising $200+ page. This will kick start fundraising and people will be more likely to support you
ORGANISE AN EVENT Put your heads together with your crew and think of a fun event you want to $2,000+ host. Something like a trivia night at the local pub or golf day are always fun. Raise funds through a raffle, auction and a percentage of ticket sales.
HAVE A WORD BAN Have some fun with your colleagues and choose a word that you think will $50+ be said a lot like ’meeting‘ or a common word in your organisation. Fine $5 for whoever says the word.
JELLY BEAN GUESS This is easy at your local sports club or workplace. Fill a jar with lots of jelly $50+ beans and charge a gold coin donation to guess how many there are. The winner gets to take all jelly beans home!
HOLD A GARAGE SALE Get your crew to round up all their old stuff they don’t use anymore and put $500+ a price on it. As they say, someone’s trash is another person’s treasure.
DONATIONS FROM FAMILY You will be surprised how many family and friends will see your post and want $200+ AND FRIENDS to donate to your page.
ASK YOUR WORKPLACE Or better yet, ask all your crew’s employers to dollar match to quadruple funds! $3,000+ TO DOLLAR MATCH
TOTAL $6,000+
11 Holding an event Hosting a fundraising event is a great way to raise funds and Step 2: Choose how you will raise the funds awareness for your crew, Novita and the Mighty River Run. Now you know what you are doing and when, it’s time to start It can be a simple event with 20 close mates or 100 people from thinking about how to raise funds at your event. Some ways to your community. No matter what size your event is, it will make raise money at any event include: a huge difference to Novita kids, teens and young adults. • Percentage of ticket sales Don’t know where to start? It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3… • Raffle Step 1: Decide on your event • Silent or live auction Here’s some inspiration:
• Trivia night at your local pub/footy club/netball club • Event sponsors
• Morning tea/BBQ at work • Lucky squares
• Lunch or dinner event • Games where you pay to play
• Golf Day • Mystery wine wall
• Film night • Donation boxes
• Bingo Once you and your crew have worked out what activities you will have, put together a budget to ensure you are covering costs • Cocktail Party while raising as much money as possible for Novita kids!
• Garage Sale Step 3: Promote! Promote! Promote!
Now you have decided on what type of event your crew wants It’s all good to have everything organised for the event but you to hold, pick the date, time, venue and fundraising goal. have to get the people there. Here’s how to promote your event to make it a success:
• Create a Facebook event and invite your friends and family Top Tip: Tell suppliers it’s a charity and get them to invite people too
event and ask for a discount on venue • Use our downloadable posters at mightyriverrun.org.au hire, food, drinks etc. Don’t be afraid to promote your event
to ask. Trust us, it works! Novita can • Talk to your local newspaper to see if they will give you some organise a letter for you to use, coverage. When pitching, think about what would be interesting if you want one. to the media such as why you got involved with the Mighty River Run and how your fundraising will help SA kids living with disability. Make sure you let us know of any upcoming media coverage by emailing [email protected]
• Personally invite people who you want at your event. Some- times an invite on social media can be missed so mention it to people when you see them next or email, private message or text your closest mates.
12 Other tips and ideas How Novita can help you • Ask your boss to dollar match what you raise. There’s no better We are here to guide and support you in your fundraising efforts way to double your impact and many businesses have a in any way that we can. Corporate and Social Responsibility Policy or Dollar Matching Novita can supply you with the following: Program as standard practice these days • Logo • Novita has donation boxes that you are welcome to utilise over the course of your fundraising. These boxes can be placed at: • Donation boxes your workplace reception or lunch room, your local supermarket, butcher, fruit ’n veg shop, your coffee shop, the pub, or at your • Pull up banner for your event kid’s school or child care centre. You will be surprised how • Donation and Goods and Services receipt books quickly small change can add up! • Raffle books • Ask your kids school if they can hold a casual clothes day or bake sale for you • Lucky squares
• Hold a BBQ at your local sports club or Bunnings on the • Posters weekend • Thank You certificate • Take on a challenge and keep growing that beard, wax your chest or pledge to shave your head once the run is completed. • Advice and idea sharing with the Novita Fundraising Team. People will pay to see you embarrass yourself!
• Have a birthday coming up? Ask for donations to your online page instead of gifts Have more questions? • Thank everyone who supports you – this is extremely Email [email protected] important! You will receive an email when someone makes a donation to your page. You can then go in and thank them or call 1300 668 482 on your page. We also have a certificate you can download to give to local businesses that support you.
13 Cool stuff up for grabs
RAISE $6,000 Get a flag for your boat.
RAISE $7,500 Accommodation Upgrade for one night (all crew members). RAISE $10,000 Dinner/Experience with ambassador. RAISE $20,000+ Accommodation Upgrade for entire trip. HIGHEST FUNDRAISER Free (captain) registration next year AND a highest fundraiser flag for your boat.
BUY A CAR THROUGH $500 towards your fundraising NORTHPOINT TOYOTA target.
Meet Sophie Sophie is a happy girl who lives with cerebral palsy, epilepsy, microcephaly, hearing loss in both ears, visual impairment and swallowing issues as a result of congenital Cytomegalovirus. Through your vital help, Novita provides Sophie with physiotherapy, speech pathology and occupational therapy services, as well as support for her family. Novita also provides equipment for Sophie.
“Without Novita, Sophie would not be where she is at today,” says Angela, Sophie’s mum.
14 Contact List
Novita On Water Manager Brent Frewen 0413 503 252
Novita On Land Manager 0456 169 640 (event week only)
Fundraising enquiries Pagen Winen [email protected] 08 8243 8213 0411 532 057
Thanks to our Sponsors
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Event Sponsors
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