Q: WHEN ARE THIS YEAR’S walkMS EVENTS?
A:
March 15, 2008
ORLANDO TAMPA
Lake Eola at Thornton Park Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo
Corner of Lake Eola Dr. and Robinson Av. 1101 W. Sligh Ave.
Check-in 8:00 am Check-in 5:30 pm
Walk begins 9:00 am Walk begins 6:30 pm
March 29, 2008
COCOA LADY LAKE
Riverfront Park at Cocoa Village The Villages Polo Field
430 Delannoy Ave 700 Buena Vista Blvd.
Check-in 8:00 am Check-in 8:00 am
Walk begins 9:00 am Walk begins 9:00 am
ST. PETERSBURG
South Straub Park
Beach Drive (next to Museum of Fine Arts)
Check-in 8:00 am
Walk begins 9:00 am
April 5, 2008
SARASOTA
JD Hamel Park at Main Street
Gulfstream Ave & US 41
Check-in 8:00 am
Walk begins 9:00 am
Q: HOW LONG IS THE walkMS?
A: Most walks offer both a 3K (1.3 miles) and 5K. All routes are fully accessible. Food & festivities are located at the start/finish areas. Refreshments are provided at rest stops along the routes.
Q: HOW CAN I REGISTER FOR THE walkMS?
* On-line at http://www.midfloridamswalks.org/ (Please encourage those with Internet access to register on-line as they will automatically be registered to receive on-line pledges as well as saving the Chapter administrative time and expenses.)
* Fax @ 407-478-8893
* Phone @ 407-478-8880 or 1-888-950-9080
* Mail: NMSS, 2701 Maitland Center Parkway, #100, Maitland, FL 32751
Q: ARE THERE ANY REGISTRATION FEES?
A: There are no registration fees for walkMS. Nationally, our average walker raises $230.00 and there is no limit to what YOU can accomplish. Top fundraisers have the opportunities to earn great prizes including the opportunity to network with top fundraisers throughout the country. Information regarding incentives and fundraising clubs can be found on the walkMS website under Participant Materials.
Q: WHEN WILL I RECEIVE FURTHER INFORMATION?
A: Your "Welcome Packet" will be mailed or emailed to you within 72 hours of receipt of your registration. Included will be valuable fundraising information and tips, a donation sheet to record your progress and information on how to form your own team. You will continue to receive ongoing support leading up to the event and the fundraising staff is available for information at any time. The Welcome Packet can also be viewed on the walkMS website under Participant Materials.
Q: I AM INTERESTED IN FORMING A TEAM.
A: Any group of FOUR or more people can form a team. At registration on-line, the first person who forms the team is automatically the Captain. Just pick your team name, and other team members will be able to search and register for your team. Teams are eligible for special prizes during our Team Week! We will be able to guide you through the process if you should need any assistance.
Q: CAN I BE ADDED TO A TEAM IF I DIDN'T INDICATE I WAS ON A TEAM WHEN I REGISTERED?
A: Yes, you can be added to a team at any time by contacting Kathy Alt at the Chapter office at 1-888-950-9080 x23 or email: kathy.alt@flc.nmss.org
Q: HOW DO I GET A T-SHIRT?
A: All walkers who raise a minimum of $125 by the day of the walk will receive an official walkMS t-shirt.
Q: WHEN DO I TURN MY PLEDGES IN?
A: Donations can be turned in anytime from now until the day of the walk. However, incentives will be announced for donations turned in prior to the event. Please remember that on-line donations help the Chapter benefit more from your donation due to administrative savings. On-line pledges can be placed through your Participant Center.
Q: WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS?
A: All walks are held rain or shine. Lace up your walking shoes, grab your contributions and form, and come enjoy the day!
Q: WILL THERE BE FOOD AND DRINKS AVAILABLE?
A: Breakfast and Snacks will be served, in addition to water stations along the routes. Plenty of water will be available.
Q: WILL THERE BE ENTERTAINMENT?
A: There will be entertainment for the entire family.
Q: IS ROLLERBLADING ALLOWED?
A: For safety reasons, rollerblading is NOT allowed.
Q: ARE BABY STROLLERS ALLOWED?
A: Yes, baby strollers are allowed, we encourage you to bring the entire family.
Q: ARE PETS ALLOWED?
A: Pets are allowed at the following walks: Cocoa, Lady Lake, Orlando, St. Petersburg and Sarasota. Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo does NOT allow pets.
Q: WILL THERE BE SCOOTERS OR WHEELCHAIRS AVAILABLE FOR USE?
A: Not available at this time.
Q: ARE THERE FUNDRAISING PRIZES?
A: Yes. Prizes are awarded after the walk based on your fundraising level. You can visit the walkMS website under Particpant Materials for a link to the prize levels and options. A coupon with prize redemption eligibility will be mailed to you at the beginning of May. T-shirts are awarded to those who raise a minimum of $125. Our VIP walkers will receive a special prize for raising $1000 by the day of the walk. Of course, in order to stretch your donation dollars, and to further help the Mid Florida Chapter, you always have the option of declining any incentive prizes. Please indicate such at registration.
Q: HOW ARE THE FUNDS THAT WE RAISE DISTRIBUTED?
A: Please click here for a chart of how our funds were distributed in 2007
GENERAL QUESTIONS:
1. I forgot my Username and Password.
Remember that your username and password are case sensitive. Click here to find your password. You will receive an e-mail with your username and password. If you still have problems, please contact our IT Services Manager, Kathy Alt at kathy.alt@flc.nmss.org
2. How do I change my Username and/or Password?
First, login to the site using your username and password. Once logged in you will see a link at the top of the page called "Update My Profile." Once in your profile, you will be able to change your contact information, e-mail address, username and password. All changes will be made to your account immediately. There is no need to sign in again.
3. How do I unsubscribe from e-mail?
Towards the bottom of each e-mail message there is a link stating, "Click Here to Unsubscribe from this E-mail Message." Click this link and follow the instructions given to unsubscribe.
ABOUT MY WALK CENTER
1. What is a Personal Page?
A personal page is an online promotional tool for your use when asking your friends and family to join your team or sponsor you by making a donation. Once you sign up for an event online, by default, you will have a personal page created for you. You have the option of personalizing this page by going to your Walk Center. You will be able to customize images, text and the style/color layout of the page.
2. By default I have a personal page, do I have to change it?
Once you sign up for an event online, by default, you will have a personal page created for you. A compelling personal page attracts and engages supporters. While you can spread the word using customized e-mail solicitations, your personal campaign page can be your own creative expression of your commitment to the cause. Customize your page by selecting the layout and style that work best for you. Utilize the elements of text, photo and status indicators to their fullest advantage.
3. How do I change my personal fundraising goal?
First, you will need to login to your Walk Center. On the bottom right side of the Walk Center home page is the location to modify your personal fundraising goal. Enter your new goal and submit the changes.
4. How do I change my team name, team division or team goal?
Only the team captain has the ability to change the team name or team division. The team captain will need to login to his/her walk center and click the "My Team Progress" button on the top right. On the Team Progress page, team captains will have the ability to update the team name, division and goal.
5. How can I see who has donated to me?
Login to the site using your Username and Password. Go to your Walk Center and click the "My Progress" tab; this will allow you to view your donor list and any amounts having been donated.
6. How can I see who is on my team?
Login to the site using your Username and Password. Go to your Walk Center and click the "Team Progress" tab; this will allow you to view your team roster and the amounts raised by each team member.
7. What is a team message?
Simply go to your Walk Center and click the "Update Message to Team" button. This will allow you to make all necessary changes to your team message.
8. What is the difference between making my personal page private or public?
By default, a personal page is Public, meaning your name will appear in the participant search list, and anyone accessing the site will be able to support you. Setting your personal page to Private means your name will not appear in the participant search list, and only people you personally invite will be able to support you.
9. How do I set up a blog on my personal page?
You can access our step-by-step guide by clicking here.
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