What is the Yogathon?
Yogathon is a fun yoga event that will bring together New Jersey’s vibrant,
socially and environmentally responsible community in support of Stress-Free Violence-Free
schools in NJ.
What events are parts of the Yogathon?
The highlight of the yogathon will be a Yoga session led by a professional Yoga teacher and an awards ceremony to honor local heroes! For details, see our Event Information
page.
Do I have to make a pledge to participate in Yogathon?
Registration fee is $15. There is no minimum amount but we encourage everyone to raise at
least $200. Any amount you raise is greatly needed and appreciated.
What is the Yogathon in aid of?
All funds raised from this event go towards the IAHV Stress-Free Violence-Free
Schools Initiative, which includes IAHV’s innovative life skills workshop, the
Youth Empowerment Seminar (YES!) for High Schools.
How does the pledge process work?
It’s very simple – first, you register for the Yogathon as an
individual, or
start a team, or
join a team for a nominal registration
fee of $15. Then, you simply invite all of your friends, family, and coworkers
to contribute to your pledge fund. There is no minimum amount that you have to raise but
we encourage everyone to raise at least $200. Any amount you raise is greatly needed and appreciated.
How can I raise funds for Yogathon?
It’s easy! We provide you with fundraising tips and tools including your own
personalized web page where your friends and well wishers can donate towards
your personal pledge.
Can I form a team to join the Yogathon?
Definitely! Get your friends together, form a team, and set a collective target
to raise as a team.
I have never done Yoga. Can I still participate in the Yogathon?
Abolutely! The Yogathon is for everyone, from a seasoned yogi to a beginner.
Can my kids participate in the Yogathon?
Kids are welcome to the event; we ask that children above 12 years old register
to participate.
What is the cause for which the funds raised from the Yogathon will be utilized?
The funds raised from this event will help youth in high schools take the innovative
YES! (Youth Empowerment Seminar) program - a complete life skills workshop that focuses
on the academic, social, and personal development of high school youth. Our goal
is to create Stress-Free Violence-Free High Schools. Funds will also be used for proven stress-reduction programs for New Jersey veterans.
How many people are likely to attend the event?
We are expecting several hundred to be part of the Yogathon.
I'm a yoga novice. Will I learn some new yoga at the Yogathon?
This is fun community event for everyone. By participating in this event not only
are you contributing to making a difference in the lives of our youth but you are
engaging in a healthy activity to improve your own life as well. You will learn
powerful Yoga, meditation & breathing techniques that can transform your life.
I am a Yoga Teacher. Can I come and teach Yoga at the Yogathon?
We invite all yoga teachers to show off their yoga chops by participating
with their students at the Yogathon.
Can I bring my friends to the event?
The Yoga fair is open to all registered Yogathoners. The registration fee is $15. You can register online in minutes.
How can I become a sponsor?
We welcome sponsorship at all levels! Please see our
sponsorship page for more information.
I have a small business. Can I advertise my product?
Yes, you can advertise your products by sponsoring the event by setting up a
booth at the event. For more details
please visit the sponsorship page.
Can a company match a donation? Will that be considered part of my pledge?
A donor's company can definitely match the contribution. Please refer to the
company's contribution matching procedures. We do ask that you reach out
to family and friends in raising funds as well to create awareness for our cause.
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