Frequently Asked Questions
REGISTRATION
Should I start a Team or join as an Individual?
Someone would like to join my Team but may not be able to attend the Walk. Can they still join?
Can I start a Team with 2 people?
Is there a fee to participate?
What is the deadline to register or join a team?
THE DAY OF THE WALK
Are strollers and wheelchairs allowed at the Walk?
Are bikes, rollerblades, scooters or skateboards allowed at the Walk?
Can I arrive late?
How much do I need to raise to receive a T-Shirt on Walk day?
If I don't pickup my T-Shirt at the event, can I get one mailed to me?
What happens if it rains on the day of the Walk?
What is the Walk route like?
How far do I have to Walk?
Can I bring my dog?
Will there be food?
I am part of a Team, where do I check in?
Can I register on the day of the Walk?
WALKER TOOLS
Starting a Team
Fundraising Kit
DONATIONS
Do I have to send in my donations? Can I bring them with me to the Walk?
What if people want to give me cash?
What if my donors don't want to donate online?
Do I have to fill out one donation form for each check?
Can I continue to collect donations after the Walk? Where do I send the checks?
Will the money turned in at the Walk show up on my web page and my donation report?
How long will it take before the checks I mailed show up on my page?
Where do I get donation forms?
Are donations tax deductible?
Who should checks be made payable to?
How do I find out if I am one of the Top 3 Fundraisers or Team members?
Can ALL of my dogs be crowned as 2012 Honorary Chairdogs if I am the Top Fundraiser?
MATCHING GIFTS
I think my company matches. How do I get this started?
Where do I send my matching gift form?
I submitted a form for matching gifts but do not see the donation on my page. Where is it?
ABOUT THIS SITE
Who is Blackbaud?
What is unique about this website?
Is my information secure?
What is the long website address for that I received in my confirmation receipt?
Can friends and family make a donation to a Walker by going through the main website?
Why is the "Sponsor Walker" search not finding a Walker that I know has registered?
How can I see who has donated to me?
I forgot my Username and Password. How can I find out what they are?
All of my Donors are not showing up on the scroll mechanism. Why?
Will Blackbaud put my name on various mailing lists?
SPONSORSHIPS
Is Corporate Sponsorship tax deductible?
Can sponsorship money be credited to a personal or corporate team?
REGISTRATION
Should I start a Team or join as an Individual?
If you have a friend or family member joining you, please start a Team. If you are attending alone, please join as an Individual.
Someone would like to join my Team but may not be able to attend the walk. Can they still join?
Yes, they can still support you by joining your Team and fundraising as a Team member even if they are unable to attend.
Can I start a Team with two people?
There is no minimum size for a Team. The maximum size is ten people.
Is there a fee to participate?
All dogs WALKING OR NOT must be registered in order to enter the campus. Those attending with a dog must collect or donate a minimum of $25 PER DOG or pay a $30 admission fee at the door.
Dogs can bring as many people as they'd like!
All money raised goes directly to the homeless, abused and abandoned animals cared for by the Monmouth County SPCA.
What is the deadline to register or join a Team?
Online registration will be open until noon on Friday, April 29th. You can also register on the day of the Walk for an additional fee.
THE DAY OF THE WALK
Are strollers and wheelchairs allowed at the Walk?
Yes! Even wagons for little ones (both two and four legged) are welcome.
Are bikes, rollerblades, scooters or skateboards allowed at the Walk?
For everyone's safety, we cannot allow any of these items.
Can I arrive late?
Yes. Check-in will be open until the Walk ends. Please go directly to the check-in area when you arrive.
How much do I need to raise to receive a T-Shirt on Walk day?
Volunteers will distribute shirts to participants who have raised a minimum of $50 in pledges (both pre-event and day of event donations will be counted).
If I don't pick up my T-Shirt at the event, can I get one mailed to me?
In order to reduce costs, ensuring that more dollars are directed to the mission of the Monmouth County SPCA, T-Shirts will be available on Walk day only and not mailed to participants who are unable to attend the event. Please call or email to arrange for pick up if you cannot attend.
What happens if it rains on the day of the Walk?
Raining cats and dogs? A rain date is scheduled for the following Saturday - May 6th from 10AM-3PM.
What is the Walk route like?
The routes are paved walking paths.
How far do I have to walk?
There are 2 walk routes. One is approximately ½ mile and the other is approximately 1 mile. Water stations will be set up on both routes. Walk as little or as much as you would like! It's not about how many miles you log, but the impact you will have on the lives of thousands of homeless of homeless animals throughout Monmouth County.
Can I bring my dog?
All dogs who follow the rules are welcome!
Your dog must:
- Wear a current rabies tag, license or have proof of rabies vaccinations with you on the day of the Walk or you will not be permitted to participate.
- Have current vaccinations.
- Be on a leash and wear their Dog Walk Bandana for the duration of the event.
- NOT be aggressive to people or other dogs.
- NOT be a female in heat.
Please:
- Be courteous, responsible and scoop up after your pet. Poop bags are provided to every participant.
- Use good judgment regarding the temperament of your pet so the event will be enjoyable for everyone.
- Walk the course with your dog only if both of you are conditioned for it.
- No retractable leashes or leashes over 6 feet, please!
Will there be food?
Food and beverages for both people AND their pets will be available for purchase throughout the venue.
I am part of a Team. Where do I check in?
It is best if your Team picks a time and location to meet. The Team Captain can then check the entire Team in at registration.
Can I register on the day of the Walk?
Yes, you may register on the day of the event. You will be able to start your Walk more quickly if you pre-register. Remember, pre-registration is $25 and registration at the event is $30.
Fundraising Kit
DONATIONS
Do I have to send in my donations? Can I bring them with me to the Walk?
While you can always bring your donations to the Walk, it is preferable that you mail them in as soon as you can to:
MCSPCA Dog Walk
260 Wall Street
Eatontown, NJ 07724
In order to qualify for Top Fundraising prizes, donations must be received no later than noon on Friday, April 28th.
What if people want to give me cash?
If you are able, the safest option is to send a personal check covering the full amount, along with the corresponding donation forms. We will be able to credit your friends and family for their generosity. If this is not possible, you can also always bring the cash donations and appropriate donation forms to the Walk.
What if my donors don't want to donate online?
You can always have your donors mail their donations:
MCSPCA Dog Walk
260 Wall Street
Eatontown, NJ 07724
Please have them submit the corresponding donation forms with their checks so you will be credited for your fundraising efforts.
Do I have to fill out one donation form for each check?
Yes. This is the only fail-safe way to ensure that you receive the credit you deserve for all your fundraising efforts.
Can I continue to collect donations after the Walk? Where do I send the checks?
Absolutely! Please mail donations with the appropriate donation forms to:
MCSPCA Dog Walk
260 Wall Street
Eatontown, NJ 07724
Will the money turned in at the Walk show up on my web page and my donation report?
Absolutely. If the corresponding donation forms were filled out and submitted along with your donations at the Walk, your fundraising efforts will be reflected on your web page and donation report within four weeks of the event.
How long will it take before the checks I mailed show up on my page?
Please allow two weeks for your donations to be deposited, processed and posted to your web page.
Where do I get donation forms?
Donation forms can be printed from each participant's individual webpage. The link (titled "make a donation offline") is located right under your goals.
Are donations tax-deductible?
Your gift is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by the law.
Monmouth County SPCA is a registered 501(c)3 organization. Our tax ID number is 21-0679893.
Who should checks be made payable to?
Please ask your supporters to make checks payable to MCSPCA Dog Walk.
How do I find out if I am one of the Top 3 Fundraisers or Team members?
Once all eligible pledges have been counted, the Top 3 Fundraisers and Top Team will be posted on the 2017 Dog Walk homepage no later than 5PM. The dog who collects the most pledges will be crowned 2018 Honorary Chairdog, and be featured in the logo for next year's Dog Walk!
Can ALL of my dogs be crowned as 2018 Honorary Chairdogs if I am the Top Fundraiser?
Due to logo and promotional material size constraints, the MCSPCA is only able to feature ONE dog as Honorary Chairdog each year. We understand that this may be a difficult decision for many participants, but we sincerely appreciate your consideration. Best of luck to everyone!
