homestar92 Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Ah. Yes indeed. I see it. Thank you kindly. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homestar92 Posted February 22, 2014 Share Posted February 22, 2014 This isn't totally related to Coasting for Kids, but it is somewhat, so I'll post it here. If you haven't heard of it before, Amazon Smile is a program through Amazon.com where 0.5% of every purchase goes to a charity of your choosing. To use it, just shop through smile.amazon.com instead of the normal site. All items are exactly the same price as they would normally be, so you don't pay a penny more. Give Kids the World is one of the many, many charities you can choose to benefit with your purchases, as are A Kid Again, and many of the other nonprofits that Kings Island and KICentral members have given to over the years. I know that half a percent doesn't seem like much, but look at it this way: when I graduate college, I plan on ordering a nice Nikon DSLR camera as a graduation present. With that purchase that I would have been making regardless, a charity of my choice will be given a few dollars at no additional cost to me. Seems like a pretty sweet deal if you ask me. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sikkinixx99 Posted February 22, 2014 Share Posted February 22, 2014 I will sign up when I get paid Wednesday the 26th I want to be on team KICentral. I will be a rookie at this but will do my best!! One question I have is will we ride as a team or alone? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldschool75 Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 Already to $70, My goal is $150, but I want to smash that. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKIVortex Posted April 5, 2014 Share Posted April 5, 2014 I just signed up for the event again, but decided to do it at Cedar Point this year. I have a goal if I can raise at least $300 dollars I will shave my head. http://support.gktw.org/site/TR/CoastingForKids/General?px=1003066&pg=personal&fr_id=1233 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homestar92 Posted April 6, 2014 Share Posted April 6, 2014 I just signed up for the event again, but decided to do it at Cedar Point this year. I have a goal if I can raise at least $300 dollars I will shave my head. http://support.gktw.org/site/TR/CoastingForKids/General?px=1003066&pg=personal&fr_id=1233 I set my goal at $75. I have also issued a challenge to my donors. If I double my goal, I'll sit in a wheel seat for as much of The Racer marathon as possible. If I TRIPLE my goal, I'll sit in 1-3 or 5-3 for as much of the marathon as possible. I am also accepting donations of Advil, Tylenol, Aleve, and any other relevant things to help me deal with my apparent poor decision making skills. In hindsight, I hope that everybody is just clamoring for those seats so I can't take them 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB1 Posted April 6, 2014 Share Posted April 6, 2014 It looks like I'll be going this year, I wouldn't be shocked if I rank in the upper slots of the event being a "more than likely" lone wolf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted April 7, 2014 Author Share Posted April 7, 2014 I actually have not bothered to start fundraising because I'm not sure if I'm going to do Coasting for Kids this year, even though I've already paid the registration fee. The more I think about it, the more I want to maximize the number of days this year where I can enjoy the park by myself on my own schedule, like I did in 2010 and 2011, and minimize the number of days where I stick with a group and/or do things on a predefined itinerary, as was the case with the majority of my visits to KI last year. I find the former to be more fun, and I want to recapture some of that fun this year. So I'm still thinking about it. The date is currently marked on my calendar with a question mark, and I'll make a decision either way before the end of the month. I'm just not sure whether I want to do it. Even if I don't, there's a chance I may show up that day just to cheer you guys on. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldschool75 Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 Just an update. I am giving away 2 Cincinnati Reds Fireworks Friday tickets for the May 9th game. Every $5 you donate gives you a chance to win. I am drawing the name for the tickets on May 4th. http://support.gktw.org/site/TR?px=1003190&fr_id=1236&pg=personal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dieseltech20 Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 Man, gotta miss out yet again. The date is my last day of vacation and I will be spending it driving back from Florida. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKIVortex Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 Update I've raise 326 dollars so far for Coasting For Kids at Cedar Point. Sent from my DROID RAZR HD using Tapatalk 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XGatorHead 8904 Posted April 23, 2014 Share Posted April 23, 2014 I've officially registered! This will be my 3rd year participating... it's a fun way to raise money for a great cause, and I love spending the day with some really great people every year. GKTW does a lot of good work. I love reading the monthly emails I get from them, and once GatorGirl's old enough, I'd love to volunteer down there sometime. Feel free to donate to my page if you would like! http://support.gktw.org/site/TR/CoastingForKids/General?px=1015750&pg=personal&fr_id=1236 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKIVortex Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Just wanted to give everyone an Update, I have currently as of today hit the $400 mark for Coasting for Kids at Cedar Point. I'm still seeking Donations. http://support.gktw.org/site/TR/CoastingForKids/General?px=1003066&pg=personal&fr_id=1233 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creed Bratton Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 I decided during my Hiatus to participate! I'm excited that Gator will be participating as well!Here's my page if anyone wishes to donate: http://support.gktw.org/site/TR?px=1121809&fr_id=1236&pg=personal 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 My daughter is collecting for Coasting for Kids. Please help if you can! Thank you Dee for setting her up and Michael for donating already! http://support.gktw.org/site/TR/CoastingForKids/General?px=1225213&pg=personal&fr_id=1236 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beastie1980 Posted May 15, 2014 Share Posted May 15, 2014 This is my third year to participate in Coasting for Kids and I love being able to help out the kids and their families. Here is a link to my page if anyone would like to donate. http://support.gktw.org/site/TR/CoastingForKids/General?px=1221591&pg=personal&fr_id=1236 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 My daughter is collecting for Coasting for Kids. Please help if you can! Thank you Dee for setting her up and Michael for donating already! http://support.gktw.org/site/TR/CoastingForKids/General?px=1225213&pg=personal&fr_id=1236 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Just a reminder my daughter is doing Coasting For Kids and can use your help! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopan Posted May 23, 2014 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Ok if you want to bash me for asking this question i deserve it. Im half asleep and dont have the energy to look if its been answered already, kind of a spur of the moment idea. If i were to bring my 8 year old would she need to pay the fee and raise $75 too also to participate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malem Posted May 23, 2014 Share Posted May 23, 2014 ^ Only those who register and meet the fundraising minimum by the deadline will be able to participate. Of course, others could enter the park (during public operating hours, with a valid form of admission) and join you in areas that are open to the public, but they wouldn't be able to participate in the event. (reserved coaster riding, lunch/reception, etc) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted May 23, 2014 Author Share Posted May 23, 2014 Only those who register and meet the fundraising minimum by the deadline will be able to participate. Speaking of which, I will not be participating this year. I did register when it first opened, but I never got started on fundraising, and eventually I decided that I need a year off from this event. Chances are that I will be back participating next year. As for those of you that are participating, have fun and remember what an awesome cause you're supporting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malem Posted May 23, 2014 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Speaking of which, I will not be participating this year. But you're the team captain! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted May 24, 2014 Author Share Posted May 24, 2014 Only because I was the first KICer to register. If it were possible to transfer captaincy and I knew how, I would do it. But I don't think it's possible. There's still a good chance that I will be there on the 8th to observe and cheer you guys on, but it would be as a regular park guest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creed Bratton Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 I'm gonna go ahead and leave this here in case anyone has decided they'd like to make last minute donations: http://support.gktw.org/site/TR?px=1121809&fr_id=1236&pg=personalThe event is under 2 weeks away!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedevariouseffect Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 With me staying I wouldn't mind taking Captaincy deal. I donated randomly here & there, biggest thing was if I have the event off. With enough planning I'm sure I could go through with it..sooo Give the enlisted folk a commissioned rank 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraX Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 My daughter is collecting for Coasting for Kids. Please help if you can! Thank you Dee for setting her up and Michael for donating already! http://support.gktw.org/site/TR/CoastingForKids/General?px=1225213&pg=personal&fr_id=1236 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk My daughter still needs donations. Please help her out. It's not about her doing the event but helping an awesome cause. There is no donation too small. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted May 28, 2014 Author Share Posted May 28, 2014 I need to wait until I get paid next Tuesday, then I will see about donating to a few of you. With me staying I wouldn't mind taking Captaincy deal. I donated randomly here & there, biggest thing was if I have the event off. With enough planning I'm sure I could go through with it..sooo Give the enlisted folk a commissioned rank I just looked through my participant center, and there is no option to transfer captaincy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 I need to wait until I get paid next Tuesday, then I will see about donating to a few of you. With me staying I wouldn't mind taking Captaincy deal. I donated randomly here & there, biggest thing was if I have the event off. With enough planning I'm sure I could go through with it..sooo Give the enlisted folk a commissioned rank I just looked through my participant center, and there is no option to transfer captaincy. If you want to be involved but can't do the event why don't you use your captain authority to help to ensure that others on the team have enough donations and that the internal donations are evenly spread out and things of that sort? You can still help out the team without participating, although I'm sure they'll want to see you there. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted May 28, 2014 Author Share Posted May 28, 2014 Yeah, I need to get off my lazy ass and do something eventually. And as of right now, unless something comes up, I plan to be at the park on the 8th to socialize with you guys and cheer you on; I'll just be there as a regular park guest rather than a participant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beastie1980 Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 I still have not met my minimum either, so if anyone would like to donate any amount it would be appreciated! I love participating in this event, not only because I get to hang out with my KIC family, but because it helps these amazing, deserving kids have a great trip to Orlando. Thanks to the NoChickens and JLopez for donating to my page! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedevariouseffect Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 why don't you use your captain authority to help to ensure that others on the team have enough Grab your glasses, I'll even bold it for you ^^_..Or was it directed to Goble, slightly confused. I donated randomly here & there I could only donate so much this time, I have a BGW trip, a Holiday World Trip, and possibly a CW trip this year I have yet to fully fund. I want to get my parks in this summer for sure now, especially BGW..I think this year they may take the cake as my favorite park with a few rides/tours/shows. Their lineup there is fantastic this year. Why does KI not have a coaster behind the scenes tour yet btw?? Fantastic idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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