Team FAQ

Top 20 Questions Asked of Team Captains

Being a Team Captain is an important and rewarding task. The following is a list of commonly asked questions to which you can refer when trying to keep your team informed. If we have not answered all of your questions, please feel free to call the Merlyn's Rainbow: Lupus Walk for a Cure 2005 office at 718-773-4808 at any time. Good Luck!

Q: What are the event day logistics?

A: Our fifth annual Lupus Walk is on Sunday, September 11th.  Merlyn's Rainbow: Lupus Walk for a Cure 2005 begins on Eastern Parkway and Nostrand Avenue with the opening ceremony at 8 AM and the official start of the event at 10 AM. The finish line festivities  will begin upon completion of walk.

Q: Can family members and friends join my team?

A: Yes. Men, women, children, family members, friends
and anyone else are welcome.

Q: Can I bring young children? Strollers? Rollerblades? Bikes?

A: Children of all ages are welcome and strollers are fine; so are Rollerblades. (We are expecting a large turnout, so keep this in mind before deciding to bring infants). Bikes are not permitted at the event.

Q: Why should I raise pledge money?

A: Raising pledge money is very important. Every dollar you raise contributes to our fight to find a cure for Lupus.

Q: How do I turn in my pledge money?

A: You may bring pledge money to the Pledge Drop-off area on the day of the event, or you may send money to the address listed below:

Merlyn's Rainbow: Lupus Walk for a Cure 2003

Philadelphia Church of Universal Brotherhood, Inc.
P.O. Box 491
Rockville Centre, NY 11570

Q: When do I get my T-Shirt?

A: Walkers who register before August 12th will receive their T-shirts in their walker registration packet sent to them or from their team captain immediately after they register. Walkers who register after August 12th are not guaranteed a t-shirt  All walkers, however, will receive a plastic wristband on the day of the walk.

Q: Can I decorate my T-shirt in honor or memory of someone?

A: Yes,  you can! And we encourage you to be creative. We will provide free fabric markers on the day of the walk so you can write in your own inscription. You can also tape pictures using double-sided tape that we will also provide on the day of the walk.

Q: Is there a rain date?

A: No. The event takes place rain or shine.

Q: Where do we meet our team members at the start?

A: The Team Captain should coordinate a meeting spot with their team members.

Q: Can we bring a team banner?

A: Yes, you may bring a team banner to carry as you walk.

Q: Where can I meet my team members at the finish in order to get our team photo taken?

A: There will be a pre-designated general team meeting area where you can reassemble with team members.

Q: Does my registration fee count toward my pledge collection gift?

A: Yes. The registration counts as your first pledge, but don't stop there! Raising more pledge money means larger contributions to the people working for a cure for Lupus.

Q: Is there a registration fee for children?

A: Children under the age of 3 can participate free of charge. Children are encouraged to collect pledges to understand the importance of the cause.