APRIL 9, 2017
DOWNTOWN | DES MOINES, IOWA
85 FLOORS |1,796 STEPS
CLIMBERS: Please read inside content for
IMPORTANT DAY-OF-EVENT INFORMATION!
Day-of-Event Newsletter
NEW THIS YEAR
The 2017 Fight for Air Climb will be staged out of the
WELLMARK YMCA, located at 501 Grand Avenue, in
Downtown Des Moines. Please arrive at the YMCA at least
30 minutes prior to your wave time.
START TIMES
Start times will be assigned in waves and will be posted on
the event website and emailed to all event participants on
Wednesday, April 5th at NOON.
2530 73rd St l Des Moines, IA 50322
IMPORTANT DATES & TIMES
Friday, April 7th —
Packet Pick-Up
American Lung Association Office
2530 73rd Street | Urbandale , IA
7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 8th —
Packet Pick-Up
American Lung Association Office
2530 73rd Street | Urbandale , IA
9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Sunday, April 9th —
Event Check-In & Packet Pick-Up
Wellmark YMCA | 501 Grand Ave
Downtown, Des Moines, IA
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU CLIMB
Thanks to Our Sponsors
PRESENTING SPONSOR
BUILDING SPONSORS
MEDIA SPONSORS
EVENT SPONSORS
NATIONAL CORPORATE
TEAM PARTNER
• Climbers will meet in the lobby of the Wellmark YMCA to check in. We ask that PARTICIPANTS
ARRIVE AT LEAST 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR CLIMB TIME. This gives you time to check in,
receive your timing chip, visit Gear Check and line up to be escorted to the first building.
• Timing Chips will be given out on the day of the event. PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN A
WAIVER BEFORE RECEIVING THEIR TIMING CHIP. (Parents/guardians will need to sign for their child.)
• GEAR CHECK will be located on the first floor of the Wellmark YMCA for climbers to check any
belongings they do not wish to climb with. Please do NOT bring valuable belongings. We are not
responsible for lost or stolen items.
• YOU WILL BE ESCORTED TO THE START LINE at EMC Insurance Companies by volunteers then
directed to the Financial Center, Hub Tower and Ruan Center via the sky-walk system.
• Climbers will ONLY BE TIMED IN THE STAIRWELLS.
• VOLUNTEERS ARE LOCATED THROUGHOUT THE STAIRWELLS if you need to exit as you climb.
• WATER STATIONS are located on the sky-walk level.
• YOU CAN ONLY CLIMB EACH BUILDING ONE TIME. Your shoe chip is good for one climb only.
• GUESTS OF CLIMBERS are restricted to the sky-walk level and the lobby of the Wellmark YMCA. Guests
are welcome to join us at the Water & Cheer Stations, located throughout the skywalk.
WHERE DO YOUR DONATION
DOLLARS GO?
Program
Services
Management &
Fundraising
11%
89%
With the generous support of people like you, the
American Lung Association in Iowa saves lives by
fighting for healthy lungs and healthy air. Today,
our fight is more important than ever. 89¢ of every
dollar raised by our organization goes directly to
education, research and advocacy.
Fundraising Minimum Requirement
Climbers have until Sunday, April 9, 2017, to meet their
REQUIRED INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISING MINIMUM OF
$100. Climbers who have not met their fundraising
minimum on event day will be required to pay the
outstanding amount in order to participate in the climb.
Donations made to the American Lung Association are
non-refundable.
Matching Gifts
There is STILL TIME to DOUBLE the impact of YOUR
DONATIONS! Ask your donors to request a matching gift
application from their Human Resources department!
Awards
Awards will be mailed out after the event. For a complete
listing of awards, please visit our website.
Climb Results
Unofficial results will be posted on the event website
following the completion of the event on Sunday, April
9th. Official results will be posted no later than
Wednesday, April 12th at FightForAirClimb.org.
Are You Faster Than You
Were Last Year?
Receive your free personalized climb
time certificate at the BEAT YOUR
TIME table on the skywalk level at
the Wellmark YMCA. Please note
that there will be a delay from when
you complete your climb to when
your certificate will be ready to print.
Day-of-Event Parking
There is a public parking garage located at 4th and Grand
Ave, as well as public parking in other nearby parking
garages and on the street. Public garages and meters are
free on the weekends
The 2017 Fight for Air Climb is presented by Hubbell Realty Company
Weather Conditions
Because of the extensive planning and number of
volunteers needed for an event of this magnitude, this
event will not be postponed due to weather conditions. In
the event of a weather-related emergency, please check
FightForAirClimb.org for up-to-the-minute instructions on
what to do.
Emergency Procedures
In the event that an emergency is reported in the buildings,
you will be instructed what to do over the PA sound
system. Please follow the instructions. Do not panic!
Medical Assistance
The Des Moines Fire Department will be on site for those
who may need medical assistance. They will be located in
each building and at the Wellmark YMCA.
instructions. Do not panic!
Why Hubbell Associates Climb
“It is exhilarating! And, I have
seen the benefits firsthand as my
friend with one lung from lung
cancer fully enjoys life, in part
because of the American Lung
Association’s success in research
and programs.”
By Rick Tollakson, CEO and President
Hubbell Realty Company celebrates its 161st year in business in 2017. The world is a different place than it was in
1856, but one thing has remained strong throughout the history of our company – our commitment to giving back
to the community. One way we like to do that is to encourage our associates to get involved either by
volunteering or serving on nonprofit boards. We are proud to have two associates serving on the American Lung
Association Board of Directors. We climb to support the American Lung Association and to support these two
people as they give their time to such an incredibly important cause.
Hubbell’s first year with the climb was in 2015, when our Vice President of Property Management, John Bergman,
was serving as the Chair of the Corporate Campaign for the Climb. He asked a group of us to join him, and we did.
Some raced to the top of every building, others made it a social event at each floor. Either way, we were thrilled
to be a part of such a successful event!
John has been a part of the climb since it started 14 years ago and gets a big smile across his face when he talks
about the excitement as everyone prepares to take off for the climb. “It is exhilarating! And, I have seen the
benefits first-hand as my friend with one lung from lung cancer fully enjoys life, in part because of the Lung
Association’s success in research and programs.”
Hubbell supports another associate this year, Laura Montgomery, our long-time associate. New to the American
Lung Association board in 2015, Laura wanted to give of her time to the Lung Association to honor the memory
of her mother and the future of her daughter.
“My mother died young from COPD and
my daughter has had asthma her entire
life. The climb is American Lung
Association’s largest fundraiser of the year
– and there is still much research to be
done in the area of lung disease.” Last year
was Laura’s first climb. She is ready to go
again – and her fellow Hubbell team
members are too!
515-309-9507 | FightForAirClimb.org | [email protected]
WHERE DO YOUR DONATION
DOLLARS GO?
Program
Services
Management &
Fundraising
11%
89%
With the generous support of people like you, the
American Lung Association in Iowa saves lives by
fighting for healthy lungs and healthy air. Today,
our fight is more important than ever. 89¢ of every
dollar raised by our organization goes directly to
education, research and advocacy.
Fundraising Minimum Requirement
Climbers have until Sunday, April 9, 2017, to meet their
REQUIRED INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISING MINIMUM OF
$100. Climbers who have not met their fundraising
minimum on event day will be required to pay the
outstanding amount in order to participate in the climb.
Donations made to the American Lung Association are
non-refundable.
Matching Gifts
There is STILL TIME to DOUBLE the impact of YOUR
DONATIONS! Ask your donors to request a matching gift
application from their Human Resources department!
Awards
Awards will be mailed out after the event. For a complete
listing of awards, please visit our website.
Climb Results
Unofficial results will be posted on the event website
following the completion of the event on Sunday, April
9th. Official results will be posted no later than
Wednesday, April 12th at FightForAirClimb.org.
Are You Faster Than You
Were Last Year?
Receive your free personalized climb
time certificate at the BEAT YOUR
TIME table on the skywalk level at
the Wellmark YMCA. Please note
that there will be a delay from when
you complete your climb to when
your certificate will be ready to print.
Day-of-Event Parking
There is a public parking garage located at 4th and Grand
Ave, as well as public parking in other nearby parking
garages and on the street. Public garages and meters are
free on the weekends
The 2017 Fight for Air Climb is presented by Hubbell Realty Company
Weather Conditions
Because of the extensive planning and number of
volunteers needed for an event of this magnitude, this
event will not be postponed due to weather conditions. In
the event of a weather-related emergency, please check
FightForAirClimb.org for up-to-the-minute instructions on
what to do.
Emergency Procedures
In the event that an emergency is reported in the buildings,
you will be instructed what to do over the PA sound
system. Please follow the instructions. Do not panic!
Medical Assistance
The Des Moines Fire Department will be on site for those
who may need medical assistance. They will be located in
each building and at the Wellmark YMCA.
instructions. Do not panic!
Why Hubbell Associates Climb
“It is exhilarating! And, I have
seen the benefits firsthand as my
friend with one lung from lung
cancer fully enjoys life, in part
because of the American Lung
Association’s success in research
and programs.”
By Rick Tollakson, CEO and President
Hubbell Realty Company celebrates its 161st year in business in 2017. The world is a different place than it was in
1856, but one thing has remained strong throughout the history of our company – our commitment to giving back
to the community. One way we like to do that is to encourage our associates to get involved either by
volunteering or serving on nonprofit boards. We are proud to have two associates serving on the American Lung
Association Board of Directors. We climb to support the American Lung Association and to support these two
people as they give their time to such an incredibly important cause.
Hubbell’s first year with the climb was in 2015, when our Vice President of Property Management, John Bergman,
was serving as the Chair of the Corporate Campaign for the Climb. He asked a group of us to join him, and we did.
Some raced to the top of every building, others made it a social event at each floor. Either way, we were thrilled
to be a part of such a successful event!
John has been a part of the climb since it started 14 years ago and gets a big smile across his face when he talks
about the excitement as everyone prepares to take off for the climb. “It is exhilarating! And, I have seen the
benefits first-hand as my friend with one lung from lung cancer fully enjoys life, in part because of the Lung
Association’s success in research and programs.”
Hubbell supports another associate this year, Laura Montgomery, our long-time associate. New to the American
Lung Association board in 2015, Laura wanted to give of her time to the Lung Association to honor the memory
of her mother and the future of her daughter.
“My mother died young from COPD and
my daughter has had asthma her entire
life. The climb is American Lung
Association’s largest fundraiser of the year
– and there is still much research to be
done in the area of lung disease.” Last year
was Laura’s first climb. She is ready to go
again – and her fellow Hubbell team
members are too!
515-309-9507 | FightForAirClimb.org | [email protected]
APRIL 9, 2017
DOWNTOWN | DES MOINES, IOWA
85 FLOORS |1,796 STEPS
CLIMBERS: Please read inside content for
IMPORTANT DAY-OF-EVENT INFORMATION!
Day-of-Event Newsletter
NEW THIS YEAR
The 2017 Fight for Air Climb will be staged out of the
WELLMARK YMCA, located at 501 Grand Avenue, in
Downtown Des Moines. Please arrive at the YMCA at least
30 minutes prior to your wave time.
START TIMES
Start times will be assigned in waves and will be posted on
the event website and emailed to all event participants on
Wednesday, April 5th at NOON.
2530 73rd St l Des Moines, IA 50322
IMPORTANT DATES & TIMES
Friday, April 7th —
Packet Pick-Up
American Lung Association Office
2530 73rd Street | Urbandale , IA
7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 8th —
Packet Pick-Up
American Lung Association Office
2530 73rd Street | Urbandale , IA
9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Sunday, April 9th —
Event Check-In & Packet Pick-Up
Wellmark YMCA | 501 Grand Ave
Downtown, Des Moines, IA
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU CLIMB
Thanks to Our Sponsors
PRESENTING SPONSOR
BUILDING SPONSORS
MEDIA SPONSORS
EVENT SPONSORS
NATIONAL CORPORATE
TEAM PARTNER
• Climbers will meet in the lobby of the Wellmark YMCA to check in. We ask that PARTICIPANTS
ARRIVE AT LEAST 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR CLIMB TIME. This gives you time to check in,
receive your timing chip, visit Gear Check and line up to be escorted to the first building.
• Timing Chips will be given out on the day of the event. PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN A
WAIVER BEFORE RECEIVING THEIR TIMING CHIP. (Parents/guardians will need to sign for their child.)
• GEAR CHECK will be located on the first floor of the Wellmark YMCA for climbers to check any
belongings they do not wish to climb with. Please do NOT bring valuable belongings. We are not
responsible for lost or stolen items.
• YOU WILL BE ESCORTED TO THE START LINE at EMC Insurance Companies by volunteers then
directed to the Financial Center, Hub Tower and Ruan Center via the sky-walk system.
• Climbers will ONLY BE TIMED IN THE STAIRWELLS.
• VOLUNTEERS ARE LOCATED THROUGHOUT THE STAIRWELLS if you need to exit as you climb.
• WATER STATIONS are located on the sky-walk level.
• YOU CAN ONLY CLIMB EACH BUILDING ONE TIME. Your shoe chip is good for one climb only.
• GUESTS OF CLIMBERS are restricted to the sky-walk level and the lobby of the Wellmark YMCA. Guests
are welcome to join us at the Water & Cheer Stations, located throughout the skywalk.