Events
Description
Made to Wonder: Race to End Anonymous Donation
Who: Donor-conceived people, parents, donors, professionals, family, friends and allies.
What: Donor Conceived Community founded this annual event in 2022 to create the opportunity for people to connect, share their stories, and build solidarity for ending the practice of 'anonymous' gamete donation.
Anonymous gamete donation was the industry norm in the US for decades. Sperm and egg donors were told to donate anonymously. Parents were told not to tell. As a result, countless donor-conceived people don't have access to important information about their identity, family medical history, and genetic relatives. They were Made to Wonder.
Together, we can make a future that supports the well-being of donor-conceived people! Join us!
When: October 19-20th
Option 1: Join us Sunday, Oct 20th at 9:30A at Sloan's Lake Park in DENVER, CO for our national meet-up.
Option 2: Join satellite locations in New York and LA. (Details provided with registration and "Made to Wonder" Facebook group.)
Option 3: Join us virtually on your own or with family/friends Oct 19-20th, whenever and wherever works for you!
TO JOIN:
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Register by October 6th to receive a Made to Wonder shirt in time for race day.
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Sign up for 'Made to Wonder: Race to End Anonymous Donation (Virtual + Local Meetup)'
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Join a Meet-Up Group/Team (eg. Denver, NYC, LA), plan your own, or join virtually.
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Share the event with friends & family!
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Walk/run/stroll 5K (3.1 miles)
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Celebrate your accomplishment by sharing on social media! #Madetowonder #WeAreDonorConceived #NotAnonymous
For questions about the event or organizations, email ciel@dccsupport.org
This event is sponsored by Donor Conceived Community, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. We work with community partners and allies toward a world where donor-conceived people have the option to learn the identity of the donor and relevant inherited health risks. All proceeds from this event support our nonprofit’s mission of providing support, education, and resources for donor-conceived people, parents, donors, and professionals.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Interested in Becoming an Event Sponsor?
Sponsorship is an opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to the best interests of DCP and their families and help sustain our mission to provide support, education, and resources to DCP, donors, parents, and professionals. Learn more about sponsorship options and apply here.
Since our founding in 2021, Donor Conceived Community has:
- Helped hundreds of individuals navigate their identity discoveries through weekly peer-led support groups
- Provided education and support to parents as they determine how to disclose and discuss donor conception with their children through individual consults and support groups
- Established an interdisciplinary professional community committed to learning about donor conception topics
- Consulted with numerous organizations to improve policies and practices
Please contact ciel@dccsupport.org with any questions about sponsorship or Made to Wonder. Available recognition includes logo on event t-shirt, signage, and website, social media posts, and more. (Sponsorship is only available to organizations, businesses or professionals that do not endorse/offer anonymous gamete donation. Race administrators reserve the right to decline any sponsorship offers.)
Sponsorship Levels
Gold: $5000
Silver: $2500
Bronze: $1000
Supporter: $250
Learn more about our sponsorship benefits and levels here.
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at http://www.donorconceivedcommunity.org/madetowonder.
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