This year’s Challenge encourages neighborhoods to get involved in ways that fit their strengths, whether through event participation, raffle ticket sales, direct donations, or creative grassroots fundraisers. The neighborhood that raises the most money will receive a few perks including public recognition throughout Cranberry CUP weekend, an automatic #1 Seed in the Sunday Softball Bracket, and the honor of being known as the neighborhood that truly got behind the program. 

To maximize participation and impact, neighborhoods are encouraged to think beyond traditional fundraising. Workplace donations, block parties, garage sales, and neighborhood-led events all create opportunities to involve more people and raise more funds. By empowering your neighborhood to be creative and visible, the Challenge becomes not just a way to raise money—but a way to build pride, momentum, and lasting community connection around an incredible cause.  If you would like more information on how to participate, reach out to Rich Vozel at rvoz03@gmail.com

 

Neighborhood Challenge Point System (1 point = Set $ raised or tickets sold per event – it’s that simple! Bonuses will be offered throughout the year)

Cranberry CUP Qualifying Fundraising Activities & Events:

• Giving Tuesday donations to the "Become an Elf" Campaign 

  • Every $40 Donated = 1 Point, For Every $200 Raised = 3 BONUS Points

• Good Friday Golf Outing participation & sponsorships

  • Individual Player = 1 Point, Foursome = 5 points 

  • Sponsorship Item Points to follow closer to the event

• Wine Tasting Event ticket sales & sponsorships

  • Ticket Purchase = 1 Point, Four Tickets Purchased = 5 points 

  • Sponsorship Item Points to follow closer to the event

• Kick-Off Party attendance, sponsorships & basket donations 

  • Ticket Purchase = 1 Point, Four Tickets Purchased = 5 points 

  • Sponsorship/Basket Item Points to follow closer to the event

• Cranberry CUP Golf Classic participation & sponsorships

  • Individual Player = 1 Point, Foursome = 5 points 

  • Sponsorship Item Points to follow closer to the event

• Softball raffle tickets(Extra Ticket Sales) 

  • Every $50 Sold = 1 Point, For Every $500 = 5 Bonus Points

• Entering a neighborhood softball team = 5 Points

• FREE STYLE - create your own fundraiser for your neighborhood - Every $50 Raised = 1 Point (Food sale, corn hole, super bowl pools, etc.)

Prizes for the Winning Neighborhood:

• Automatic #1 overall seed in the Sunday Softball championship bracket

• NO 8:00 AM softball games all weekend (sleep in, champions!)

• First choice of field for ALL Saturday pool-play games

• The official Neighborhood Challenge Trophy

• Eternal bragging rights (and probably a parade down your street)