M&T Bank: Presenting Summit Sponsor Since Day One
For the past eight years, M&T Bank has stood beside Wakeman Boys & Girls Club as the Presenting Sponsor of Over the Edge, helping turn bold ideas into life-changing opportunities for local youth.
From the very first rappel to today, M&T Bank's commitment has helped open doors for thousands of young people across Bridgeport and Fairfield. Their investment extends far beyond a single event. It represents a shared belief that every child deserves access to a safe place, caring mentors, and opportunities to reach their full potential.
As we celebrate another year of Over the Edge, we are proud to recognize M&T Bank's unwavering leadership and partnership. Together, we are creating brighter futures, strengthening our community, and ensuring that Club Kids have every chance to succeed.
Thank you, M&T Bank, for eight years of helping youth reach new heights!
EVERY RAPPEL CREATES OPPORTUNITY.
On October 24, 2026, community members from across Fairfield County will go Over the Edge of the M&T Bank Headquarters in support of Wakeman BGC. By raising funds, participants help provide opportunities, mentorship, and life-changing experiences for local youth while taking part in one of the region's most unique fundraising events.
This isn't just a rappel. Its a chance to change lives.
HOW IT WORKS:
- Register as a Rappeller
- Create your personal Fundrazr page
- Raise a minimum of $1,000
- Rappel down the M&T Bank Headquarters
- Celebrate your impact on local youth
JOIN COMMUNITY LEADERS ALREADY TAKING ACTION!
Wakeman BGC Over the Edge participants include business professionals, community leaders, Wakeman BGC supporters, sponsor representatives, families and adventurous first-time rappellers.
No experience is necessary. Our professional Over the Edge team provides all training and safety equipment.
WHY WE GO OVER THE EDGE:
For more than 110 years, Wakeman Boys & Girls Club has helped young people build great futures through:
- Academic Success
- Health & Wellbeing
- Character & Leadership
- Life & Workforce Readiness
Every gift raised helps ensure young people have access to safe spaces, supportive relationships and opportunities to reach their full potential.
Learn more about us and the youth we serve each day at www.wakemanclub.org!
BRING YOUR TEAM OVER THE EDGE.
Looking for a unique employee/team engagement opportunity?
Form a corporate team and compete for:
- Top Fundraising Team
- Most Team Spirit
- Biggest Community Impact
Many sponsors reserve rappel spots for the employees as a team-building experience while supporting local youth. Interested in forming a team? Contact Alexis Shivers at ashivers@wakemanclub.org.
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Can you spare two minutes to save the world?
OK, two minutes might not be enough for that. But it's plenty of time for you to personalize and share a copy of our campaign.
Together we can do some good for this cause. And it won't cost you a penny—just a few minutes of your time.
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