Jump for Joy” Double Dutch Tournament & Wellness Fair
🎯 Purpose
To raise funds and awareness for postpartum mental health programs, while promoting family bonding, youth empowerment, and community wellness through movement and fun competitiion.
🏆 Event Overview
Event Name: Jump for Joy: Double Dutch Tournament & Wellness Fair
Date: TBD (suggested: Spring or Summer weekend)
Location: Local park, community center gym, or school field
Hosted by: Kalaya’s Destiny
Benefiting: Postpartum mental health services and family wellness programs
💡Concept
Teams of 3 (2 turners, 1 jumper) compete in Double Dutch challenges that test skill, creativity, and teamwork. The event includes family divisions, youth divisions, and a “Mom & Me” category that encourages mothers and children to jump together — symbolizing strength, rhythm, and resilience through movement.
🎟️ Registration & Fundraising
Category Fee Includes
Youth Team (ages 8–17) $25/team T-shirts + snacks
Adult Team $40/team T-shirts + entry to wellness raffle
Mom & Me Division Free with donation Keepsake photo + gift bag
Vendor Booth $100 Table, chairs, and promotion
Sponsorship $250–$2,500 tiers Logo placement, stage mention, VIP access
Add-on Idea: Each team can raise extra funds by collecting pledges for every completed jump or minute jumped (“sponsor-a-jump” challenge).
🧘🏾♀️ Side Activities & Attractions
- Wellness Zone: Mini sessions in yoga, Zumba, and guided meditation for moms.
- Kids’ Corner: Bounce house, face painting, and jump rope lessons by local youth leaders.
- Resource Row: Maternal and mental health booths offering resources, screenings, and giveaways.
- Vendor Market: Local food trucks, mom-owned businesses, and community nonprofits.
- Live DJ & Performances: Youth dance troupes, spoken word, and local choirs.
- “Jump for Joy” Challenge: Open to the public for fun prizes (longest jumps, coolest tricks, most team spirit).
🎁 Prizes & Awards
Category Prize
Best Team Routine Trophy + $100 gift card
Most Creative Jumps $75 gift card
Mom & Me Champions Spa basket + framed photo
Spirit of Kalaya’s Destiny Award Recognition for resilience & teamwork
💬 Community Impact
Funds raised will go toward:
- Free postpartum support groups
- Maternal mental health workshops
- “Nourish & Nurture” family food program
- Childcare stipends for mothers attending therapy
Each jump symbolizes the rhythm of recovery and the heartbeat of community support
📣 Marketing Plan
- Partner with local schools, churches, and youth organizations.
- Promote via Instagram, Facebook, and community radio (“Jump for Joy with Kalaya’s Destiny!”).
- Offer early-bird registration discounts and group rates.
- Create a “Jump for Joy” hashtag challenge on TikTok (record yourself jumping to raise awareness for postpartum wellness).
🕊️ Partnership Opportunities
Invite collaboration with:
- Local gyms & recreation centers (for venue or instructors)
- Mental health agencies (for info booths)
- Small businesses (for sponsorship & raffle donations)
- Schools and youth clubs (for teams and volunteers)
