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“Over the Edge” for Special Olympics North Carolina is an annual thrill-seeking fundraising event where participants brave the heights by rappelling down the side of a skyscraper.

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Key details of the event include:

• Location: One City Plaza in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina.

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• The Challenge: Participants rappel down 17 stories of the building.

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• Purpose: The event serves as a major fundraiser to support year-round sports training, health screenings, and leadership programs for nearly 53,000 Special Olympics athletes across the state.

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• Participation: Individuals typically commit to raising a minimum fundraising goal (such as $1,000) to secure their spot to rappel. The event also features inspiring special highlights, such as Special Olympics athletes taking on unique challenges to raise awareness and support for the cause.

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