Sunbury Oromocto Park’s First Annual FLOAT-A-THON
A Fun & Unique Back-to-School Fundraiser
Saturday, August 23, 2025 starting at 11am
What Is the Float-a-thon?
Float-a-thon is a floating endurance challenge and fundraiser—think walk-a-thon or dance-a-thon, but with a twist! Teams of 2 to 4 people will float together on inflatables, paddleboards, canoes, or kayaks (no motorized boats/toys allowed) and collect donations from family, friends, and community members in support of a great cause!
The goal? Stay floating on the lake as long as possible—the last team remaining on the water wins! There will also be a prize for the team who raises the most money!
Teams must register in advance before the day of the event!
Why Are We Fundraising?
This event supports the Oromocto Food Bank’s Back-to-School Backpack Program.
Every dollar raised will go directly toward providing local students with backpacks and essential school supplies for the new school year.
This amazing program helps students in Oromocto and surrounding communities like Geary, Burton, Gagetown, The Junction, and more—covering Kindergarten through Grade 12.
Let’s work together to raise as much as we can to help local kids start the year ready to learn!
Prizes & Donations:
We’re asking local businesses and community members to donate prizes, gift cards, or fun items for the winning team—so we can celebrate their efforts without using any of the donated funds for the cause itself.
All prize donors will be publicly recognized at the event and on our social media!
There will be two prizes, one for the team who outlasts the rest on the water, and one for the team who raises the most money!
How to Participate:
Form a team of 2–4 people
Register your team by emailing us at
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When registering, please provide:
Your team name
Names of all team members (2 to 4 people)
A phone number for the team lead
An email for the team lead
Once your team is registered you can start collecting donations from friends, family, and local supporters (don’t forget to track everything using our donation tracking sheet—just email us to get yours!). Then, simply bring your completed sheet and all donations to our donation collection station on event day!
Bring your float (inflatable, paddleboard, kayak, or canoe)
Float as long as you can on August 23—last team afloat wins!
Event Details:
Date:
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Time:
Check-in opens at 10 AM | Competition begins at 11 AM
Location:
Sunbury Oromocto Park Beach (just outside Oromocto)
Spectators:
Not floating but want to join the fun? Spectators are welcome! A $10 day pass is required for anyone coming to watch (unless you're registered to participate—registered teams do not need to pay a day pass).
Want to Support Without Floating?
If you’d like to contribute but don’t plan to float, you’re welcome to stop by our Donation Station on the day of the event to drop off a monetary donation or school supplies!
Rentals Available: Don’t have a float? Rentals of paddleboards and canoes are available on-site (limited quantity).
Questions or Donations?
Email:
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Phone:506-357-3708
Social Media: @sunburyoromoctopark
Let’s come together to support our students and have some floating fun!
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More details on how to register and collect donations will be coming soon!
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