Private Event Cleveland, OH – July 9, 2025 Volunteer or Attend Speech with Founder of because I said I would
FREE EVENT: Want to hear an inspirational message and support grieving families in need?
We’re excited to announce that Alex Sheen, the founder of because I said I would, will be speaking in Cleveland, OH on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. Alex is a five-time TEDxTalk speaker, author, and internationally-recognized nonprofit leader. He will be giving an inspirational speech at this private event and a meet-and-greet table will take place afterward where merchandise table fundraiser for the charity: every $1,500 is the equivalent of sponsoring a grieving family for a resiliency and mental health retreat at our 92-acre camp!
LOCATION: Cleveland, OH. The exact address will only be given to confirmed attendees
Two ways to attend this Private Event:
Option #1). Volunteer + Attend the Speech
Join us as a volunteer and help make a real impact! Your role is simple— help set up a merchandise and meet & greet table and then accept donations using a simple credit card machine! Each volunteer helps us raise about $500. As a volunteer, you’ll get to attend the speech, receive a free because I said I would T-shirt, and have any parking fees reimbursed. Below is the volunteer schedule for this specific event:
- 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM Arrive At Venue And Park
1:15 PM – 1:30 PM Locate All Boxes
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM Set Up Merchandise Table
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Attend Alex Sheen’S Speech
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Work Merchandise Table
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM Pack Up Merchandise Table
4:00 PM – 4:15 PM Take Boxes To Shipment Location
Option #2). Attend Just the Speech as a Guest (No volunteering)
Short on time but still want to hear Alex’s inspiring message? Choose a guest ticket to attend the speech without any volunteer responsibilities. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in:
- 1:15 PM-2:00 PM Arrive At Venue And Park
2:00 PM-3:00 PM Attend Alex Sheen’S Speech
3:00 PM-3:30 PM Attend Meet & Greet (optional) Depart Venue
Please Note:
- Both options are open to individuals 18 years and older.
- Spots are VERY limited. We apologize in advance if tickets run out.
- There is no cost for either ticket.
Have questions? Email [email protected]