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 Westerville, Ohio on Wednesday, January 15, 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: Westerville, Ohio The exact address will only be given to confirmed attendees

Two ways to attend this 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:

• 6:45 AM-6:50 AM                       ARRIVE AT VENUE AND PARK
• 6:50 AM-7:00 AM                       GET BOXES FROM ALEX
• 7:00 AM-7:50 AM                       SET UP MERCHANDISE TABLE
• 7:50 AM-8:20 AM                       ATTEND  ALEX SHEEN’S SPEECH
• 8:20 AM-8:30 AM                       WORK MERCHANDISE TABLE
• 8:30 AM-9:00 AM                       PACK UP MERCHANDISE TABLE
• 9:00 AM-9:15 AM                       TAKE BOXES TO ALEX’S CAR

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:

• 7:45 AM-7:50 AM                       ARRIVE AT VENUE PARK AND BE SEATED
• 7:50 AM-8:20 AM                       ATTEND  ALEX SHEEN’S SPEECH

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]