Pivot + Energy: Going the Distance
This year we’re going the distance with Pivot, aiming to cover 8,741 miles collectively to bring awareness to the challenges locals in Madagascar face in receiving health care.
What is the distance between Energy & Madagascar?
How many miles would I walk to deliver my baby while in labor?
6.2 Miles
If I needed a C-Section, how far would I need to travel?
15.5 Miles
The biggest cause of death in children is Malaria. How far would you have to walk for a test?
3.3 Miles
If I were a community health worker, how much would I walk every day?
6-10 Miles/day
How far would someone need to travel for cancer treatment?
249 Miles
What is the walking distance to a local health center to diagnose and treat malnutrition?
6 Miles
How far do Pivot Porters carry sick patients?
6.2 Miles
We invite everyone to log their miles from various machines around the clubs and during class on our challenge boards located in the front of the building. Between all 5 clubs we can collectively achieve a goal of 8,741 miles!
Looking back: Pivot + Energy
First-ever Pivot x Energy event! Mike, Trevor & Mike Fox led an awesome outdoor spin class. Donors sponsored participants by the mile. It was brutal and amazing.
Total Amount Raised by Energy: $10,462.14
# of Gifts: 102
# of Donors: 84
The weekend following Thanksgiving, Mike led an outdoor class. Spirits were high as we reflected on our gratitude and what we can do for others
Total Amount Raised by Energy: $16,434
# of Gifts: 74
# of Donors: 71
This was our first week-long event sponsoring Pivot! It was also the first instance that we raised funds that were going towards a specific project. That was to build a new health center in a community called Antaretra. That health center is now thriving!
Total Amount Raised by Energy: $10,135
Total with Match: $20,270
# of Gifts: 206
# of Donors: 187
Our focus this year was to raise awareness and support the activities of Pivot's social support team whose aim is to ensure patients can overcome all barriers- financial, geographical, or otherwise- to access the quality care they deserve.
Total Amount Raised by Energy: $15,335
Total with Match: $30,670
# of Gifts: 153
# of Donors: 149
This year we added the extra fun layer of competition to our Pivot + Energy week. Competitive events at all Energy clubs in addition to Les Gros Bras, a gym in Ranomafana owned by Pivot employee Haja. This year we focused on raising awareness and support of Pivot's ambulance and patient transport team.
Total Amount Raised by Energy: $18,806
Total with Match: $37,613
# of Gifts: 133
# of Donors: 129