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An annual event returns to Dobbins Landing with all eyes on the Bicentennial Tower. The community raises approximately $ 45,000 to support behavioral health programs.
It is a chance to see the city of Erie in a unique way. The Over the Edge fundraiser allows courageous participants to climb approximately 130 feet from the bicentennial tower platform to the ground.
“It was extremely exciting, the view over there is absolutely stunning,†said Anjannet Gray, outpatient therapist at Safe Harbor Behavioral Health. “I chose to push back because I am passionate about mental health and stigma reduction.”
Sponsorships from local businesses and organizations participating in the event raised $ 45,000. These dollars support the community, going to LECOM Health’s Behavioral Health Achievement Center, Family Services of NW Pennsylvania, and Safe Harbor Behavioral Health.
“So many people in our community of all ages, all ages, all ages, all aspects of the social economy struggle with mental health. Often people are afraid to go and get help, â€Gray said.
Many of those who overstep have a personal connection to the cause and say it draws attention to behavioral health initiatives.
“The 55 participants, some are staff from organizations that benefit the events, board members, we have people from the community who are just thrill seekers who liked the idea of ​​collecting dollars to support their friends and family in the community, â€said Shannon Collins, Director of Production at the LECOM Achievement Center. “It’s about working together and coming together and Erie always does it so well.”
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