FAQs

When and where is Pulling for Hope?

Saturday, October 4, 2025, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Check-in for teams opens at 10:00 AM
Wings of Hope (Spirit of St. Louis Airport)
18370 Wings of Hope Blvd., Chesterfield, MO 63005

How does Pulling for Hope work?

Build Your Team
Gather a team of 12 people — friends, family, co-workers, or neighbors. All participants must be 18 or older. If someone can’t make it at the last minute, don’t worry — we’ll have volunteers ready to step in and complete your team.
Register Your Team
Visit the team registration page [Jason please insert link to registration page] to get started. If you need assistance, please email Brittni Snidle at Brittni.Snidle@wingsofhope.ngo.
We’ll create your custom team fundraising page and send you a link and QR code to easily share with your network.
Fundraiser
Each team must raise a minimum of $1,000 to participate. You are not required to pay the registration fee of $1,000 at time of registering your team. You may fund-raise through your personal fundraising page to raise money for your team. The fee must be paid by October 1, 225 to participate.
Pick Up Your Packets
We will send an email to your team captain with the dates and time of packet pick-up. This is typically the week of the event. You are not required to pick up your packets in advance. You may get them the day of. Packets include your t-shirt, commemorative medal, and a waiver.

How can I be a volunteer for this event?

Please contact Lena Pak at lena.pak@wingsofhope.ngo or 636-778-5510 to ask about volunteer opportunities.

May I watch and not participate?

Yes! Pulling for Hope family friendly event open to the community. You’re invited to come cheer on the teams! There is no entry fee, but please consider a donation to support our mission of changing and saving lives through the power of aviation. We will have a spectator observation area, and portable chairs are welcome. Note: the viewing area is not covered.

What should I wear as a participant?

Gloves (leather or rubber)
Closed-toe shoes with rubber soles
Hat (for shade), sunscreen, sunglasses
Rain gear, if necessary
Event t-shirt provided by Wings of Hope

How can I be a sponsor?

Visit our sponsorship page to learn about the opportunities to support Pulling for Hope. You may also contact Brittni Snidle at Brittni.Snidle@wingsofhope.ngo or 636.778.5516.

When can we get our event shirts and packet?

Packets will be available for pick up at Wings of Hope the week of the event. Your team captain will be notified on the dates and times that packets may be picked up. The packets will contain shirts, required waivers and medals.

What if it rains?

The event will go on rain or shine. In the event of lightning or dangerous weather, it will be canceled.

Where can I access the team schedule?

The schedule will be posted on the website. Stay tuned.

I have cash and checks - where should I submit them?

Mail or drop off at Wings of Hope by October 1, 2025, to count toward your $1,000 fundraising minimum. Place in an envelope marked: Wings of Hope, Attention: Brittni Snidle, 18370 Wings of Hope Blvd., Chesterfield, MO 63005.

How will the proceeds benefit Wings of Hope?

All event proceeds support our mission of changing and saving lives through the power of aviation. Some examples of how we could use the proceeds:

To pay for flights to medical care in the U.S. or in the other nine countries we serve through our partner field bases
To support fly-in medical clinics in remote regions with no access to health care
To keep our airplanes maintained and safe for flight

What happens if my team doesn't raise the $1,000 minimum?

We are happy to charge your credit card for the remaining funds to reach the minimum.

Where should we park?

Teams and guests can park in the Wings of Hope parking lot or next door at Helicopters, Inc. (18366 Wings of Hope Blvd.). We will have volunteers helping to direct traffic.

Is this a family-friendly event?

Yes! We will have a kids activities area, food trucks, and music. It is free for the community to attend.

Will there be food and refreshments?

Yes! You may purchase food and beverages from the Food Trucks that will be on-site. Alcohol will not be served nor allowed at the event.

What are the ways I can make a Pulling for Hope donation?

Deliver/mail a check made out to Wings of Hope or cash to Wings of Hope before or on the event day, to the attention of Brittni Snidle.
Online: Pulling for Hope Registration Page
Call Brittni Snidle to make a credit-card donation over the phone at 636.778.5516.

I have more questions about Pulling for Hope.

For more questions about Pulling for Hope, please contact: Brittni Snidle at brittni.snidle@wingsofhope.ngo or 636-778-5516.

Wings of Hope, Inc.

18370 Wings of Hope Blvd.
Chesterfield, MO 63005
(800) 448-9487
(636) 537-1302
info@wingsofhope.ngo

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Contributions to Wings of Hope are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Wings of Hope's tax identification number is 43-0909606.