Hosting a Dedication Game

One of the most popular ways our student-athlete campus Ambassadors and supporters raise awareness for Morgan’s Message is through “Dedication Games.” These can look different across campuses – and someone from our team will be there every step of the way – but one thing remains the same: athletes and athletic communities are actively advocating for mental and physical health to be treated equally amongst this population. 

We are continuously blown away by the creativity and passion shown at these events – no matter the size of the effort. From simple public announcement reads at games to chalking the sidewalks around the fields with words of affirmation, it is our hope that someone in attendance walks away knowing, truly, that they do not have to suffer in silence. 

Interested in hosting an event? Check out our FAQ and Dedication Game Guides below.

Dedication Game Guides

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Dedication Game Guides 〰️

  • Are you currently an At-Large Ambassador?

    YES — I Am an At-Large Ambassador

    Next Steps:

    1. Review the Dedication Game Guide

    2. Submit a Merch Request Form (2+ weeks in advance)

    3. Fill out the Meeting & Events Form

    4. Any additional questions → email atlarge@morgansmessage.org

    NO — I Am Not an At-Large Ambassador

    The good news - you do not need to be an ambassador to host an event! Find more information HEREregarding hosting and planning your Dedication Event!

    Though if you are interested: Apply to Become an At-Large Ambassador

    Best for:

    • Parents

    • Athletic Staff

    • Former student-athletes

    • Mental health advocates

    Apply here:[At-Large Ambassador Application]

    BONUS! Is there an established chapter for the team/organization you are looking to host the dedication game with?

    Yes - There is a Morgan’s Message chapter on my campus

    Morgan’s Message is a peer-to-peer program. If your school/organization already has student-athlete campus ambassador:

    • Connect with them to help organize the event

    • Support their Faculty Advisor

    • Support their leadership

    Check if your campus is already involved: www.morgansmessage.org/current-campuses

  • Are you currently a Student-Athlete Campus Ambassador?

    YES — I Am a Student-Athlete Campus Ambassador

    Next Steps:

    1. Download the Dedication Game Guide from the TadHealth Ambassador Portal

    2. Coordinate with your Faculty Advisor

    3. Reach out to your liaison for support

    4. Submit the Merch Request Form

    5. Report your event through the Meeting & Events Form

    Reminder: Dedication Games count toward your semester event requirements!

    NO — I Am Not a Student-Athlete Campus Ambassador

    The good news - you do not need to be an student-athlete campus ambassador to host an event! Find more information HEREregarding hosting and planning your Dedication Event!

    Is your school already a Morgan’s Message campus?

    YES — My School Has a Morgan’s Message Chapter

    • Reach out to your current student-athlete campus ambassador(s)

    • Ask how you can get involved

    • Apply to become an student-athlete campus ambassador if interested

    Apply here: [Campus Application Link]

    NO — My School Does NOT Have a Morgan’s Message Chapter

    The good news - you do not need to have an active chapter to host an event! Find more information HERE regarding hosting and planning your Dedication Event!

    If you are interested in bringing a Morgan’s Message chapter to your school, check out our student-athlete campus ambassador program!

    Requirements:

    • Be at least 14 years old

    • Be enrolled in high school or college

    • Identify a Faculty Advisor

    Apply here: [Student-Athlete Campus Ambassador Application]

KEY REMINDERS

  • All merchandise for dedication games must be requested a minimum of two weeks prior to the event.

  • Morgan’s Message does NOT provide free shirts or banners.

  • You may only use our logos and branding to create your own materials IF and AS LONG AS you incorporate your schools name, sport, school colors, etc. See examples ➡️

    • If you do not have a direct contact with a Morgan’s Message Student-Athlete Campus Ambassador or Liaison at your school, please email info@morgansmessage.org to request our logos.

    • Some printers require a written letter of permission. If you are a printer reading this, Morgan’s Message grants this mental health advocate permission to use our logo.

  • A liaison is assigned only to official Student-Athlete and At-Large Ambassadors.

  • All events must be reported via the Meeting & Events form for Student-Athlete Campus Ambassadors to receive credit.

  • Shine the Light On is an easy-to-use platform where you can design custom gear through one-time purchases or collections while supporting Morgan’s Message. Simply select Morgan’s Message as your cause and choose what percentage of each purchase will be donated back to support mental health conversations and resources for student-athletes.

    There are ready-to-go Morgan’s Message templates already built into the platform. That means you can easily customize items with your school colors, school name, sport, and dedication event in just a few clicks. It’s a great way to get your team, school, family, and community involved while repping a meaningful cause on game day.

    🎥 Watch how it works: HERE

    🛒 Start Designing your gear: HERE

    Pro Tip: Be sure to place any one-time purchase or collection orders at least 7–10 days before your event so everything arrives in time for your dedication game!

    For any additional questions (and if you need help changing our butterfly logo to your school colors), you can contact Eli: eli@shinethelighton.com