A Downtown Treasure Hunt
A collaborative fundraiser of
Your route to an evening of discovery
How Clues for Causes works
Each stop turns Rotary’s work into something you can discover, solve, and celebrate together.
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Gather your team & buy tickets
Bring friends, family, coworkers, or neighbors, then purchase everyone’s tickets together.
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Check in at Big E’s
Pick up your materials and get ready to set out.
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Follow seven clues
Explore the Holland area on foot or by car.
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Complete the challenges
Discover the seven causes Rotary supports.
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Return & celebrate
Enjoy light appetizers, prizes, and community at Big E’s.
Look like a team. Matching shirts, uniforms, costumes, or something delightfully ridiculous are all welcome (but not required).
Seven clues. Seven causes.
A route with real purpose
Each challenge reveals one of Rotary’s seven Areas of Focus and how it connects to stronger communities.
01Peacebuilding & conflict prevention
Find the choices that turn neighbors into collaborators and conflict into common ground.
02Disease prevention & treatment
Follow a clue inspired by prevention, preparedness, and the knowledge that helps communities thrive.
03Water, sanitation & hygiene
Trace the everyday systems that protect health—often quietly, always essentially.
04Maternal & child health
Discover what helps children and families get a healthy, hopeful start.
05Basic education & literacy
Read between the lines and unlock a challenge rooted in learning and opportunity.
06Community economic development
Spot the local connections that help ideas, skills, and small businesses grow.
07Supporting the environment
Look closely at the shared places we protect today for the neighbors who come next.
Help every clue lead to a cause
Interested in sponsoring?
Reach an engaged local audience while helping Holland Rotary Charities turn community energy into lasting good.
Find the sponsorship that fits your business.
Opportunities range from $50+ gift-card support to $500 premier visibility.
Pass the clue along
Know someone who would love this?
Share the event with friends, family, coworkers, or the person who always solves the puzzle first.
hollandrotarycharities.org/clues-for-causesGood to know
Questions before you set out
Where does the event begin and end?
Check-in begins at Big E’s Sports Grill at 5:30 PM. Teams return there by 7:30 PM for light appetizers and the finish-line celebration.
Do we need a car?
No. The route is designed for walking or short drives, so each team can choose what works best.
How large should a team be?
Teams of four or more are recommended for sharing clues and moving around together. Smaller teams are welcome, too—gather the crew that will make the evening fun for you.
What happens if weather affects the event?
We’ll email ticket purchasers at the address used in GiveGrove if weather changes the plan. Safety comes first, so timing or activities may be adjusted when conditions require it.
Where should we park?
Use legal street parking or a public downtown lot near Big E’s. Give your team a few extra minutes to park, walk to 121 E 8th Street, and check in together.
Can the route accommodate mobility or other access needs?
Teams may walk or make short drives between public downtown locations. If distance, stairs, or another access need could affect your team, email clues@hollandrotarycharities.org before the event so we can help identify a practical accommodation.
Can children participate?
Yes. Children are welcome and must stay with a responsible adult throughout the hunt. Teams will move through public areas and should use normal care around streets, traffic, and other visitors.
What food is included?
Light appetizers are included at the finish-line celebration. Ingredients and kitchen cross-contact can vary, so contact us in advance with allergy questions and bring a safe alternative when needed.
Should we register in advance?
Yes. Advance registration helps us prepare clue materials and food. Registration may close when the event reaches capacity, so same-day participation cannot be guaranteed.
How will you use our registration information?
We use the information submitted through GiveGrove to process tickets, identify attendees, and send event-related updates. GiveGrove’s services are also governed by its privacy policy.
Should our team dress up?
Matching shirts, work uniforms, costumes, or a funny shared theme are all welcome (but not required).
Where do the proceeds go?
Proceeds benefit Holland Rotary Charities and projects that strengthen communities locally and globally.
Three clubs. Seven Areas of Focus. One community.