Since its debut in July 2006, the Character Ed mascot has been making its way around our community.  The mascot is available for appearances at partner organizations and community events.  The mascot does not speak, but can lend a visible presence to character-related activities at businesses, schools, churches and civic organizations.
NOTE:  The Ozarks Regional YMCA is now managing the Character Ed Mascot.  For more information, please contact Korrie Kirk at 862-7456 or by email.

Character Ed Sightings
Park Central Square - Springfield
All Staff School Assembly - Republic
First Day of School - Logan-Rogersville
Campbell Elementary - Springfield
Horace Mann Elementary - Springfield
Willard East Elementary - Willard
Business & Technology Expo - Springfield
"Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day" News Conference - Springfield
National Martial Arts Day - Springfield
Rise and Shine Performance - Republic Early Childhood Center

Volunteers Needed
If you would like to help increase Ed's visibility in the community by volunteering to wear the mascot costume, please read the use policy and return a completed agreement form.

Character Ed Mascot Use Policy and Volunteer Agreement Form (PDF Document)
Once received, the forms will be reviewed by the YMCA  If approved, volunteers will be asked to attend a short training session to familiarize themselves with the costume and appropriate behavior.

Request An Appearance
If you would like to have Ed at your event, please read the appearance policy and return a completed request form.
Character Ed Mascot Appearance Policy and Request Form (PDF Document)
Once received, forms will be reviewed by the YMCA.  The YMCA reserves the right to refuse any appearance request if no volunteer is available, or the event is deemed inappropriate.