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About Walk to End Alzheimer's

Walk to End Alzheimer's is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support, and research - and it calls on people of all ages to take action in the fight. Year-round, our participants are involved in efforts to help defeat this devastating disease. Learn more about Walk to End Alzheimer's.

Walker news

Our heartfelt thanks to all who participated in our 2012 walks.

Choose a walk near you

Most walks take place during the fall. Choose from a walk below to register or to support a walker.

Centre, AL

September 21, 2013

Cherokee Co. Health & Rehab

Chattanooga

September 21, 2013

Tennessee Riverpark

Clarksville

October 05, 2013

River Walk, McGregor Park

Cleveland

September 28, 2013

Cleveland, Greenway

Decatur

September 28, 2013

Delano Park

Huntsville

September 14, 2013

Huntsville Botanical Gardens

Jackson

September 21, 2013

Union University

Memphis

September 07, 2013

Shelby Farms Park

Nashville

October 12, 2013

Centennial Park

Murfreesboro

September 21, 2013

The Embassy/ The Avenue

Tri-Cities

September 07, 2013

Bristol Motor Speedway

Tullahoma

September 14, 2013

South Jackson Civic Center

Start a team

Forming a team for the Walk to End Alzheimer's can enhance your experience and multiply your impact on the fight against Alzheimer's. Together, as a team, you are a force much greater than what you can accomplish alone.

Resources to help:

Team Captain Guide

How to Register Online

The Role of the Team Captain

Fundraising tools

Together, we're working towards ending Alzheimer's, and raising funds and awareness are crucial parts of this effort. You have the full support of the Alzheimer's Association behind you. Here are some tools to help you reach your goals.

Fundraising Ideas
List of ideas on how you can reach your fundraising goals.

Who Can I Ask?
Helpful list of people you know to help you get started.

Timeline & More Fundraising Ideas
Additional fundraising ideas with a timeline for success.

Walk to End Alzheimer's at a glance

  • Scenic courses
  • Wheelchair/stroller accessibility
  • Entertainment, activities for kids and kids-at-heart
  • Remembrance Areas
  • Displays from sponsors and community organizations
  • Refreshments
  • We also welcome volunteers for registration, checkpoints along the route, refreshments and displays

Our Walk goals are:

  • To raise $1,011,350 in cash contributions from walkers (individuals and teams), donors and corporate sponsors.
  • To increase the number of Walk to End Alzheimer's teams of family members, friends, neighbors, co-workers, social/civic/fraternal organizations, and sponsor organizations.


 

Alzheimer's Association

Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's
Formed in 1980, the Alzheimer's Association is the world's leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.