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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 2010 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 September 29, 2012 September 17, 2011 September 17, 2011 October 1, 2011 October 1, 2011 Anderson Street Park Cherokee County Health Center Chattanooga State River Walk, McGregor Park Cleveland High School October 1, 2011 September 24, 2011 Stone Bridge Memorial Park Tusculum City Park TBA October 8, 2011 September 17, 2011 TBA VA Mountain Home Gazebo Kingport Greenbelt September 17, 2011 September 24, 2011 Rotary Park The Barn @ Kimball City Park
Huntsville
September 15, 2012
Huntsville Botanical Gardens
Memphis
September 15, 2012
Shelby Farms Park
Murfreesboro
September 24, 2011
The Embassy/The Avenue
Nashville
October 8, 2011
Centennial Park
Tullahoma
September 15, 2012
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:
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.
