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 About Memory Walk

The Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk® is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on volunteers of all ages to become champions in the fight against Alzheimer's.  Learn more about Memory Walk.

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Choose a Walk Near You

The Memory Walk 2009 season is under way! The links below will take you to the website for the Memory Walk of your choice so that you can register yourself, your team and begin your Memory Walk FUNdraising!

Weeki Wachee, September 12, 2009 Weeki Wachee Springs State Park

Pinellas County, September 26, 2009, The St. Petersburg Pier

Hillsborough County (Sun City Center), October 3, 2009, Sun City Center United Methodist Church

Hillsborough County (Tampa), October 10, 2009, Al Lopez Park 

Collier County, October 17, 2009, St. Ann School

Manatee & Sarasota Counties, October 24, 2009, Lido Beach

Polk County, October 31, 2009, Lake Mirror Amphitheater

Charlotte & DeSoto Counties, November 7, 2009, Fishermen's Village

Lee County, November 21, 2009, Centennial Park

 

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Start a Team

Forming a team for the Memory Walk 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.  Not sure where to start in recruiting more team members? Want to make sure your team stays organized and motivated? Here are a few key tools to help you rally your team around the cause.


Team Captain Guide

Recruiting Team Members / Co-Captains

Setting Team Goals

Team Sign-up Sheet

How To Start A Corporate Team - Mobilize your co-workers - or your entire company - to form a team and make a huge impact on helping people living with Alzheimer's.

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Tools For Raising Money and Spreading the Word

Raising Funds Online
Use our online tools to post your story, ask for and track your fundraising progress.

Fundraising Ideas
Ask for donations from co-workers, friends, neighbors and family members. Many people are happy to help when they know you're raising money for a good cause.

Matching Gifts
Don't forget to ask your donors if their employer offers matching gifts. Use the link above to find out if a company will match gifts to the Alzheimer's Association, and download a matching gift form.

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Become A Memory Walk Sponsor

There is still time for your business or organization to sign-up to be a Memory Walk Sponsor!  Click Here to view a Memory Walk 2009 Sponsorship brochure. To learn more about becoming a Memory Walk 2009 Sponsor please contact Carley Wilson at 1.800.272.3900 or via e-mail at wilsonc@alzflgulf.org and put Memory Walk Sponsor in the subject line.  Thank You!

 

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Join A Memory Walk Committee

Event Planning – Enjoy details? Help your local Alzheimer's Association coordinate the actual walk and help with tasks like securing a location, planning activities for before and after the walk and being on-hand to cheer walkers on!

Local Event Committee – There are plenty of responsibilities – before and on the day of Memory Walk – that need dedicated volunteers.

To learn more about Walk Committee opportunities call or e-mail Carley Wilson at 1.800.272.3900 or wilsonc@alzflgilf.org and put Memory Walk Committee in the subject line. Thank You!