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Memory Walk, nationally presented by Genworth Financial, is the Alzheimer's Association's signature nationwide fund-raising event. Each fall, tens of thousands of people walk together - including family members, friends, caregivers, community and business leaders - to help make a difference in the lives of people affected by Alzheimer's and to increase awareness of the disease and the courage of those facing its daily challenges.
Become part of the group of individuals, corporations and organizations that are proud to lead the fight against Alzheimer's disease. Enjoy entertainment, refreshments, and fun for the whole family. Form a team or walk alone. For more information, call 1-800-272-3900.
Thank You for Making Our 2009 Memory Walks a Huge Success!
We are so grateful for all of your Memory Walk efforts this year. Your fundraising was outstanding! It's people like you who make the difference in the fight against Alzheimer's Disease.We are pleased to announce that we had almost 1,900 walkers who raised over $330,000 at our Richmond, Fredericksburg, and Gloucester Memory Walks this year! Give yourself a big round of applause - thanks to your fundraising efforts, this was our best Memory Walk season to date.
We would like to extend our congratulations to our Top 3 Overall Teams: Cedarfield ($19,099), Galloping Geckos ($17,908) and The Benton Bunch ($7,495).
We would also like to say a big thank you to our Top 3 Overall Individual Fundraisers this year: Jim Buckle ($9,360), Kristie Benton ($5,394) and Mary Doddy ($5,050).
Additionally, a huge Thank You to Genworth Financial, the Alzheimer's Association's National Memory Walk Presenting Sponsor, who hosted the Richmond Walk and had 36 teams locally that raised over $39,000 this year!
Thank You to each of you for making this year's Memory Walk season the best yet!
Why we must fight Alzheimer's disease…
• It is not a normal part of aging.• It is a devastating disorder of the brain that impairs memory, thinking and behavior ultimately leading to death.
• It affects an estimated 5.3 million Americans, 130,000 Virginians and 26,000 in the Chapter service area alone.
What's New This Year?
Click here to find out What's New This Year at the Richmond Memory Walk.
Choose a walk near you
Richmond Walk will be held at Genworth Financial, 6620 W. Broad Street and no pets will be allowed.
Gloucester Walk will be held at Botetourt Elementary School, Main Street Gloucester Courthouse, and pets are allowed.
Fredericksburg Walk will be held at Hurkamp Park, downtown Fredericksburg, corner of Prince Edward St. & William St., and pets are allowed.
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. You, your family, your friends or your company can help us raise much needed funds by forming a team of walkers. Walking as a team allows you to pool resources and enthusiasm. The official Memory Walk Team Captain Kit can help get you started. Don't forget - All sponsorship and team-raised funds remain in our local community and are used to develop and maintain vital programs and services to those with Alzheimer's disease, their familites, and caregivers.
Fundraising tools
Be a Sponsor - Sponsorship opportunities start at $500 which include exclusive benefits and are a great way for your organization or corporation to show their support. Click here for Sponsorship Commitment Form.
Memory Walk at a glance
DON'T FORGET - All sponsorship and team-raised funds remain in our local community and are used to develop and maintain vital programs and services to those with Alzheimer's disease, their families, and caregivers.2008 Memory Walk Wrap Up
Click here.
Click here to view 2008 Memory Walk pictures
Need more information?
Contact Courtney Groves at 804-967-2547 or e-mail courtney.groves@alz.org
You can also call the main number at 804-967-2580 or our toll free number 1-800-272-3900.
