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Momentum and enthusiasm are building for our 11 Memory Walks, our annual fundraiser commemorating millions of lives touched and forever changed by Alzheimer’s.
“Participating in Memory Walk is a wonderful way to honor or remember someone with Alzheimer’s. It also is a destination, for thousands of people to celebrate our efforts to raise awareness and funds for programs and services for people in our Chapter area. We also excited to have our first Memory Walk in Lake County this year.
“We encourage everyone interested in Memory Walk to register their teams as soon as possible, set team goals, launch team Web pages and spread the word. Team captains and team members from all over the Chapter area tell us great stories of how they invite their families, friends, co-workers and fellow club members to support Memory Walk and help spread the word about our work to help hundreds of thousands of people in our Chapter area who are living with Alzheimer’s. It’s a great feeling to have so many supporters moving with us in the same direction - to do everything we can to put an end to this disease in our lifetime.”
Lisa Lee, Vice President of Development
Memory Walk, nationally presented by Genworth Financial, is the signature event of the Alzheimer's Association, bringing together family, friends, caregivers and concerned community members - all wanting to make a difference. Since 1989, Memory Walk has raised more than $230 million to help those battling Alzheimer's disease. Learn more about Memory Walk.
Walker news
The Greater Illinois Chapter topped its $1.5 million goal in 2007. Our heartiest thanks to all who participated in our 2007 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.
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There will be several other walks in the Greater Illinois area. Information on other walks coming soon.
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.
Resources to help:
Team Captain Guide
Fundraising tools
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Walker Donation Form
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Walker Incentive Form
Rewards for taking steps to help end Alzheimer’s.
Memory Walk® at a Glance
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Scenic courses ranging from 2 to 4 miles in length
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Wheelchair/stroller accessibility
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Entertainment, activities for kids and kids-at-heart
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Remembrance Areas
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Displays from sponsors and community organizations
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Refreshments
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We also welcome volunteers for registration, checkpoints along the route, refreshments, and displays.
Our Memory Walk® goals are:
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To raise $2 million in cash contributions from Walkers (individuals and teams), donors and corporate sponsors
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To increase the number of Memory Walk® teams of family members, friends, neighbors, co-workers, social/civic/fraternal organizations, and sponsor organizations.
