About Walk to End Alzheimer's
The Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's™ is our national signature event to bring together family, friends, caregivers and concerned community members — who want to make a difference.
Join the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's™ and unite in a movement to reclaim the future for millions. With more than 5.3 million Americans living with Alzheimer's™, and nearly 11 million more serving as caregivers, the time to act is now! When you register for Walk to End Alzheimer's™, you're joining an unstoppable force of thousands of people who are standing up to this devastating disease.
Walk to End Alzheimer's is an all-age, all-ability, family-friendly event. Activities will vary by location, but typically include:
- Scenic 1-2 mile walk route
- Times of remembrance and promise garden ceremony
- Music and family entertainment
- Information on Alzheimer's Association programs and services
- Exhibits featuring our sponsors' products and services
Find a Walk or Support a Walker
If you are interested in supporting a team or walk participant, we have made it easy to pledge your support online. Simply select the appropriate walk location and search for the walker or team that you'd like to support.
Start your team today! Click on a Walk near you to get started today!
Lake Junaluska.......September 14, 2013
Gastonia.................September 14, 2013
High Point..............September 14, 2013
Winston-Salem.......September 21, 2013
Pinehurst................September 21, 2013
Kannapolis.............September 21, 2013
Asheville.................September 21, 2013
Charlotte................September 28, 2013
Burlington...............September 28, 2013
Troutman .....................October 5, 2013
Hickory........................October 5, 2013
Mt. Airy.......................October 5, 2013
Greensboro................October 12, 2013
Asheboro...................October 26, 2013
Getting Started
Forming a team for Walk to End Alzheimer's can enhance your experience and multiply your impact. Together, as a team, you are a force much greater than what you can accomplish alone. While we encourage you to recruit as many people as possible to join your team, there is no minimum number of people for a team. So gather at least one friend to begin. Click the above link for your area walk to register your team. For tips on building your team, check out our tips for team captains at alz.org/walk.
Raise $100 as an individual and get a Walk t-shirt. Raise even more and distinguish yourself from other walkers as part of our HighSteppers Giving Club! The Western Carolina Chapter created the High Steppers Giving Club specifically for Walk participants who individually raise $250 or more. High Steppers will receive a signature long-sleeve t-shirt to wear at this year's walk. Stand out from the rest at this year’s Walk!
Sponsorship & Marketing Opportunities
Want to increase your company's visibility in the community while supporting a great cause? Join us as a sponsor of Walk to End Alzheimer's. Corporate sponsors enjoy an array of marketing benefits based on sponsorship level. From statewide recognition to local recognition in one community, we offer many choices to fit your marketing needs. Click here for sponsorship packet.
If your business is interested in sponsoring Walk to End Alzheimer's, contact our Development Staff:
Piedmont Region
Madeline Keeter
(704) 532-5292
mkeeter@alz.org
Triad Region
Eric Durham
(336) 285-5920
Eric.Durham@alz.org
Mountain Region
Jennie Pressley
(828) 254-7363
jpressley@alz.org
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