About Walk to End Alzheimer's  Find a walk or support a walker Getting started Fundraising tools Become a sponsor Walk to End Alzheimer’s™ is the movement to reclaim the future for millions. Together, we are an unstoppable force against Alzheimer’s. Join us.

About Walk to End Alzheimer's

The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s™ is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support and research.  Since 1989, we’ve mobilized millions of Americans in the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk®; now, we’re continuing to lead the way with the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Together, we can end Alzheimer’s — the nation’s sixth-leading cause of death.

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
• Music and family entertainment
• Kids play areas
• Snacks and water
• Information on Alzheimer's Association programs and services
• Exhibits featuring our sponsors' products and services
• Opportunity to advocate to Congress to support research funding and Alzheimer's policy initiatives

The end of Alzheimer’s disease starts here.
Start or join a team today at alz.org/walk.

Find a walk or support a walker

Please see the dates and locations of our 2012 Walks listed below.  While some dates are not yet determined, all Walks will take place in the fall.  Stay tuned for more details!

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. 

Getting started

Form a team: 
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. For tips on building your team, check out our tips for team captains at alz.org/walk.

Register online:
To register online, choose the "Register Here" button on the walk location site.  To register a team, choose "Start a Team" to register as team captain.   Each team member can then choose to "Join an Existing Team" when they register.  If you'd rather register as an individual, select that option instead.  It's that simple!

Set a goal:
Each walk participant is encouraged to set a fundraising goal. Remember, the all donations will support Alzheimer research and services for South Carolina families who have a loved one with the disease.  So set your goal high!  In order to receive a Walk to End Alzheimer's t-shirt at the event, you will need to raise a minimum of $100.  Incentive prizes are also available to participants according to their totals. 

Start fundraising:
Check out our fundraising tools below to help you or your team get started. 

Fundraising tools

We've got lots of great ideas to help you raise money. View all of our tips and tools in our online toolkit at alz.org/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.

If your business is interested in sponsoring Walk to End Alzheimer's, select your region of the state below to download our sponsorship information brochure:

• Upstate Region  - Questions? Contact Kimberly Williams at 864-250-0029 or kimberly.williams@alz.org.

• Midlands Region - Questions? Contact Lynne Moore at 803-791-3430 or lynne.moore@alz.org.

• Lowcountry & Coastal Region - Questions? Contact Ashton Houghton at 843-571-2641 or ashton.houghton@alz.org.

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