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About Memory Walk
The Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk®, nationally sponsored by Genworth Financial, is our national signature fundraising event which brings together family, friends, caregivers and concerned community members — who all want to make a difference. Since 1989, Memory Walk has raised more than $200 million to help those battling Alzheimer's disease.
Walker news
Our heartfelt thanks to all who participated in our 2007 walks. Be sure you receive the FootPrint by registering for the walk nearest you or by contacting Ashton Baker at 1.800.860.1444 or ashton.baker@alz.org. The FootPrint is our electronic email publication that offers news about Memory Walk activities around the state, fundraising tips, and important updates on the Walks.
Choose a walk near you
In South Carolina, there are 14 Walks during the months of September and October. Choose a walk in your region below to register or to support a walker.
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For questions about walks in this area, please contact Cameron Renwick at 1.800.860.1444 or cameron.renwick@alz.org. |
For questions about walks in this area, please contact Kate Sweeten at 1.800.636.3346 or kate.sweeten@alz.org. |
For questions about walks in this area, please contact Lindsay Sill at 1.800.908.9690 or lindsay.sill@alz.org. |
Start a team
Forming a team for the Memory Walk 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.
You can register your team by following the link (above) to the Walk nearest you. When you get to the walk page, choose the "Register Here" button. When asked, choose "Start a Team." It's that simple. Need assistance? Call Lindsay Sill at 1.800.908.9690.
Buttons of Hope
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One fundraising tool you might like to try is a personalized Memory Walk button created through Buttons of Hope. Visit the Buttons of Hope website to place your order. You can upload a picture of a loved one who has or had Alzheimer's to put on your button. Each button costs $5 and $1 of the cost is returned to the Alzheimer's Association. Wear your button around town in the weeks and months before the Walk and you'll find that people will ask you about your button giving you a great way to tell them about the Walk and ask them to support you.
Set a Goal
Remember, the money you raise for Memory Walk helps to fund a cure for Alzheimer's and to fund services for South Carolina families who have a loved one with the disease. So set your goal high!
In order to receive a Memory Walk t-shirt at the event, you will need to raise a minimum of $100. We encourage each walker to try to raise at least $140.
Fundraising tools
Check out our Walker Guide with suggestions with detailed information about the Walk. If you're looking for great ideas on fundraising, see our Fundraising From A to Z. This is a very detailed list of suggestions. Please contact the staff person in your region for copies of thes fundraising tools.
