The Memorial Walk

Walking Together. Healing Together.

Join us for a morning of remembrance, community, and support. Whether you are honoring a loved one lost to suicide, unexpected loss, or the natural journey of grief, your steps help ensure that no one has to walk their path alone.

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Event Details

  • When: Saturday, June 6th (Rain Date: June 13th)

  • Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

  • Where: [Insert Location Name/Address Here]

  • The Route: A 2-mile round trip walk suitable for all fitness levels.

  • Fur Friends: Friendly dogs on leashes are more than welcome to join the walk! Please note that for the comfort and safety of all participants, dogs are not permitted inside the building.

Morning Schedule

  • 10:00 AM: Opening Ceremony & Remembrance

  • 10:30 AM: The Memorial Walk Begins

  • 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Refreshments & Community Time

Fuel for the Walk

We are grateful to our local partners for providing refreshments:

  • Coffee: Freshly brewed coffee from Dunkin’.

  • Treats: Warm mini donuts straight from Out of the Oven Bakery.

  • Food: We can enjoy tacos from nearby food truck following the walk!

  • Hydration: Water will be available at the event. Please bring a reusable water bottle to help us stay eco-friendly.

Our Mission

All proceeds from this event go directly toward funding local grief programs. These include specialized support for suicide loss, general grief, and unexpected loss.

Because of your participation and the generosity of our sponsors, these vital programs are offered FREE to the community.

Registration & Safety

To make the morning run smoothly, please keep the following in mind:

  • Honoring Loved Ones: During registration, we invite you to share the names of those you are walking for so we can honor them during our ceremony.

  • Tribute Bibs: Upon check-in, every walker will receive a jersey-style memorial bib. You can write the name of the loved one you are walking for on this bib to wear throughout the event, keeping their memory close with every step.

  • Safety First: Online registration requires an emergency contact and the signing of a standard release and hold harmless waiver.

  • Day-of Registration: We will have iPads available on-site for those who need to register the morning of the walk.

Sponsorships & Donations

Want to help us reach our goal? You can collect sponsorships from friends and family to support your walk.

Ways to Give:

  • Cash or Check: Use our printable sponsorship form.

  • Venmo: Scan our Venmo QR Code at the event. Please include the walker’s name in the memo!

Outreach Templates

We have provided some outreach templates for you to copy and paste to reach out to friends and family and request sponsorship:

Email Template Subject: Supporting the Memorial Walk on June 6th

Hi [Name],

On June 6th, I am participating in the Memorial Walk to honor those we’ve lost and support those navigating grief. I am walking in memory of [Loved One's Name].

The funds raised go directly to local programs for grief support, which are offered free to our community. My goal is to raise $[Amount]. Would you be willing to sponsor me? You can donate via cash, check, or Venmo.

Thank you for your support!

Best, [Your Name]

Text Message Template Hi! I’m participating in the Memorial Walk on June 6th to raise money for free community grief programs. I'm walking in memory of [Name]. Would you be open to sponsoring me for [Amount]? I can take Venmo or cash! Let me know and I’ll add you to my list. Thank you! 🤍

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