U.S. Alzheimer’s Walks Set Fundraising Goals
U.S. Alzheimer’s Walks Set Fundraising Goals
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The Mobile Bay walk in Foley will be held at OWA Parks and Recreation, with a two-mile route taking place rain or shine unless severe weather intervenes. Registration begins at 9 a.m., followed by the opening ceremony at 10 a.m.
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Antigo’s walk will take place at Antigo Middle School, 815 7th Ave., and is being led by new walk manager Rose Beam, who said new treatments and lifestyle habits that support brain health offer “real hope.”
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The Promise Garden ceremony at the Antigo event will use flowers of different colors to represent participants’ personal connections to Alzheimer’s disease.
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Utah has about 38,300 residents living with Alzheimer’s; the disease is described as the sixth-leading cause of death and the only leading disease without a prevention or cure.
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The Alzheimer’s Association says it is currently funding 1,220 research projects totaling more than $490 million across 59 countries and six continents.
Thousands of Americans are lacing up their shoes this fall to fight Alzheimer's disease. Walk to End Alzheimer's events across the country are raising millions of dollars for care, education, and research. Alzheimer's Association says more than 7.4 million Americans live with the disease, while millions more serve as unpaid caregivers for loved ones.
Upcoming walks span from Utah to Alabama. Cedar City, Utah aims to raise $16,500 by September 19, while Wyoming's seven walks combined target $204,000. Foley, Alabama's Mobile Bay walk is set for November 14. Each event funds free family support programs and backs research into prevention and treatment.
Utah and Wyoming Lead Fundraising Push
Utah's walk network is setting an ambitious bar. The state's walks aim to raise more than $624,000 total, with Cedar City leading at $16,500. Alzheimer's Association notes that about 38,300 Utah residents live with Alzheimer's. The disease ranks as the sixth-leading cause of death in the state and remains the only major disease without a known prevention or cure.
Wyoming's seven regional walks have set combined goals exceeding $204,000. Albany County's walk alone targets $20,000. These funds help support families navigating Alzheimer's care and treatment. Alzheimer's Association is currently funding 1,220 research projects worth more than $490 million across 59 countries.
Antigo's New Leadership and Promise Garden Ceremony
Wisconsin's Antigo walk kicks off this Saturday at Antigo Middle School. Rose Beam, the event's new walk manager, is bringing fresh energy to the effort. Beam emphasized that recent treatments and lifestyle changes offer "real hope" for brain health. The walk includes the Promise Garden ceremony, where different flower colors represent each participant's personal connection to Alzheimer's.
The Promise Garden has become a signature moment at many Alzheimer's walks. Participants select flowers matching their role—whether as a patient, caregiver, researcher, or supporter. The ceremony honors everyone touched by the disease. Registration details and exact timing will be available at the walk location on Saturday.
Mobile Bay Walk Returns to Foley in November
Alabama's Mobile Bay Walk to End Alzheimer's takes place November 14 at OWA Parks and Recreation in Foley. Registration opens at 9 a.m., with the opening ceremony at 10 a.m. A two-mile walking route follows. The event proceeds rain or shine unless severe weather forces cancellation.
Foley's walk is part of a nationwide effort to fund Alzheimer's services and breakthroughs. All proceeds support free family education programs and research into prevention and treatment. Participants can register on-site or register online before the event to guarantee a spot.
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