2024 Walk 4 Sickle Cell (& MN SCD Family Picnic)
Schedule
Sat Aug 31 2024 at 09:00 am to 02:00 pm
Location
Midtown Phillips | Minneapolis, MN
About this Event
2024 WALK 4 SICKLE CELLSUMMER FUNDRAISING CHALLENGE
Join the challenge and help us fulfill our mission to the sickle cell community
This city-wide event is designed for patients, providers, caregivers, family, friends, co-workers, and allies. Attendees have an opportunity to raise awareness (and funds) to support the work of Sickle Cell Foundation of MN and to create community camaraderie around those who live with SCD.
This event is designed to
1. Celebrate our Minnesota warriors
2. Bring awareness to the stigma and bias affecting patient care
3. Support the mission and work of Sickle Cell Foundation of MN
*SCD family picnic is a private event designed only for warriors and their family members who attended the walk - walk registration is required!
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Saturday, Aug 31, 2024
Location: Venture Bikes (in the Midtown Greenway)
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Cost: $1 - $25 (Warriors only $5)
*ALL attendees, regardless of age, must register for liability and tracking purposes.
EVENT AGENDA:
8:00 - 8:30 am: Vendor check-in
8:30 - 9:15 am: Participant Check-in
9:30 - 11:00 am: Walk begins
11:30 - 1:00 pm: Sickle Cell Family Picnic
*Community and Industry partners who are interested in tabling at this event should or email our events team at [email protected]
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STOP & READ BEFORE YOU REGISTER...WANT TO ORGANIZE A FUNDRAISING TEAM?
then raise $100 or more to receive your FREE registration and bonus swag!
Ways to join our fundraising challenge:
1.Register to attend the Walk4SCD event on Sat 8/31 ($25)
2. Donate through this page (or a team fundraising page)
3. Organize a via GiveMN (instructions below)
4. Start a for SickleCellMN
Sickle Cell Champions Club! Donate $100 or more and receive:
- 1 Admission to the 2024 Walk 4 Sickle Cell event ($25 value)
- 1 SickleCellMN T-shirt ($25 value) - while supplies last!
- 1 SickleCellMN Lanyard ($10 value)
*Funds must be raised and received by the event date
SickleCellMN Supporters Club! Donate $50 and receive:
- 1 Admission to the 2024 Walk 4 Sickle Cell event ($25 value)
- 1 SickleCellMN Lanyard ($10 value)
Create a fundraising team page (individuals, companies, or other groups) by following these steps:
1.Go to www.givemn.org/event/Sicklecellmn-Walk2024
2.Click on the "+ Fundraise" sign at the top of the page
3.Select "Start A Team", then click "Get Started"
4.Select "Single Beneficiary" and search and select "sicklecellmn", then continue
5.Using the left menu panel - choose your title, logo, fundraising goal, donation link, etc.
6.Under "General Settings", add the Walk 4 SCD (same as step 1 above)
7.Share your fundraising page with family, friends and co-workers and start raising money!
NOTE: Once team donation threshold is achieved, we will contact the organizer to confirm your attendance to the in-person event and will provide you with hassle-free registration. *Funds must be raised and received prior to the event date.
Thank you to our Partners & Sponsors:
About Midtown Greenway
The Midtown Greenway is a 5.5-mile long former railroad corridor in south Minneapolis with bicycling and walking trails. It is owned by the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority and the trails are maintained by the City of Minneapolis.
More info: midtowngreenway.org/about-the-greenway/overview/
About Venture Bikes on the Greenway
Located on the north side of the Greenway between Chicago and 10th Avenues, Venture Bikes offers coffee and snacks as well as bike sales and repairs.
More info:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Street parking is available near walk location (28th Ave & 10th Street) and in the surrounding area. You may also want to consider walking, biking, or using public transportation if you are able.
5K (~3 miles) seems like a long way. What if I have young children or have to stop early?
That's just fine! If you have a health condition, are with small children, or just aren't up for multiple laps, you can choose to shorten your walking distance at anytime.
Do I need to register children and/or others in my group?
Yes, for legal reasons, everyone must be registered and accounted for! Registration also allows us to better plan for the event and and picnic needs.
Where do donated funds go?
100% of funds raised will go to Sickle Cell Foundation of Minnesota and are used to further the mission of improving the lives of individuals and communities affected by sickle cell disease and sickle cell trait.
How do I donate to a specific team?
If you are looking for a particular team's fundraising page, obtain the link from the team's organizer, go directly to our Walk4SCD donation page and click on the team's leaderboard link or email us at [email protected]
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Email us at [email protected]
I want to volunteer for this (or other events). How can I get involved?
To volunteer for this event, please contact us at [email protected].
How do I learn more about Sickle Cell Foundation of Minnesota?
Visit www.sicklecellmn.org to learn more about sickle cell disease and the work of the Foundation.
Where is it happening?
Midtown Phillips, 2828 10th Avenue South, Minneapolis, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 108.55
