Event Info

Hershey Walk

Hershey Middle School

Walk Check-in: 9:00 AM
Walk Start: 10:00 AM

 

Participant Announcements

Thank you!

The 2023 Walk to Defeat ALS in Hershey was a huge success! On behalf of everyone at the Greater Philadelphia Chapter, thank you. We are so grateful for all our Walk to Defeat ALS donors, participants, sponsors, and volunteers who helped raise over $141,000.

Funds from the Walk support local patient service programs, including access to multidisciplinary clinics, equipment loan programs, assistive technology, and more to ease the burden of ALS.

Funds from the Walk also support cutting-edge research programs around the world. Through these research projects, scientists are working to slow the progression of ALS and search for a cure - to create a world without ALS.

Your donations and fundraising efforts for the Walk to Defeat ALS make our work possible! Fundraising for the Walk will close at the end of the year, so if you wish to make any additional donations to support our mission - there is still time.


The Countdown is ON!

The Walk to Defeat ALS Hershey is THIS Saturday! We can't wait to see you on at Hershey Middle School. Check-in will begin promptly at 9:00 AM and the Walk will start after a brief Opening Ceremony at 10:00 AM. Below are a few reminders to get you prepared for the Walk to Defeat ALS!
  • Parking will be available at the side lots at the Hershey Middle and Elementary Schools.
  • If you have additional cash or check donations, please give them to your Team Captain to place in donation envelopes available at registration.
  • For those bringing their friends and family to the walk that did not register online, please have them visit the registration table to officially sign up!
  • If you raised $90 by May 17, visit the t-shirt table to collect your Walk shirt.
Make sure to stop by the Tribute Tent to collect your team's NEW Walk to Defeat ALS sign! This year, teams will receive a hand-held sign that says "We are Walking for" and include your team's honoree. Due to a significant increase in the cost of the traditional "Walking for" signs that lined the route, we are offering this new alternative. It is important to our staff that the cost of the Walk to Defeat ALS remains low, so donations support our care service and research programs.

If you plan on attending the Walk to Defeat ALS at Hershey Middle School, you will be required to complete a COVID-19 waiver.The waiver outlines all the safety measures taken throughout our event. To try and avoid gatherings at our waiver table, please review and print the waiver linked below. Bring the signed copy of your waiver to the walk, and we will collect it at the Waiver Table.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out!


Message from your Coordinator

Hello everyone!

We are so thrilled you are joining us for the Walk to Defeat ALS at Hershey Middle School on Saturday, June 3, 2023! The Walk to Defeat ALS is a one-day celebration to honor those with ALS and remember those we have lost to the disease.

Throughout the day, teams can collect their Unlock ALS keys and fill out the paper key to hang on the tribute tent. Hear your team name announced and take photos with your friends and family. Speak with other members of the Walk to learn about their journey and grow our community of hope.

By participating in the Hershey Walk to Defeat ALS, you can make a difference in the lives of people with ALS and help fund groundbreaking research for a cure.

Please don't hesitate to reach out with ANY questions! Contact the Hershey Walk Manager, Michelle Rogers at MRogers@alsphiladelphia.org or 717-329-9628.

Below are some helpful links and tips to get you started!

 

Fundraising Tools

Walker Handbook
Your go-to guide for everything Walk related. It contains interesting ideas, helpful tips, and chapter contact information.

My Walk Supporters Pledge Sheet
Print this worksheet out and keep track of your donations!

Deposit Slip
Are you mailing your donations to The ALS Association before the Walk? Help them out and fill out a deposit slip!

 

T-Shirts

2023WalkTShirtOnly participants who raise $90 by May 17, 2023, will get a t-shirt. This benefit is awarded to individuals, not teams or donors, so make sure the donations to your personal fundraising record add up!

In addition to working toward one for yourself, you should spread the word to encourage your friends, family, and coworkers to earn their very own shirt.

 

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