The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease. The Illinois Chapter holds 27 Walks across the state, so you should have no trouble finding one in your area. Start or join a team today.
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide and 28 locations in our region, this inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to reclaim the future for millions.
Register today!
Bourbonnais, IL
09/16/2017
Canton, IL
09/09/2017
Carbondale, IL
09/23/2017
Champaign, IL
10/07/2017
Chicago, IL
09/24/2017
Crystal Lake, IL
10/08/2017
Decatur, IL
10/07/2017
Dixon, IL
09/30/2017
Elk Grove Village, IL
09/23/2017
Eureka, IL
09/23/2017
Galesburg, IL
09/30/2017
Glenview, IL
09/16/2017
Jacksonville, IL
09/09/2017
Joliet, IL
10/07/2017
Libertyville, IL
10/07/2017
Macomb, IL
09/23/2017
Marion, IL
10/07/2017
Mattoon, IL
09/30/2017
Naperville, IL
09/17/2017
Normal, IL
09/16/2017
Orland Park, IL
09/30/2017
Ottawa, IL
09/09/2017
Pekin, IL
09/23/2017
Peoria, IL
10/01/2017
Quincy, IL
09/16/2017
Rockford, IL
09/16/2017
Springfield, IL
09/23/2017
St. Charles, IL
09/23/2017
News and Announcements
We are so excited to announce the launch of our Walk to End Alzheimer’s Facebook Groups! Joining a Facebook Group is your best way to stay updated on the Walk to End Alzheimer’s and interact with other walkers and fundraisers in your area.
Click to join your group today!
Chicago:
Chicago Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Lake County, North Shore, Northwest Suburban:
Lake Co., North Shore, and Northwest Suburban Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Naperville, St. Charles:
Naperville, and St. Charles Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Kankakee and Iroquois County, Orland Park, Will County:
Kankakee, Orland Park, and Will Co. Walk to End Alzheimer’s
McHenry County, Rockford, Rock River/Dixon:
McHenry Co., Rockford, and Rock River Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Decatur, Jacksonville, Springfield:
Decatur, Jacksonville, and Springfield Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Carbondale, Marion:
Southern Illinois Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Bloomington/Normal, Champaign/Urbana, Mattoon/Charleston:
Bloomington, Champaign, and Mattoon Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Top Fundraisers
TEAMS
1.
Rivers Casino
$56,301.14
2.
Senior Star – Weber Place
$17,566.00
3.
Dan, Dani and Friends
$17,128.42
4.
Lost Souls
$11,982.31
5.
Pou-Pou
$8,386.00
PARTICIPANTS
TIPS & TOOLS
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VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
Walk to End Alzheimer’s would not be possible without the support of our fantastic volunteers! As a volunteer, we count on your invaluable contribution of time and energy to make the event a success.
Whether you will be at a Walk to participate on the day-of or you want to help plan your local Walk experience, there is a volunteer option for you.
Join the Planning Committee
Unable to join us on a Walk day? Join our planning committee and help execute the event! Please let us know how you’re interested in helping, and we’ll reach out with more information.
Learn more about the 2017 Walk to End Alzheimer’s Planning Committee.
Volunteer on Walk Day
Join the fight to end Alzheimer’s. Each year we bring Walk to End Alzheimer’s to over 600 communities in the U.S., and we could not do it without our dedicated volunteers. Raise awareness and bring your passion for the cause on Walk day.
The Illinois Chapter Walk to End Alzheimer’s volunteer registration will go live on Monday, June 5, 2017.