Create your own walkathon for a cause
Forget the dusty archives of history; the real story of the walkathon isn’t just about where it started, but how far you can go today. While the Memphis March of Dimes laid the groundwork for charity strolls decades ago, the modern walker faces a dizzying array of choices: from the breezy 5K that fits into … Read more
Ever wondered why some walkathons feel like a chore while others turn into the highlight of the year? We’ve been there! One year, our team organized a “serious” walk for a medical cause, and the silence was so thick you could hear a pin drop. The next year, we added a disco theme, a “dunk … Read more
Video: How to Organise a Walk. Ever wondered how to transform a simple stroll into a community phenomenon that leaves participants begging for more? At Walkathon Benefits™, we’ve seen it all: from the quiet determination of a grandmother walking for her grandson to the raucous laughter of a “Zombie Shuffle” that turned a local park … Read more
Video: How to Engage Your Event Attendees After Your Event | Event Marketing Ideas. The finish line isn’t the end; it’s the beginning of the real work. We’ve all been there: the confetti has settled, the medals are hanging on the wall, and the silence in the office is deafening. You poured your heart into … Read more
Video: Fundraiser ideas: How teens raised $200K at their fundraising event. Forget the same old “walk and ask” routine that’s been stuck in a time warp for decades. At Walkathon Benefits™, we’ve seen firsthand how a lack of creativity can turn a potential goldmine of community support into a half-empty parking lot. Did you know … Read more
Imagine this: You’ve spent months rallying your community, securing sponsors, and mapping out a scenic route that promises to be the highlight of the year. The morning of the event arrives, the sun is shining, and the starting line is buzzing with energy. But just as the first step is taken, a city official steps … Read more
Video: Local Perspective on Community Partnerships | Mass General Brigham. Remember the first time you organized a walkathon? You probably thought, “If I just get enough people to show up, we’ll change the world.” But then reality hit: the permits were a nightmare, the water ran out by mile one, and the only person who … Read more
Video: 2 Strategies to Recruit Volunteers. Imagine this: It’s race day, the starting gun has fired, and thousands of walkers are ready to change the world. But as the crowd surges forward, you realize the water station is empty, the registration line is a snarl of confusion, and the medical tent is silent. Panic sets … Read more
We’ve all been there: the finish line is crossed, the medals are handed out, and the donation checks are written. But then, the silence falls. Did that walk actually make anyone healthier, or was it just a really fun afternoon in the park? For years, the answer was a frustrating “we don’t know.” We could … Read more
Video: Strive App Walking Tracker Free Demo. Remember the chaos of the clipboard era? The mud-splattered lists, the frantic volunteers shouting over megaphones, and the inevitable moment someone trips and sends your entire participant roster into the dirt? We’ve been there, and let’s just say it wasn’t our finest hour. Today, the landscape has shifted … Read more