Get your sneakers ready and walk for a purpose with Tzu Chi US. We’re safely gathering for a 5K to raise awareness and funds that support our missions of medicine and education. Whether you walk, run, or bike, we’re determined to get compassion going!
SATURDAY, APRIL 16 2022
9am – 1pm PST
WHY WALK?
Our walk raises awareness of and fundraises for two critical missions: medicine and education.
In the area of medicine, your generosity will expand free and equitable holistic healthcare access across uninsured and underinsured populations. This will be done by bolstering free medical outreaches; mobile health services (especially in remote areas); high-quality dental care; and full-service vision care.
As for education, your contributions will strengthen the ongoing development of our character education curricula, operations at our schools in California, a new Teacher’s Development and Training Center, a new Environmental Protection Education Center, as well as the Tzu Chi Continuing Education Center for Humanistic Culture.
Above all, the Tzu Chi Walkathon is a chance for all of us to connect, have fun, and rally our compassion for a great cause.
HOW IT WORKS
*Unable to make it? No problem! You can still do all of the above but at your favorite local park.
Make it merrier by inviting your friends and family. Then, join the conversation online by posting about it on social media with #TzuChiWalkathon.
REGISTER &
LAUNCH YOUR PERSONAL FUNDRAISER
We’re excited to have you join us! Click to begin registration. You may register as an individual, as a team, or join an existing team.
報名志工服務
Want to help as a Walkathon volunteer? There’s lots to do, whether it’s setting up tables, helping people check-in, giving out water, or cheering people on.
SPONSOR
Interested in becoming a Walkathon sponsor? Help us keep costs low and support our fundraising goals all at once. Explore our sponsorship packages and perks now.
OUR SPONSORS
The Stephen & Lydia
Charitable Foundation
Everlin
Enterprise Inc
Joanna Tan
Consultancy
Kuolin San Gabriel Llc
Sun’s Global
Trading Inc
Airsoft
Wholesaler Inc
Fortune
Dynamic Inc
Lang Young
Food Co LTC
Creative Baby Inc
Ginling Int’l
Foundation
Inland Empire Renewable
Energy Regional Center
Orex Motorsports
Pacific Champion
Service Corporation
RJ Group Inc
The Gouk/Shen
Family Trust
橙縣聯絡處
Buddhist Tzu Chi
Education Foundation
Care Mission
Chinese Restaurant
Asso. of Arizona
Cosmetic Palace
Everfresh Seafood
Company
Goldstar Financial and
Insurance Service Corp
Hakka Foundation
KT Jewlery
Phoenix Buddhist
Association
Prance Llc
Sunny Hills
Foundation
Universal Funeral
Chapel
Athens
Services
Audrey Huang
Caryn Hsu
Dr. Ho-Yi Tu
美國總會內陸和氣實業家團隊
Cici Liu Chang
Dr. Hai-Sou Chen & Linda Sun
Dr. Ho-Yi Tu
Dr. William &
Mary Keh
Lucy Hsu
Tim & Lucy Chang
EVENT INFORMATION
Check-in begins at ## AM. Here, you’ll receive a complimentary t-shirt in your size. You’ll also have access to a map that shows you where the nearest restrooms are located on campus. Parking is available and free.
The opening ceremony will then kick off at ###, and at ###, the walk begins! As they follow the 5K course, participants are welcome to go at their own pace. You may walk, run, bicycle, skateboard, roller skate – it’s up to you! However, should you bring your own equipment, please be sure to observe basic safety rules as a courtesy to your fellow Walkathon participants.
While we encourage you to bring your favorite eco-friendly water bottle, all participants will have access to complimentary water along the route. Should you find yourself struggling to go further/reach the finish line for whatever reason, feel free to take a break, turn back at any time, or ask for help.
When you reach the finish line, enjoy our vegetarian food market and exhibition booths, and participate in our Tzu Chi Walkathon raffle.
Finally, to make the most of your experience, we recommend the following:
- To increase your stamina (and 5K confidence), we suggest a 15-minute daily walk in advance of the event. Feeling bolder? Make it 30 minutes when you’re ready.
- Come dressed in light, comfy layers, socks, your best walking/running shoes, and, of course, plenty of sunscreen. Adding sunglasses and/or a hat will be stylish but practical, too.
- Minimize what you carry. We recommend clothing with secure pockets to carry your essentials. If you must bring a bag, we recommend avoiding anything large or bulky.
- In case of rain or inclement weather, please bring a raincoat, poncho, and/or umbrella.
- Out of an abundance of caution, we encourage you to wear a mask in all common areas (e.g. check-in, event booths) and when interacting with participants outside of your party/team.
Have more questions? Explore our frequently asked questions below.
FAQ
RallyUp is a platform that makes online fundraising easier – and more personal – than ever. We will also use the information you enter as your registration. From here, you’ll be able to set up a fundraising page for the non-profit/cause of your choice in your name. Once you’re set up, you can customize it to include photos and videos that share why you’re participating with your family and friends.
For every transaction made, you will be charged a modest payment processing fee at checkout. Additionally, you may choose to provide a “tip.”
In addition to platform costs, you will see an option to “tip” RallyUp. RallyUp does not charge Tzu Chi USA for using its platform, which allows all of your raised funds to go directly to us. At the same time, we do encourage you to consider a small tip to RallyUp that will support its ability to keep this platform free and easy to use for charities like ours.
$10 will count as your minimum donation to Tzu Chi USA. Because it is considered a donation, it is tax-deductible. Essentially, you are already doing good by registering!
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