Legacy Charity Walks and Runs Are Stumbling, New Report Says - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

Legacy Charity Walks and Runs Are Stumbling, New Report Says - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: "Several major charity walks and runs extended a yearslong revenue slump in 2014 as newer, sometimes offbeat fundraising events grew in popularity, according to a report released today."



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The Weirdness of Walking to Raise Money - NYTimes.com

The Weirdness of Walking to Raise Money - NYTimes.com: "Why are benefactors moved by the sight of urban hordes headed for the suburbs and back? Why do such exertions trigger the charitable impulse?

What I saw that morning in Boston was a resource diverted from its true purpose. Imagine those 210,000 man-hours (42,000 times a five-hour walk) put into direct service to benefit the poor. Think of the houses that might be built, roofs repaired, gardens planted and harvested, public spaces improved, and meals delivered to shut-ins. (And add in the efforts of the 2,000 volunteers that day and the contributions of 50,000 donors.) Now multiply that by the millions of man-hours that are represented by such events in cities across the nation, from Los Angeles to"

Why run when you can walk? The evolution of the walkathon

Why run when you can walk? The evolution of the walkathon: "Since then, using a walk for the dual goals of generating awareness and raising money has become a strategic choice for many charitable organizations. With today’s emphasis on all-around 'engagement', walkathons remain a worthy event for many charities, providing an opportunity to get people moving and motivated to help, donate and give of themselves to a cause close to their hearts."

An easy guide to fundraising for your walkathon

From Marc Pitman
An easy guide to fundraising for your walkathon: "Lately I’ve been getting lots of questions about how individuals can fundraise for walkathon events and many other -athons: bike-a-thons, bowl-a-thons, etc."

Is There Charity Awareness Overload? | Charity Walks Blog

From Roger Carr
Is There Charity Awareness Overload? | Charity Walks Blog: "There have been several articles and blog posts written lately suggesting that there are too many charity runs and walks. One of these posts is at http://rwdaily.runnersworld.com/2010/05/running-toward-an-awareness-overload.html."

Turkey trot raises $25,000 for nonprofits - Vallejo Times Herald

Turkey trot raises $25,000 for nonprofits - Vallejo Times Herald: "Building up an appetite was easy for participants in Solano County's first Turkey Trot on Thursday.

The early-morning fundraiser included 5k and 10k walks and runs through pastoral Suisun Valley.

The race started in front of Solano Community College, wound toward Wooden Valley Winery with a 5k turnaround near Rockville Cemetery and a 10k turnaround near Morrison Lane."

A charity event that always hits its stride -- latimes.com

A charity event that always hits its stride -- latimes.com: "A charity event that always hits its stride
The Crop Hunger Walk, a national interfaith program whose feet-on-the-ground method has been emulated for many other causes, celebrates its 40th anniversary this year."

Omaha.com - The Omaha World-Herald: Metro/Region - Walk draws record number

Omaha.com - The Omaha World-Herald: Metro/Region - Walk draws record number: "The 5K walk at Miller’s Landing raised $8,200 to aid local and national suicide prevention awareness programs. The walk, attended by a record 1,245 people, was one of more than 100 taking place across the country."

Charity's fans hope for surge : Local News : Memphis Commercial Appeal

Charity's fans hope for surge : Local News : Memphis Commercial Appeal: "'What I've seen of the trends this year, we're in a positive place,' said Sherrie Rinehart, branch manager for the foundation's West Tennessee chapter. 'Our walk struggled a little a year ago, and two years ago we were very successful.'"

Walking for Charity Across the Islands | KGMB9 News Hawaii | (KGMB9)

Walking for Charity Across the Islands | KGMB9 News Hawaii | (KGMB9): "Thousands laced up their sneakers on Saturday for visitor industry charity walks across the state. Walks were held simultaneously on Oahu, Maui, Kauai and the Big Island."

SIDE STREETS: Benefit walks, runs start blossoming in spring | walk, autism, events - Top Stories - Colorado Springs Gazette, CO

SIDE STREETS: Benefit walks, runs start blossoming in spring | walk, autism, events - Top Stories - Colorado Springs Gazette, CO: "Fundraising walks and races are a growing trend - the events generated $1.76 billion for charities last year, according to the New York-based Run Walk Ride Fundraising Council.

They range from nationally coordinated events that raise millions, like the Walk to Defeat ALS, to small, Springs-only fundraisers for area nonprofits."

Fannie Mae Walks Its Talk - washingtonpost.com

Fannie Mae Walks Its Talk - washingtonpost.com: "the chill on Saturday. The chief executive of District-based Fannie Mae looked out at tens of thousands of people who had gathered on the National Mall and declared, 'This is a great day, great cause, great crowd.'

He was speaking at Fannie's 'Help the Homeless' walkathon."

Santa steps in early as walkers ready for festive charity hike - Scotsman.com News

Santa steps in early as walkers ready for festive charity hike - Scotsman.com News: "The Cystic Fibrosis Trust – one of more than 20 charities set to benefit from the event – is offering Santa suits to the first 50 people, adult or child, to sign up. It is hoped other walkers will follow suit when they join the walk through the city centre on Sunday, December 7."

A massive exercise in charity -- Page 1 -- Times Union - Albany NY

A massive exercise in charity -- Page 1 -- Times Union - Albany NY: "'Over the past 10, 15 years we've seen a real strong increase in the number of these types of athletic fundraising events,' said Michael Nelson, spokesman for the Association of Fundraising Professionals."

MaineToday.com | News Update: Cancer walk sees over 600 participants

MaineToday.com | News Update: Cancer walk sees over 600 participants: "AUGUSTA -- Over 600 people were believed to have participated in today's Walk For Hope, a fundraiser and awareness event for breast cancer.

The 5K kicked off in the Sam's Club parking lot and meandered across Civic Center Drive to the Civic Center and up to the University of Maine-Augusta."

Join a Walkathon to Make a Difference

From Roger Carr

Join a Walkathon to Make a Difference: "Walkathon Mania

Participating in a walkathon is one great way to get involved and make a difference regarding an issue you are passionate about.

It may seem like many of the charities are hosting walkathons. You're right! Here are some of the reasons why:"

Autism Walk '08 nets $83,000 and counting - NJ.com

Autism Walk '08 nets $83,000 and counting - NJ.com: "On Saturday, approximately 1,200 people showed up to the RiverWinds Community Center for the Gloucester County Autism Walk of 2008.

The walk, which began at the RiverWinds Amphitheater and traveled down along the Delaware River for three miles, including turn-around points, brought in roughly $83,000, with more still coming in, to support programs for the families and children who have had their lives touched by autism."

Organizers: Wiggle Waggle breaks records - Utica, NY 13501 - The Observer-Dispatch

Organizers: Wiggle Waggle breaks records - Utica, NY 13501 - The Observer-Dispatch: "Grey skies didn’t stop the 16th annual Wiggle Waggle Walkathon from drawing a record crowd and far surpassing the organization’s $25,000 fundraising goal.

Participants raised money to donate to the shelter and joined other dog lovers and their leashed companions for a mile-long walk along the park’s trails."

Walking in memory of a friend | coshoctontribune.com | Coshocton Tribune

Walking in memory of a friend | coshoctontribune.com | Coshocton Tribune: "Stevenson, who was born in Columbus, made a special stop in Coshocton on Monday on his current 13,000-mile trek from Seattle to New York to raise awareness for Huntington's Disease to do a memory walk for Coshocton resident Regis Shivers."

Running for charity

Running for charity: "'Tis the season of charitable running events, when people dust off their Nikes and jog a quick 10K for a good cause.

From running for cancer research to walking for amateur athletics and helping families in need, there's an event for young and old every weekend in June, raising money, awareness and the spirits of fellow participants."