

Arthritis Walk, the signature event of the Arthritis Foundation, features a one-mile or three-mile (5K) course option with activities for the entire family. Many Arthritis Walks are held in conjunction with Arthritis Awareness Month in May however some occur in April and dates in the Fall. Interested parties will form teams and raise funds together for these events, many make it an annual tradition to participate. Teams can consist of family members, friends, co-workers, business staff or any other organization of which you are involved. With your help, we can raise funds and awareness for the many different forms of arthritis through the Arthritis Walks! Eighty percent of funds raised support Research and Programs through out the state.
An Arthritis Walk will be held in these Virginia communities: Richmond, Loudoun, Charlottesville, Fredericksburg, Williamsburg, Northern Shenandoah Valley (Winchester), Roanoke, South Hampton Roads, The Peninsula (Newport News) and Prince William Area.To find additional information on your local walk, please click on the location link and you will be directed to that walk's website. For more information contact the Arthritis Foundation toll-free at 1-877-232-2898!
Please check out all the planning committee job descriptions that come available in each location where an Arthritis Walk takes place or contact Sarah Wilson at 800-456-4687 ext. 310 or swilson@arthritis.org.
Sponsorship levels are offered in a broad range with different benefits at each level. This is a great way for a local organization or business to showcase their support in the community and gain exposure. For more details about sponsorships in your local walk, please contact Sarah Wilson at 800-4687 ext 310 or swilson@arthritis.org