What is Let’s Move Together?
What is the Arthritis Walk®?
What is a team?
How can my company participate?
Is the Arthritis Walk® limited to corporate teams?
Is it difficult to organize a team?
Is my corporation/organization required to make a specific contribution?
How do I sign up for the event?
How are funds raised through team participation?
How is the money collected?
How is the money used?
How can top management get involved with the Arthritis Walk®?
How long is the route?
Why should I participate?
Who should I contact if I require further information?
1. What is Let's Move Together?
Let’s Move Together is a nationwide movement led by the Arthritis Foundation that encourages people to move to prevent or treat arthritis every day. Join the movement today.
Back to top2. What is the Arthritis Walk®?
The Arthritis Walk® is the Arthritis Foundation's nationwide team event that raises funds to fight arthritis. The event generally takes place during the month of May in conjunction with National Arthritis Month.
Back to topA team is any group of passionate people working together to raise donations for their local Arthritis Walk.
Back to top4. How can my company participate?
Companies can participate by organizing a team(s) of co-workers, vendors, family and friends to raise money and walk in the event.
Back to top5. Is the Arthritis Walk® limited to corporate teams?
No, in fact we also encourage team participation through civic organizations, schools, family and friends. Individuals are also welcome to participate, too!
Back to top6. Is it difficult to organize a team?
No, team participation is easy! All teams are lead by a Team Captain. Team Captains serve as the liaison between the Arthritis Foundation and your organization. Team Captains receive a "Team Captain Packet" with instructions and materials to ensure success in building a large team.
Back to top7. Is my corporation/organization required to make a specific contribution?
No! Generally, teams generate a larger contribution by raising funds collectively. Remember that matching gifts can double your fundraising dollars!
Back to top8. How do I sign up for the event?
Participants can register online at www.letsmovetogether.org or by sending in a hard copy registration form to the Chapter Office. You will receive all of the necessary tools to get your fundraising efforts started.
Back to top9. How are funds raised through team participation?
Each team member is responsible for achieving their fundraising goal and is encouraged to raise at least $100 to earn an Arthritis Walk® T-shirt. Participants can raise funds online by setting up their very own personal Web page and asking friends, family and co-workers to donate. Teams also plan fundraisers in their community, business and social circles.
Back to top10. How is the money collected?
For donations made online, the Arthritis Foundation receives these funds instantly. All other donations (check or cash) should be turned in to your Team Captain. Team Captains are responsible for turning in their team's funds to the Arthritis Foundation.
Back to topMoney raised from the Arthritis Walk® will help fund the mission of the Arthritis Foundation, which is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases.
Back to top12. How can top management get involved with the Arthritis Walk®?
Your CEO or Senior Level Management Staff can help by issuing an "Arthritis Walk®" challenge among employees. Ask them to endorse a memo to all staff requesting their participation and offer a free company t-shirt to generate excitement and gain publicity.
Back to topThe Arthritis Walk® is a non-competitive, fully accessible 5-kilometer (3.1 miles) course with a one- mile option for those who wish to walk a shorter distance.
Back to topArthritis and chronic joint symptoms affect 46 million Americans and nearly 300,000 children. Your participation is urgently needed to help find a cure. Join the team today and be a leader in the fight against arthritis, the nation's most common cause of disability.
Back to top15. Whom should I contact if I require further information?
For more details on the Arthritis Foundation's Arthritis Walk® please contact the Arthritis Foundation toll-free at 1-877-232-2898 or e-mail arthritiswalk@arthritis.org.
To find the Arthritis Walk® event being held nearest to you, check the Event Dates/Locations page. You can also contact your local Arthritis Foundation office directly. Find the office nearest to you.
