What is a Team?

A team is any group of people joining together to walk to cure arthritis. You may sign up as many people as possible! Team members may include co-workers, friends, family, neighbors, clients anyone you can think of who wants to participate! Our teams usually consist of at least 10 people.

How is a Team Formed?

Establish a team captain someone who will recruit and lead the team. Leading the team involves:

• Setting a fund-raising goal for your team.
• Supplying registration and donation forms to team members or encouraging them to register ONLINE.
• Determining your team name and if your team will have a theme.
• Motivating and inspiring your team to success.

 What are the Benefits of Team Participation?

• Teams promote teamwork, builds team spirit and a sense of camaraderie.
• Team participation increases your visibility in the community and demonstrates that your group cares about people.
• The Arthritis Walk joins people together in a unique and exciting way to support the Arthritis Foundation while participating in a healthy activity.
• Offers opportunities for leadership within the organization.
• Teaches good citizenship, develops leadership skills and enhances creativity in young children.
• Builds employer/employee relationship by promoting common goals and teamwork.
• Increases awareness of health benefits to employees.
• Encourages more workplace participation.
• Promotes employee satisfaction by reaching team and company goals.
• Increases morale by helping employees feel like they are supporting their community.
• Raises funds and awareness to fight arthritis, the nation's number one cause of disability.
• It's FUN!
• Fighting arthritis is a team effort. The strength of people coming together for a common cause is greater than the strength of one.
• Together we are making a difference in the lives of those living with arthritis.