2nd Annual Sickle Cell Walk and Roll
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Wyoming, Michigan
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026, for the 2nd Annual Sickle Cell Walk and Roll in Wyoming, Kent, where community spirit takes center stage! This uplifting event takes place at 5950 Metro Way SW and is dedicated to raising awareness and supporting those living with sickle cell disease. Participants of all ages and abilities are invited to walk, roll, or show their support in whatever way resonates with them.
This year, we're excited to offer a virtual participation option, making it easier than ever for supporters from across the region and beyond to join in the fun! Whether you're walking in person or participating from home, your involvement is crucial in amplifying our mission to improve care for individuals with sickle cell disease. All proceeds will benefit the Corewell Health Foundation, which focuses on enhancing care delivery, innovative programs, and optimizing treatment for patients. Let’s come together to create a brighter future for those affected by sickle cell disease—your support can make a real difference!
This year, we're excited to offer a virtual participation option, making it easier than ever for supporters from across the region and beyond to join in the fun! Whether you're walking in person or participating from home, your involvement is crucial in amplifying our mission to improve care for individuals with sickle cell disease. All proceeds will benefit the Corewell Health Foundation, which focuses on enhancing care delivery, innovative programs, and optimizing treatment for patients. Let’s come together to create a brighter future for those affected by sickle cell disease—your support can make a real difference!
Organiser's Description
Location: 5950 Metro Way SW, Wyoming, MI
To volunteer, sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DA8A72EA0FEC34-64324652-2026
To donate to continue walks like this, click here: https://give.corewellhealth.org/west/donate/search/complete-gift?fid=7af5f13a-ca92-40e7-8cf3-a3ad62c47078
To purchase a sickle cell license plate, visit here! https://www.michigan.gov/sos/vehicle/license-plates/special-cause-fundraising-options
Join us for the 2nd Annual Sickle Cell Walk & Roll, a powerful community event dedicated to raising awareness, fostering connection, and advancing care for individuals living with sickle cell disease. This family-friendly event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities to walk, roll, or support in a way that is meaningful to them.
This year, we are excited to expand our reach by offering a virtual participation option, allowing supporters from across the regionand beyondto join us. Whether you attend in person or participate from home, your involvement helps amplify our mission and impact.
We also invite those who are unable to participate to contribute through direct donations, ensuring everyone has a way to support this important cause.
All proceeds from the Walk & Roll and donations will go directly to the Corewell Health Foundation, specifically supporting:
* Enhanced care delivery for individuals with sickle cell disease
* Innovative programs to improve patient outcomes
* Efforts to optimize treatment, reduce disparities, and elevate the patient experience
Together, we are building a future where individuals living with sickle cell disease receive equitable, compassionate, and cutting-edge care.
To volunteer, sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DA8A72EA0FEC34-64324652-2026
To donate to continue walks like this, click here: https://give.corewellhealth.org/west/donate/search/complete-gift?fid=7af5f13a-ca92-40e7-8cf3-a3ad62c47078
To purchase a sickle cell license plate, visit here! https://www.michigan.gov/sos/vehicle/license-plates/special-cause-fundraising-options
Join us for the 2nd Annual Sickle Cell Walk & Roll, a powerful community event dedicated to raising awareness, fostering connection, and advancing care for individuals living with sickle cell disease. This family-friendly event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities to walk, roll, or support in a way that is meaningful to them.
This year, we are excited to expand our reach by offering a virtual participation option, allowing supporters from across the regionand beyondto join us. Whether you attend in person or participate from home, your involvement helps amplify our mission and impact.
We also invite those who are unable to participate to contribute through direct donations, ensuring everyone has a way to support this important cause.
All proceeds from the Walk & Roll and donations will go directly to the Corewell Health Foundation, specifically supporting:
* Enhanced care delivery for individuals with sickle cell disease
* Innovative programs to improve patient outcomes
* Efforts to optimize treatment, reduce disparities, and elevate the patient experience
Together, we are building a future where individuals living with sickle cell disease receive equitable, compassionate, and cutting-edge care.
Races
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Sickle Cell Walk and Roll
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
Free
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VIRTUAL- Sickle Cell Walk and Roll
Free
Cant join us in person? You can still make a difference by participating virtually! Our Virtual Walk & Roll allows supporters from anywhere in the countryor around the worldto join the movement to raise awareness for sickle cell disease. Register as a virtual participant and complete your walk, run, roll, bike ride, or other favorite activity at a time and location thats convenient for you. Whether its around your neighborhood, on a treadmill, at a local park, or with family and friends, every step helps bring awareness, support patients and families affected by sickle cell disease, and advance advocacy efforts. Virtual participants who register before the T-shirt deadline will receive an official event T-shirt (shipping or pickup options may apply) and are encouraged to share photos and videos on social media using the event hashtag to help spread awareness. Together, no matter where we are, we can walk, roll, and make a difference.
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5950 Metro Way SW, Wyoming, 49519, MI, United States
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