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 for the 2nd Annual Sickle Cell Walk and Roll on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 2225 Main St SW, Wyoming, MI. This uplifting community event aims to raise awareness and support for individuals living with sickle cell disease while fostering connections among participants of all ages and abilities. Whether you choose to walk, roll, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation will help amplify our mission to improve care and outcomes for those affected by this condition.
Rain or shine, we’re ready to celebrate our Sickle Cell Warriors! In the event of inclement weather, we have an indoor option available, complete with ponchos to keep you stylish and dry. Enjoy free food, Kona Ice desserts, face painting, DJ music, a photo booth, vendor booths, and games! Be sure to sign up by August 28 to secure your event shirt and commemorative medal. Your involvement not only raises awareness but also directly benefits the Corewell Health Foundation, supporting essential programs and services for individuals with sickle cell disease. Come be part of this meaningful day and help us build a brighter future for those living with sickle cell!
Rain or shine, we’re ready to celebrate our Sickle Cell Warriors! In the event of inclement weather, we have an indoor option available, complete with ponchos to keep you stylish and dry. Enjoy free food, Kona Ice desserts, face painting, DJ music, a photo booth, vendor booths, and games! Be sure to sign up by August 28 to secure your event shirt and commemorative medal. Your involvement not only raises awareness but also directly benefits the Corewell Health Foundation, supporting essential programs and services for individuals with sickle cell disease. Come be part of this meaningful day and help us build a brighter future for those living with sickle cell!
Organiser's Description
INDOOR RAIN OPTION AVAILABLE! STILL SIGN UP! WE WILL EMAIL DETAILS WITH ABBREVIATED SCHEDULE! CHECK YOUR EMAIL ON DAY OF EVENT!
A LITTLE RAIN WONT STOP OUR SICKLE CELL WARRIORS!
New Address: 2225 Main St SW
Wyoming, MI 49519 for rain day
AND LADIES WE KNOW THE HAIR MATTERS. WELL HAVE PONCHOS AVAILABLE TO HELP KEEP THOSE CURLS, COILS, SILK PRESSES, BRAIDS, AND EDGES PROTECTED.
WEVE GOT YOU COVERED LITERALLY AND FIGURATIVELY. UMBRELLA WITH RAIN DROPS WE'RE HEADING INDOORS--FAMILY REUNION STYLE!
JOIN US LIVE ON FACEBOOK DURING THE EVENT HERE: FACEBOOK LIVE STREAM [https://www.facebook.com/share/1K8FQchgTK/?mibextid=wwXIfr]
Sign up before August 28 to be guaranteed a shirt and commemorative medal!
Location: NEW ADDRESS: 2225 Main St SW, Wyoming, MI NOTED CHANGE IN LOCATION D/T RAIN!
Free Food! Free Kona Ice Dessert, Face Painting, DJ music entertainment, Photo Booth, vendor booths and games! Come join us!
To volunteer, sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DA8A72EA0FEC34-64324652-2026
TO DONATE BLOOD: https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11647033
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.
A LITTLE RAIN WONT STOP OUR SICKLE CELL WARRIORS!
New Address: 2225 Main St SW
Wyoming, MI 49519 for rain day
AND LADIES WE KNOW THE HAIR MATTERS. WELL HAVE PONCHOS AVAILABLE TO HELP KEEP THOSE CURLS, COILS, SILK PRESSES, BRAIDS, AND EDGES PROTECTED.
WEVE GOT YOU COVERED LITERALLY AND FIGURATIVELY. UMBRELLA WITH RAIN DROPS WE'RE HEADING INDOORS--FAMILY REUNION STYLE!
JOIN US LIVE ON FACEBOOK DURING THE EVENT HERE: FACEBOOK LIVE STREAM [https://www.facebook.com/share/1K8FQchgTK/?mibextid=wwXIfr]
Sign up before August 28 to be guaranteed a shirt and commemorative medal!
Location: NEW ADDRESS: 2225 Main St SW, Wyoming, MI NOTED CHANGE IN LOCATION D/T RAIN!
Free Food! Free Kona Ice Dessert, Face Painting, DJ music entertainment, Photo Booth, vendor booths and games! Come join us!
To volunteer, sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DA8A72EA0FEC34-64324652-2026
TO DONATE BLOOD: https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11647033
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
CLOSED -
VIRTUAL- Sickle Cell Walk and Roll
Free
CLOSEDCant 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. Submit photos of you doing the race remotely to: sicklecellwalkandroll@gmail.com to be used in future promotions. By sending the photos, you agree to have your image and likeness used for future publicity materials.
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