Braille Trail Walk for Independence ⠠⠇⠊⠕⠝⠎⠀⠠⠎⠻⠧⠊⠉⠑⠎
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Charlotte, North Carolina
- Price $25.00 - $50.00
- Races 3 races
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Event summary
Join us for the uplifting Fourth Annual Braille Trail Walk for Independence on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in beautiful Charlotte, Mecklenburg! This exciting event kicks off at 9:00 AM and invites participants of all abilities to walk a scenic 2-mile stretch on the Charlotte Braille Trail at Lions Services. Whether you’re walking in person or virtually from anywhere, your participation helps empower blind and low vision adults through vital support programs.
As you step onto the trail, you’ll be contributing to a fantastic cause aimed at fostering inclusion and providing essential resources such as vocational rehabilitation, employment opportunities, and assistive technology. With a goal to raise $100,000, your involvement can make a significant difference in the lives of many. The day will be filled with joy, featuring a celebration from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, complete with food, music, and exciting giveaways. Don’t miss the chance to make a positive impact—register today and help us walk toward a brighter future!
As you step onto the trail, you’ll be contributing to a fantastic cause aimed at fostering inclusion and providing essential resources such as vocational rehabilitation, employment opportunities, and assistive technology. With a goal to raise $100,000, your involvement can make a significant difference in the lives of many. The day will be filled with joy, featuring a celebration from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, complete with food, music, and exciting giveaways. Don’t miss the chance to make a positive impact—register today and help us walk toward a brighter future!
Organiser's Description
Fourth Annual Braille Trail Walk for Independence
Saturday, October 3, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Join us for the Braille Trail Walk supporting Lions Services, a Charlotte nonprofit empowering blind and low vision adults. Walk 2 miles on the Charlotte Braille Trail at Lions Services or join virtually from anywhere! Participants of all abilities are welcome. Volunteer walking guides will be available.
Our Cause
Your support creates greater inclusion for people who are blind or visually impaired. Proceeds fund vocational rehabilitation, employment opportunities, assistive technology, and wellness programs. Our goal: $100,000. Every step and dollar makes a difference!
STEP 1: REGISTER TODAY
Start a team, join a team, or register as an individual participant.
STEP 2: START FUNDRAISING - TOGETHER WE ARE STRONGER!
Start a Fundraiser: Launch your own campaign on our RunSignUp click the Become a Fundraiser button on the top right of the page. Then invite your friends, family & coworkers to join and support you.
Event Day Schedule
8:30 AM Packet Pick-Up
8:40 AM Welcome & Announcements
9:00 AM Walk Starts
10:00 AM12:00 PM Celebration with food, music, and giveaways
Refund & Weather Policy: Registration is non-refundable. Event held rain or shine unless severe weather occurs; updates via social media, website, and email.
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
Saturday, October 3, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Join us for the Braille Trail Walk supporting Lions Services, a Charlotte nonprofit empowering blind and low vision adults. Walk 2 miles on the Charlotte Braille Trail at Lions Services or join virtually from anywhere! Participants of all abilities are welcome. Volunteer walking guides will be available.
Our Cause
Your support creates greater inclusion for people who are blind or visually impaired. Proceeds fund vocational rehabilitation, employment opportunities, assistive technology, and wellness programs. Our goal: $100,000. Every step and dollar makes a difference!
STEP 1: REGISTER TODAY
Start a team, join a team, or register as an individual participant.
STEP 2: START FUNDRAISING - TOGETHER WE ARE STRONGER!
Start a Fundraiser: Launch your own campaign on our RunSignUp click the Become a Fundraiser button on the top right of the page. Then invite your friends, family & coworkers to join and support you.
Event Day Schedule
8:30 AM Packet Pick-Up
8:40 AM Welcome & Announcements
9:00 AM Walk Starts
10:00 AM12:00 PM Celebration with food, music, and giveaways
Refund & Weather Policy: Registration is non-refundable. Event held rain or shine unless severe weather occurs; updates via social media, website, and email.
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
Races
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Walk for Independence- Registration & Sponsor a Low Vision Team Member to Join the Walk!
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$50.00
Because of you a with low vision team member from Lions Services can attend the event for free. You both receive a t-shirt. Race director will coordinate shirt size with the sponsored low vision team member from Lions Services. -
Walk for Independence
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$35.00
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Support Us From Home
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$25.00
If you're unable to attend the walk in person, you have the option to participate by walking from home and making a donation to support the cause.
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Lions Services Inc. 4600 North Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28213, Charlotte, 28213, NC, United States
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