Everybody In! Walk/Move For Perkins

Saturday, October 5, 2024 Past event

9:30 AM EDT

Watertown, Massachusetts

$10.00 · 2 races

5km

Event summary

Get ready to join the movement at the Everybody In! Walk/Move For Perkins on Saturday, October 5th, 2024, in the picturesque Watertown, Middlesex. This vibrant community event invites participants to walk, roll, or move through the scenic Perkins School for the Blind campus, the enlightening Braille Trail, and alongside the beautiful Charles River. It’s an opportunity to support children with disabilities and their families while raising awareness about the importance of inclusivity.

After the walk, celebrate with the community at the finish line featuring delicious food trucks, a delightful petting zoo, and a variety of fun activities for families. Whether you’re local or joining virtually, your participation can make a difference! This event not only fosters connection but also promotes the belief that every child can learn and thrive anywhere in the world. Don’t miss out on being part of this uplifting experience!

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Sep 30, 2023

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Everybody In! Walk/Move for Perkins

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Its time to build a world where every child has the opportunity to learn. Join us on Saturday, October 5 at Perkins School for the Blind and help build a world that sees people with disabilities for what they can do, not what they cant. Our annual 3.7 mile walk begins at our historic, picturesque campus and runs alongside the Charles River and through Watertowns Braille Trail in support of disability inclusion. At the finish line, enjoy a festival of activities like historical campus tours, childrens activities, musical performances and more. Please note: Children under five (5) are free!

9:30 AM EDT

$10.00

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Virtual Everybody In! Walk/Move for Perkins
Virtual

Its time to build a world where every child has the opportunity to learn. Join us on Saturday, October 5 from any location and help build a world that sees people with disabilities for what they can do, not what they cant. Please note: Children under five (5) are free!

9:30 AM EDT

$10.00

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Organiser's description

Walk, roll, move with us, and be a part of a global community working to help kids with disabilities find their place in the world.

Join us on Saturday, October 5th, for a beautiful community event on the Perkins School for the Blinds campus, through Watertowns Braille Trail and along the Charles River in support of children with disabilities and their families.

Celebrate with our community at the finish line, with food trucks, a petting zoo and a variety of activities for families.

ABOUT OUR MISSION

EVERYBODY IN! WALK/MOVE IS A COMMUNITY-BUILDING EVENT DESIGNED TO RAISE AWARENESS OF THE NEED TO UNLOCK OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN THE U.S. AND AROUND THE WORLD.

At Perkins, we believe every child can learn, anywhere.

ARE YOU IN?

Heres how you can get involved:

BECOME A SPONSOR! Show your support for a more inclusive world by sponsoring the annual walk/move. Email [email protected] to learn more.

REGISTER FOR THE EVENT. Not local? No problem, we have a virtual option.

START A FUNDRAISER. Help us raise awareness by creating your own Team Fundraiser and walk/move team. Check out the Team Captain Guide https://runsignup.com/Race/5KWalkForPerkins/Page-15 for ideas on how to get started.

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER! We have amazing opportunities available for anyone interested in supporting our mission to unlock opportunities for children with disabilities. Contact [email protected] to learn more.