Hope for Vision Campaign
- Date Sun 19th April 2026 - Sun 31st May 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Rochester, Michigan
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the 8th Annual Hope for Vision Walk, taking place on Sunday, April 19th, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Oakland University's Recreation Center in Rochester, Michigan. This exciting event is perfect for families and individuals of all ages, offering a unique opportunity to walk a mile on an indoor track while enjoying kid-friendly music and games with DJ Super Dave. Participants can also indulge in delicious Jersey Mike's subs and refreshments!
The Hope for Vision Walk is not just a fun-filled morning; it’s a chance to make a significant impact in the fight against pediatric retinal diseases. Whether you choose to participate in person or virtually from anywhere in the world, you can contribute by fundraising or donating to support vital research and community programs. Everyone who raises at least $100 will receive a free t-shirt! This year, the event has moved to spring, coinciding with the Family Connection Conference on Saturday, April 18th, which provides essential education and resources for families affected by these conditions. Together, let's walk for a brighter future and support families facing vision loss!
The Hope for Vision Walk is not just a fun-filled morning; it’s a chance to make a significant impact in the fight against pediatric retinal diseases. Whether you choose to participate in person or virtually from anywhere in the world, you can contribute by fundraising or donating to support vital research and community programs. Everyone who raises at least $100 will receive a free t-shirt! This year, the event has moved to spring, coinciding with the Family Connection Conference on Saturday, April 18th, which provides essential education and resources for families affected by these conditions. Together, let's walk for a brighter future and support families facing vision loss!
Organiser's Description
THE PEDIATRIC RETINAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION (PRRF)
IS EXCITED TO HOST OUR
8TH ANNUAL HOPE FOR VISION WALK
SUNDAY, APRIL 19TH, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
VIRTUAL: WALK ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD
IN PERSON: OAKLAND UNIVERSITY - RECREATION CENTER
569 PIONEER ROAD, ROCHESTER, MI 48309
FUN FOR ALL AGES FREE TO ATTEND FAMILY GAMES & ACTIVITES
Get ready for a family fun morning at the Hope for Vision Walk! Walk a mile on an indoor track, hang with DJ Super Dave as he plays kid-friendly music and games, and enjoy Jersey Mikes subs and refreshments. The event is free to attend and great for all ages! Participants are encouraged to fundraise and/or donate. Any amount, big or small, makes an impact. Everyone who raises at least $100 will receive a free t-shirt. Every step helps fund research and support families with children facing vision loss!
NEW THIS YEAR: THE HOPE FOR VISION WALK HAS MOVED FROM THE FALL TO THE SPRING!
A WEEKEND OF CONNECTION, LEARNING & IMPACT
Join with PRRF for a powerful weekend that educates, inspires, and unites. Saturday's FAMILY CONNECTION CONFERENCE brings education and resources to families affected by pediatric retinal diseases, while Sunday's HOPE FOR VISION WALK brings together our community to fund critical research and programs. Participate in one or both events, either virtually or in person at Oakland University.
OUR MISSION
THE MISSION OF THE PEDIATRIC RETINAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION (PRRF) IS TO RAISE AWARENESS OF PEDIATRIC RETINAL DISEASES, DRIVE RESEARCH, AND SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY OF AFFECTED INDIVIDUALS AND THEIR FAMILIES. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PEDIATRIC RETINAL DISEASES SUPPORTED BY PRRF, RESEARCH EFFORTS AND UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS, VISIT US AT PRRF.ORG [http://prrf.org].
ABOUT THE WALK
OUR ANNUAL HOPE FOR VISION WALK BRINGS TOGETHER SUPPORTERS, FAMILIES, AND ADVOCATES TO RAISE FUNDS AND AWARENESS FOR PEDIATRIC RETINAL DISEASE RESEARCH AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS. PARTICIPANTS CAN JOIN WITH US VIRTUALLY IN THEIR OWN COMMUNITIES OR IN-PERSON AT OAKLAND UNIVERSITY'S RECREATION CENTER.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
* Choose to participate IN PERSON or VIRTUALLY.
* Register an an INDIVIDUAL or CREATE/JOIN A TEAM.
* Receive a WALKER WELCOME KIT by email to get you started.
* Set a goal and invite FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND COLLEAGUES to donate to your page.
* Join us IN PERSON ON APRIL 19TH AT OAKLAND UNIVERSITY for a morning of walking and community activities. Or you can participate VIRTUALLY_ _by choosing your date, rallying your crew, and going for a walk!
* If you're participating in person, join us on April 19th at Oakland University for a fun morning of walking and
* Send your photos to INFO@PRRF.ORG to be featured and shared with the PRRF community.
HOW WILL THE FUNDS RAISED HELP PRRF?
FUNDS RAISED WILL ADVANCE PEDIATRIC RETINAL DISEASE RESEARCH WHILE STRENGTHENING PRRFS COMMUNITY PROGRAMS. SUPPORT WILL INCLUDE RESEARCH AT THE PEDIATRIC RETINAL RESEARCH LAB AT OAKLAND UNIVERSITY, THE OPHTHALMIC BIOBANK, SPONSORSHIP OF SUPER SCHOLARS AT OAKLAND UNIVERSITYS EYE RESEARCH INSTITUTE, AND PROGRAMS SUCH AS THE THROUGH OUR EYES PODCAST, THE ANNUAL FAMILY CONNECTION CONFERENCE, OUR COMMUNITY PORTAL AND MENTORSHIP PROGRAM, AND MORE.
IS EXCITED TO HOST OUR
8TH ANNUAL HOPE FOR VISION WALK
SUNDAY, APRIL 19TH, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
VIRTUAL: WALK ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD
IN PERSON: OAKLAND UNIVERSITY - RECREATION CENTER
569 PIONEER ROAD, ROCHESTER, MI 48309
FUN FOR ALL AGES FREE TO ATTEND FAMILY GAMES & ACTIVITES
Get ready for a family fun morning at the Hope for Vision Walk! Walk a mile on an indoor track, hang with DJ Super Dave as he plays kid-friendly music and games, and enjoy Jersey Mikes subs and refreshments. The event is free to attend and great for all ages! Participants are encouraged to fundraise and/or donate. Any amount, big or small, makes an impact. Everyone who raises at least $100 will receive a free t-shirt. Every step helps fund research and support families with children facing vision loss!
NEW THIS YEAR: THE HOPE FOR VISION WALK HAS MOVED FROM THE FALL TO THE SPRING!
A WEEKEND OF CONNECTION, LEARNING & IMPACT
Join with PRRF for a powerful weekend that educates, inspires, and unites. Saturday's FAMILY CONNECTION CONFERENCE brings education and resources to families affected by pediatric retinal diseases, while Sunday's HOPE FOR VISION WALK brings together our community to fund critical research and programs. Participate in one or both events, either virtually or in person at Oakland University.
OUR MISSION
THE MISSION OF THE PEDIATRIC RETINAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION (PRRF) IS TO RAISE AWARENESS OF PEDIATRIC RETINAL DISEASES, DRIVE RESEARCH, AND SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY OF AFFECTED INDIVIDUALS AND THEIR FAMILIES. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PEDIATRIC RETINAL DISEASES SUPPORTED BY PRRF, RESEARCH EFFORTS AND UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS, VISIT US AT PRRF.ORG [http://prrf.org].
ABOUT THE WALK
OUR ANNUAL HOPE FOR VISION WALK BRINGS TOGETHER SUPPORTERS, FAMILIES, AND ADVOCATES TO RAISE FUNDS AND AWARENESS FOR PEDIATRIC RETINAL DISEASE RESEARCH AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS. PARTICIPANTS CAN JOIN WITH US VIRTUALLY IN THEIR OWN COMMUNITIES OR IN-PERSON AT OAKLAND UNIVERSITY'S RECREATION CENTER.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
* Choose to participate IN PERSON or VIRTUALLY.
* Register an an INDIVIDUAL or CREATE/JOIN A TEAM.
* Receive a WALKER WELCOME KIT by email to get you started.
* Set a goal and invite FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND COLLEAGUES to donate to your page.
* Join us IN PERSON ON APRIL 19TH AT OAKLAND UNIVERSITY for a morning of walking and community activities. Or you can participate VIRTUALLY_ _by choosing your date, rallying your crew, and going for a walk!
* If you're participating in person, join us on April 19th at Oakland University for a fun morning of walking and
* Send your photos to INFO@PRRF.ORG to be featured and shared with the PRRF community.
HOW WILL THE FUNDS RAISED HELP PRRF?
FUNDS RAISED WILL ADVANCE PEDIATRIC RETINAL DISEASE RESEARCH WHILE STRENGTHENING PRRFS COMMUNITY PROGRAMS. SUPPORT WILL INCLUDE RESEARCH AT THE PEDIATRIC RETINAL RESEARCH LAB AT OAKLAND UNIVERSITY, THE OPHTHALMIC BIOBANK, SPONSORSHIP OF SUPER SCHOLARS AT OAKLAND UNIVERSITYS EYE RESEARCH INSTITUTE, AND PROGRAMS SUCH AS THE THROUGH OUR EYES PODCAST, THE ANNUAL FAMILY CONNECTION CONFERENCE, OUR COMMUNITY PORTAL AND MENTORSHIP PROGRAM, AND MORE.
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