Hope for Vision Campaign
- Date Sun 18th April 2027 - Sun 30th May 2027
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Rochester, Michigan
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 9th Annual Hope for Vision Walk on Sunday, April 18th, 2027, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Oakland University’s Recreation Center in Rochester, Michigan! This vibrant event is part of the United in Hope Weekend and welcomes participants of all ages, whether you choose to walk in person or virtually from anywhere in the world. Lace up your shoes and walk a mile on an indoor track while enjoying family-friendly activities, music from DJ Super Dave, and delicious refreshments.
The Hope for Vision Walk is more than just a fun morning; it’s a chance to support vital pediatric retinal disease research and community programs. Attendance is free, and we encourage participants to fundraise or donate—every contribution makes a difference! Those who raise at least $100 will receive a complimentary t-shirt as a token of appreciation. Come together with families, supporters, and advocates for a weekend filled with connection, learning, and impact. Let’s make strides towards a brighter future for children facing vision loss!
The Hope for Vision Walk is more than just a fun morning; it’s a chance to support vital pediatric retinal disease research and community programs. Attendance is free, and we encourage participants to fundraise or donate—every contribution makes a difference! Those who raise at least $100 will receive a complimentary t-shirt as a token of appreciation. Come together with families, supporters, and advocates for a weekend filled with connection, learning, and impact. Let’s make strides towards a brighter future for children facing vision loss!
Organiser's Description
THE PEDIATRIC RETINAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION (PRRF)
IS EXCITED TO HOST OUR
9TH ANNUAL HOPE FOR VISION WALK
SUNDAY, APRIL 18TH, 2027
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
VIRTUAL: WALK ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD
IN PERSON: OAKLAND UNIVERSITY - RECREATION CENTER
569 PIONEER DRIVE, 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 delicious 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!
WEEKEND OF CONNECTION, LEARNING & IMPACT
This event is part of PRRF's UNITED IN HOPE WEEKEND, taking place April 16 - Sunday, April 18 in and around Rochester, MI (with virtual options, as well!). Events include a WELCOME RECEPTION, FAMILY CONNECTION CONFERENCE, DINNER & CONNECTION RECEPTION, and the HOPE FOR VISION WALK. All events are free to attend and open to all ages. Come for one, some, or all. Your choice!
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 18TH 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 18th 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
9TH ANNUAL HOPE FOR VISION WALK
SUNDAY, APRIL 18TH, 2027
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
VIRTUAL: WALK ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD
IN PERSON: OAKLAND UNIVERSITY - RECREATION CENTER
569 PIONEER DRIVE, 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 delicious 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!
WEEKEND OF CONNECTION, LEARNING & IMPACT
This event is part of PRRF's UNITED IN HOPE WEEKEND, taking place April 16 - Sunday, April 18 in and around Rochester, MI (with virtual options, as well!). Events include a WELCOME RECEPTION, FAMILY CONNECTION CONFERENCE, DINNER & CONNECTION RECEPTION, and the HOPE FOR VISION WALK. All events are free to attend and open to all ages. Come for one, some, or all. Your choice!
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 18TH 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 18th 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.
Races
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2027 Hope for Vision Walk - in PERSON
Incl. Hope for Vision Walk 2027 T-Shirt
Sun 18th April 2027 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 16 OCT -
2027 Hope for Vision Walk - VIRTUAL
Incl. Hope for Vision Walk 2027 T-Shirt
Free
OPENS 16 OCT
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