WALK WITH PURPOSE. WALK WITH COMPASSION.

PALLIUM INDIA and VANITHA are bringing you the SECOND ANNUAL PALLIUM INDIA BAY AREA WALKATHON, a communitydriven event dedicated to raising awareness about palliative care and supporting Pallium Indias mission to PROVIDE COMPASSIONATE CARE TO PATIENTS AND FAMILIES facing serious illness.

After a meaningful and energizing inaugural Pallium India Bay Area Walkathon in 2025, were excited to return with an even bigger and more impactful event in 2026-bringing together supporters, volunteers, families, and organizations who believe in care with dignity.

TIP

Registration opens on January 31, 2026, with an EARLYBIRD PRICE OF $19.99. Prices increase to $24.99 after February 22, so register early to save! Please also check out the GROUP PRICING OPTIONS and consider SIGNING UP WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY to get SPECIAL DISCOUNTS of up to $4 per registrant.

RACE OPTIONS FOR ALL AGES & ABILITIES

Whether youre a casual walker or an experienced runner, there's a perfect route for everyone:

* 1K Fun Walk Perfect for children, seniors, and families
* 3K Walk A friendly, accessible distance for all
* 5K Walk A great challenge for fitness enthusiasts
* 10K Walk For those looking to push their limits while supporting a meaningful cause

WHY WE WALK

Every step you take helps:

* Increase awareness of palliative care and why it matters
* Support Pallium Indias programs that bring comfort, dignity, and essential care
* Empower volunteers and caregivers through training and community outreach
* Raise funds for homebased care, medications, counseling, and support services

JOIN US

Bring your energy, your friends, and your heart.

Together, we can build a more compassionate world - one step at a time.

ABOUT PALLIUM INDIA

Pallium India is one of the pioneering nonprofits working to reduce serious healthrelated suffering across India.

The organization provides palliative care for people living with cancer, chronic illnesses, neurological conditions, and other lifelimiting diseases. Through homecare services, hospital programs, and community outreach, Pallium India brings pain relief, emotional support, and dignity directly to those who need it most. Its foodkit and educationsupport programs help stabilize vulnerable families affected by illness.

Every year, Pallium India trains thousands of doctors, nurses, and caregivers through its WHO Collaborating Centre, strengthening palliativecare capacity nationwide. The organization also advocates for better access to essential pain medications and compassionate care. Its communitybased model empowers volunteers, families, and local groups to participate meaningfully in patient support. Publicawareness efforts encourage early access to palliative care and help shift perceptions around serious illness.

Founded by Dr. M. R. Rajagopal Padma Shri awardee and threetime Nobel Peace Prize nominee Pallium India continues to bring relief, dignity, and hope to thousands each year.

Learn more: HTTPS://PALLIUMINDIAUSA.ORG/ [https://palliumindiausa.org/]

COORGANIZER

VANITHA https://vaNITHA-CA.ORG/ [https://vanitha-ca.org/] - a volunteerdriven nonprofit supporting communities through education and charitable service.

OUR SPONSORS

RFC (RELIEF FROM CANCER) https://www.RELIEFFROMCANCER.ORG/ [https://www.relieffromcancer.org/] - a nonprofit that raises funds and promotes awareness to support cancer prevention, treatment education, and patient assistance.

CASCADE CALIFORNIA REALTY / MANOJ THOMAS - HTTPS://CaSCADEREALTORS.COM/ [https://cascaderealtors.com/] - a seasoned professional with fifteen years of experience in San Francisco Bay Area real estate, Manoj combines deep market knowledge with unwavering dedication to his clients. As an active investor himself, he brings firsthand experience to guide clients through one of the biggest investments of their lives.

OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS

MANCA - HTTPS://MANCAONLINE.ORG/ [https://mancaonline.org/] - a nonprofit founded in 1985, connecting thousands of Malayalee families across Northern California through yearround cultural, social, and charitable programs - Onam, Christmas, picnics, cultural festivals - preserving Kerala heritage, nurturing bonds, and strengthening community.

FESTIVAL OF GLOBE FOGSV.ORG - HTTPS://FOGSV.COM/ [https://fogsv.com/] - a nonprofit celebrating global cultures through the Festival of Globe in Silicon Valley, combining film, arts, dance, cultural events, and charitable initiatives supporting youth, seniors, hunger relief, and womens empowerment.

MOHAM - HTTPS://MOHAMFOUNDATION.COM/ [https://mohamfoundation.com/] - a nonprofit communityservice organization for Malayali families in MountainHouse/Tracy, CA uniting the community through cultural, educational, charitable initiatives - promoting Malayalam, heritage, festivals, scholarships, social support.

NSS CA - https://wWW.NSSCA.US/ [https://www.nssca.us/] - a nonprofit committed to promoting social harmony, removing barriers to social development, and advancing collective wellbeing through education, welfare initiatives, selfhelp groups, and sustainable models that foster responsibility, unity, and longterm selfreliance.

HAYWARD SILICON VALLEY LIONS CLUB - HTTPS://SVILIONSFOUNDATION.ORG/LIONS-CLUB [https://svilionsfoundation.org/lions-club] - part of the worlds largest service club organization, dedicated to bettering the quality of life of the less fortunate people in our community and around the world.

WALKATHON DAY FAQ

1. Start Time:

* 9 - 9.15 am: Registration
* 9.15 am: Flag Off Event (Staggered start)
* 12.00 pm: End of Event

Registration booths will be at the Lions 1 Picnic Area (https://maps.app.goo.gl/QKZ77x1J2VrC2raz9), Central Park, Fremont (40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont, CA 94538) (Right next to the Visitors Center)

2. Where can I find the trail map?

1K Map - https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6693081828/

3K Map - https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6693084637

5K Map - https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6693085395

10K Map - https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6693086726

3, Are kids allowed? Can we bring strollers?
Yes and Yes.

4. Is it an easy/moderate/hard trail?
It is mostly flat and an easy trail.

5. Is there Restroom access?
Yes. Restroom facilities within the park can be leveraged.

6. Trail User Code Of Conduct

6.a. You are expected to follow Park Use Rules
6.b. No person shall travel on a trail in a negligent manner. For the purposes of this section "travel on a trail in a negligent manner" shall be construed to mean any form of travel on a trail in such a manner as to endanger or be likely to endanger any persons or property.
6.c. Every person who shall use or travel on a trail shall obey the Model Trail User Code of Conduct below.
6.d. USING A TRAIL. Every person using a trail shall stay as near to the right side of the trail as is safe, excepting those movements necessary to prepare to make, or make, turning movements,or while overtaking and passing another user moving in the same direction.
6.e. REGARD FOR OTHER TRAIL USERS. Every user shall exercise due care and caution to avoid colliding with any other trail user. All users shall travel in a consistent and predictable manner.
6.f. GROUPS ON TRAIL. No group of trail users, including their animal(s), shall occupy more than one half of the trails measured from the right side, so as to impede the normal and reasonable movement of trail users.
6.g. AUDIBLE SIGNAL WHEN PASSING. Every user shall give an audible warning signal before passing another trail user. The signal must be produced in such a manner as to allow adequate time for response. The signal may be given by voice, bell or horn.
6.h. OVERTAKING TRAIL USERS ON THE LEFT. Any trail user overtaking another trail user proceeding in the same direction shall pass on the left of such an overtaken user at a safe distance, and shall stay in the left until safely clear of the overtaken user.
6.i. ENTERING AND CROSSING TRAIL. Trail users entering or crossing the trail at uncontrolled points shall yield to traffic on the trail.