The PetPromise Walk for the Animals
- Date Sun 28th September 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Columbus, Ohio
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Last chance to enter
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Event summary
Join us for the PetPromise Walk for the Animals on Sunday, September 28, 2025, in beautiful Columbus, Franklin! This uplifting event is not just a walk; it's a heartfelt mission to give homeless cats and dogs a second chance at life. Participants will embark on a spirited 1-mile walk through the vibrant streets of downtown Columbus, uniting animal lovers of all ages to raise awareness and funds for PetPromise's essential work in rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming.
After the walk, enjoy a day filled with fun at Genoa Park, featuring a lively Sponsors & Vendors Marketplace, delicious food trucks, and live music by Rhythm & Rust. With over 25 local artisans and makers showcasing their unique creations, there's something for everyone! Whether you’re walking with your furry friend, gathering a team, or simply supporting the cause, every step you take is a powerful stride towards saving lives. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community while celebrating the joy of animals in need. Register today, fundraise, and be part of a movement that truly makes a difference!
After the walk, enjoy a day filled with fun at Genoa Park, featuring a lively Sponsors & Vendors Marketplace, delicious food trucks, and live music by Rhythm & Rust. With over 25 local artisans and makers showcasing their unique creations, there's something for everyone! Whether you’re walking with your furry friend, gathering a team, or simply supporting the cause, every step you take is a powerful stride towards saving lives. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community while celebrating the joy of animals in need. Register today, fundraise, and be part of a movement that truly makes a difference!
Organiser's Description
WALK FOR HOPE. WALK FOR CHANGE. WALK FOR THE ANIMALS.
The PetPromise Walk for the Animals is more than just a walk its a powerful community event dedicated to giving homeless cats and dogs a second chance. This impactful fundraising event brings together people of all ages who care about dogs and cats to support PetPromises mission: rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming. Whether youre walking solo, forming a team, or fundraising with friends, every step you take helps save lives and raise awareness about the pet overpopulation crisis. After the walk, stick around and enjoy a full day of fun at Genoa Park with Washington Boulevard lined with sponsor booths, artisan vendors, and over 25 local makers. Grab a bite from delicious food trucks, sip refreshing drinks, and relax by the Scioto River while enjoying live music from Rhythm & Rust.
COME FOR THE CAUSE, STAY FOR THE CELEBRATION AND HELP MAKE A LASTING DIFFERENCE FOR ANIMALS IN NEED.
WALK & FUNDRAISE!
FUNDRAISING WALK FOR CATS & DOGS IN NEED
Register and FUNDRAISE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/189610/BecomeFundraiser] to save the lives of abandoned and abused dogs and cats.
(EVERY DOLLAR RAISED CAN HELP US SAVE ANOTHER LIFE!)
This walk isn't just about fun it's about having an impact! When people who care about animals like you come together, incredible things happen. When you walk for animals, you walk for more lifesaving medical treatments, more animals rescued from abuse and neglect, and more resources provided to pets in need in underserved communities. Every dollar that you raise supports pets that need us. Be part of a powerful movement as hundreds of people and their pets come together in a 1-mile walk through the streets of downtown Columbus to fundraise and raise awareness about pet overpopulation and how rescue, education, spay/neuter, and adoption are the keys to ending it.
WALK WITH PURPOSE. WALK WITH HEART. WALK FOR THE ANIMALS.
MARKETPLACE & ENTERTAINMENT
Before and after the walk, explore the Sponsors & Vendors Marketplace, featuring curated local artisans and makers offering handmade and one-of-a-kind finds. Connect with the sponsors who help make PetPromises mission possible saving the lives of hundreds of cats and dogs each year.
Enjoy delicious bites from local food trucks, relax with friends and pets along the scenic Scioto River, and soak in the sounds of Rhythm & Rust performing live. Its the perfect way to spend your day downtown shopping, eating, and celebrating the impact youre making for animals in need.
Free Admission | Open to the Public
JOIN US TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
SIGN UP TO WALK
Join PetPromise and fellow animal lovers in a meaningful walk to raise awareness and support for homeless and abused cats and dogs. Whether you're walking with your pup, pushing your cat in a stroller, or simply showing up in solidarity when you walk for animals, every step is a second chance for another pet.
REGISTER TO WALK [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=189610]
FUNDRAISE TO SAVE LIVES
*ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS THAT RAISE $50+ WILL RECEIVE A COMMEMORATIVE T-SHIRT to memorialize their participation and show your concern for homeless, neglected, and abused dogs and cats in need
*RAISE $50+ ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 31ST and you will receive your t-shirt PRIOR to event day to wear for the Walk.
START YOUR FUNDRAISER [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/189610/BecomeFundraiser]
BECOME A SPONSOR
Support the PetPromise Walk for the Animals in a big way by becoming a sponsor. Your partnership helps fund lifesaving programs and shows your commitment to animal welfare in our community.
VIEW SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES [https://form.jotform.com/252290828733058]
APPLY TO BE A MARKETPLACE VENDOR
Join our vibrant Maker's Marketplace (you must be selling handmade or crafted goods) and connect with hundreds of people in our community that care about animals. This is a great opportunity to showcase your work and support a cause that matters.
APPLY TO BECOME A VENDOR [https://www.jotform.com/build/252195399742166]
The PetPromise Walk for the Animals is more than just a walk its a powerful community event dedicated to giving homeless cats and dogs a second chance. This impactful fundraising event brings together people of all ages who care about dogs and cats to support PetPromises mission: rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming. Whether youre walking solo, forming a team, or fundraising with friends, every step you take helps save lives and raise awareness about the pet overpopulation crisis. After the walk, stick around and enjoy a full day of fun at Genoa Park with Washington Boulevard lined with sponsor booths, artisan vendors, and over 25 local makers. Grab a bite from delicious food trucks, sip refreshing drinks, and relax by the Scioto River while enjoying live music from Rhythm & Rust.
COME FOR THE CAUSE, STAY FOR THE CELEBRATION AND HELP MAKE A LASTING DIFFERENCE FOR ANIMALS IN NEED.
WALK & FUNDRAISE!
FUNDRAISING WALK FOR CATS & DOGS IN NEED
Register and FUNDRAISE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/189610/BecomeFundraiser] to save the lives of abandoned and abused dogs and cats.
(EVERY DOLLAR RAISED CAN HELP US SAVE ANOTHER LIFE!)
This walk isn't just about fun it's about having an impact! When people who care about animals like you come together, incredible things happen. When you walk for animals, you walk for more lifesaving medical treatments, more animals rescued from abuse and neglect, and more resources provided to pets in need in underserved communities. Every dollar that you raise supports pets that need us. Be part of a powerful movement as hundreds of people and their pets come together in a 1-mile walk through the streets of downtown Columbus to fundraise and raise awareness about pet overpopulation and how rescue, education, spay/neuter, and adoption are the keys to ending it.
WALK WITH PURPOSE. WALK WITH HEART. WALK FOR THE ANIMALS.
MARKETPLACE & ENTERTAINMENT
Before and after the walk, explore the Sponsors & Vendors Marketplace, featuring curated local artisans and makers offering handmade and one-of-a-kind finds. Connect with the sponsors who help make PetPromises mission possible saving the lives of hundreds of cats and dogs each year.
Enjoy delicious bites from local food trucks, relax with friends and pets along the scenic Scioto River, and soak in the sounds of Rhythm & Rust performing live. Its the perfect way to spend your day downtown shopping, eating, and celebrating the impact youre making for animals in need.
Free Admission | Open to the Public
JOIN US TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
SIGN UP TO WALK
Join PetPromise and fellow animal lovers in a meaningful walk to raise awareness and support for homeless and abused cats and dogs. Whether you're walking with your pup, pushing your cat in a stroller, or simply showing up in solidarity when you walk for animals, every step is a second chance for another pet.
REGISTER TO WALK [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=189610]
FUNDRAISE TO SAVE LIVES
*ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS THAT RAISE $50+ WILL RECEIVE A COMMEMORATIVE T-SHIRT to memorialize their participation and show your concern for homeless, neglected, and abused dogs and cats in need
*RAISE $50+ ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 31ST and you will receive your t-shirt PRIOR to event day to wear for the Walk.
START YOUR FUNDRAISER [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/189610/BecomeFundraiser]
BECOME A SPONSOR
Support the PetPromise Walk for the Animals in a big way by becoming a sponsor. Your partnership helps fund lifesaving programs and shows your commitment to animal welfare in our community.
VIEW SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES [https://form.jotform.com/252290828733058]
APPLY TO BE A MARKETPLACE VENDOR
Join our vibrant Maker's Marketplace (you must be selling handmade or crafted goods) and connect with hundreds of people in our community that care about animals. This is a great opportunity to showcase your work and support a cause that matters.
APPLY TO BECOME A VENDOR [https://www.jotform.com/build/252195399742166]
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The PetPromise Walk for the Animals
