VNA Stroll for Hospice
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Past event
12:00 PM CDT
Valparaiso, Indiana
Free–$107.00 · 7 races
Event summary
Get ready to join the fun at the VNA Stroll for Hospice on Sunday, May 4th, 2025, in beautiful Valparaiso, Porter! This unique event, themed "Heroes of the Galaxy: Walking for Hospice Care," invites participants of all ages to come together for an inspiring cause. As you stroll through the park, you'll not only enjoy a lively atmosphere filled with hotdogs, hamburgers, and a DJ spinning galactic tunes, but you'll also be raising vital funds for VNA Hospice, which has compassionately served nearly 19,000 patients and their families.
This year, walkers are encouraged to channel their inner Jedi, Sith, or any Star Wars character, making for a colorful display of costumes and creativity! Participants can walk various distances, all while collecting sponsorships to support hospice patients in need. With exciting activities like a bounce house for kids, face painting, and a photo booth to capture your memories, the day promises to be action-packed and filled with joy. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference while having a blast—register now and may the Force be with you as you walk for hope, love, and light!
This year, walkers are encouraged to channel their inner Jedi, Sith, or any Star Wars character, making for a colorful display of costumes and creativity! Participants can walk various distances, all while collecting sponsorships to support hospice patients in need. With exciting activities like a bounce house for kids, face painting, and a photo booth to capture your memories, the day promises to be action-packed and filled with joy. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference while having a blast—register now and may the Force be with you as you walk for hope, love, and light!
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Adult Entry
Incl. $2.50 Fee
+ Raise sponsorships to support your walk + Log the distance you walk in your own neighborhood + Check the real-time progress of your team and total miles walked for VNA of NWI Hospice
Entries closed12:00 PM CDT
$27.50
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Adult Entry with Event T-Shirt
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
+ Raise sponsorships to support your walk + Log the distance you walk in your own neighborhood + Check the real-time progress of your team and total miles walked for VNA of NWI Hospice
Entries closed12:00 PM CDT
$48.70
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Children Entry (under 18)
Entries closed12:00 PM CDT
Free
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Children Entry with Event T-Shirt (under 18)
Incl. $2.08 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed12:00 PM CDT
$20.08
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Virtual Stroll
VirtualCan't make it to the event? Join as a virtual stroll and track your own distance!
Entries closed12:00 PM CDT
Free
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Team Registration (6-15 people)
Incl. $7.00 Fee
Entries closed12:00 PM CDT
$107.00
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Additional Team Members (over your 15 person limit)
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Entries closed12:00 PM CDT
$11.60
Organiser's description
HEROES OF THE GALAXY: WALKING FOR HOSPICE CARE
The VNA Stroll for Hospice is more than just a walkits a mission across the galaxy to support VNA Hospice, which has provided compassionate end-of-life care to nearly 19,000 patients and their families. Each year, Jedi, Rebels, and allies from all corners of the universe come together to honor their loved ones and gather sponsorships to ensure that no one faces their journey alone, regardless of financial circumstances. With the Force of kindness and generosity, we can continue to bring comfort, dignity, and support to those in need. Together, we make the best days possible for our patients and their familiesnow and always.
ENJOY AN ACTION-PACKED DAY IN THE PARK FEATURING: Hotdogs & hamburgers grilled on-site, DJ spinning galactic tunes, Bounce house for the young Padawans, Face painting and kids crafts, Photo Booth to capture memories, Raffle baskets, 50/50 drawing & more!
Take your first step toward the lightregister and start collecting sponsorships today! Every dollar raised supports hospice patients and their families, ensuring compassionate care when its needed most.
MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU AS WE WALK FOR HOPE, FOR LOVE, AND FOR THE LIGHT!
REGISTERING & JOINING TEAMS
If you would like to register a team for the event, simply select the "Team Registration (6-15 people)" option above. When prompted to Create or Join a team, Select "Yes" and create your team. You can give your team a password if you would like to restrict who can join.
To join a team that has already been created, simply select any registration option above, and the _price of your registration will be adjusted automatically_. When prompted to join a team, select "Yes", and select your team from the drop down menu. You can also find the team you would like to join here https://www.strollforhospice.org/RaceGroups/108514, and click "Join Team".
COLLECT SPONSORSHIPS TO SUPPORT YOUR STROLL
When you register, youll be able to create your own personal sponsorship page, post photos and tell your loved ones story. Encourage your friends and families to
support your stroll and help VNA Hospice continue to Make Best Days Possible.
MAKE GETTING SPONSORSHIPS EASY!
* Have your supporters use Text-to-Give: Text D7604 to 49514
* Share your fundraising page on social mediapost your reason for walking, share pictures, and encourage friends and family to donate. A simple post or email can make a huge impact!.
* You may also use the sponsorship form below to collect donations.
Every dollar raised helps VNA Hospice continue to provide compassionate care to patients and families in our community. May the Force be with you as you fundraise for this incredible cause!
SPONSORSHIP REWARDS:
* Raise $50 Receive commemorative lightsaber to light the way!
* Raise $100+ Get a lightsaber AND a personalized memorial sign displayed along the walk to honor your loved one.
* Raise $500 - Receive a lightsaber, memorial sign and a free Star Wars Stroll t-shirt while supplies last.
* Raise $1,000 + - Get a lightsaber, a memorial sign, a free t-shirt and a plaque in memory of your loved one placed at the VNA Hospice Center.
Set up your own Sponsor Page ("Become a Fundraiser") to help support the cause. https://www.strollforhospice.org/Race/Donate/108514/BecomeFundraiser
SUIT UP, STAR WARS FANS!
Whether youre a fearless Jedi, a legendary Sith Lord, a loyal droid, or a fierce Wookiee, this is your chance to show off your best Star Wars-inspired costume or team theme at the VNA Stroll for Hospice!
SPIRIT AWARD: The winning individual or team will be crowned Grand Marshal of the 2026 Stroll for Hospice, leading next years event in galactic style!
HOW TO ENTER: Dress to impress in your best Star Wars-themed costume or coordinate with your team for an epic group look.
JUDGING: Our panel of Jedi Masters (and maybe a Sith or two) will be on the lookout for creativity, attention to detail, and mostly, overall Star Wars spirit!
The VNA Stroll for Hospice is more than just a walkits a mission across the galaxy to support VNA Hospice, which has provided compassionate end-of-life care to nearly 19,000 patients and their families. Each year, Jedi, Rebels, and allies from all corners of the universe come together to honor their loved ones and gather sponsorships to ensure that no one faces their journey alone, regardless of financial circumstances. With the Force of kindness and generosity, we can continue to bring comfort, dignity, and support to those in need. Together, we make the best days possible for our patients and their familiesnow and always.
ENJOY AN ACTION-PACKED DAY IN THE PARK FEATURING: Hotdogs & hamburgers grilled on-site, DJ spinning galactic tunes, Bounce house for the young Padawans, Face painting and kids crafts, Photo Booth to capture memories, Raffle baskets, 50/50 drawing & more!
Take your first step toward the lightregister and start collecting sponsorships today! Every dollar raised supports hospice patients and their families, ensuring compassionate care when its needed most.
MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU AS WE WALK FOR HOPE, FOR LOVE, AND FOR THE LIGHT!
REGISTERING & JOINING TEAMS
If you would like to register a team for the event, simply select the "Team Registration (6-15 people)" option above. When prompted to Create or Join a team, Select "Yes" and create your team. You can give your team a password if you would like to restrict who can join.
To join a team that has already been created, simply select any registration option above, and the _price of your registration will be adjusted automatically_. When prompted to join a team, select "Yes", and select your team from the drop down menu. You can also find the team you would like to join here https://www.strollforhospice.org/RaceGroups/108514, and click "Join Team".
COLLECT SPONSORSHIPS TO SUPPORT YOUR STROLL
When you register, youll be able to create your own personal sponsorship page, post photos and tell your loved ones story. Encourage your friends and families to
support your stroll and help VNA Hospice continue to Make Best Days Possible.
MAKE GETTING SPONSORSHIPS EASY!
* Have your supporters use Text-to-Give: Text D7604 to 49514
* Share your fundraising page on social mediapost your reason for walking, share pictures, and encourage friends and family to donate. A simple post or email can make a huge impact!.
* You may also use the sponsorship form below to collect donations.
Every dollar raised helps VNA Hospice continue to provide compassionate care to patients and families in our community. May the Force be with you as you fundraise for this incredible cause!
SPONSORSHIP REWARDS:
* Raise $50 Receive commemorative lightsaber to light the way!
* Raise $100+ Get a lightsaber AND a personalized memorial sign displayed along the walk to honor your loved one.
* Raise $500 - Receive a lightsaber, memorial sign and a free Star Wars Stroll t-shirt while supplies last.
* Raise $1,000 + - Get a lightsaber, a memorial sign, a free t-shirt and a plaque in memory of your loved one placed at the VNA Hospice Center.
Set up your own Sponsor Page ("Become a Fundraiser") to help support the cause. https://www.strollforhospice.org/Race/Donate/108514/BecomeFundraiser
SUIT UP, STAR WARS FANS!
Whether youre a fearless Jedi, a legendary Sith Lord, a loyal droid, or a fierce Wookiee, this is your chance to show off your best Star Wars-inspired costume or team theme at the VNA Stroll for Hospice!
SPIRIT AWARD: The winning individual or team will be crowned Grand Marshal of the 2026 Stroll for Hospice, leading next years event in galactic style!
HOW TO ENTER: Dress to impress in your best Star Wars-themed costume or coordinate with your team for an epic group look.
JUDGING: Our panel of Jedi Masters (and maybe a Sith or two) will be on the lookout for creativity, attention to detail, and mostly, overall Star Wars spirit!
Location
Central Park Plaza, Home to the Northwest Health Amphitheater, 68 Lafayette St, Valparaiso, 46383, IN, United States
VNA Stroll for Hospice
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