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THE EVENT

The third annual Walk Her Way 5K is a walk/run fundraiser with a goal to raise $150,000 in support of Compassion House Foundation.

Participants can register either as an individual or a team, fundraise in advance, then complete a 5km walk during the virtual event period of May 11-31st, 2023. Check out our Participant Guide for more details!

Walk Her Way 5K is about stepping into her shoes in a symbolic show of solidarity. Dedicate your fundraiser to a woman in your life affected by cancer, wherever she is in her cancer journey, or in memory of a loved one who has since passed.

NOW BEING HELD VIRTUALLY FROM MAY 11 – 31ST! 

THE CAUSE

Walk Her Way 5K raises critical funding for Compassion House Foundation, helping to ease the distress of the cancer journey for women through Sorrentino’s Compassion House, post-treatment programs, financial support, and reliable operations. Proceeds from the event will be used towards the greatest area of need at the time.

Your support helps women battling cancer find comfort, connection, and community during a time when they need it most.

GET INVOLVED

Join us as we step into her shoes and Walk Her Way to help ease the distress of the cancer journey for women.

START A TEAM

Round up your family, friends, and co-workers to Walk Her Way, together! Participating as a team increases your impact and giving power.

JOIN A TEAM

Join the team of someone you know by following the direct link from your team captain, or signing up through our fundraising platform.

INDIVIDUALS 

Register as an individual, set your fundraising goal and ask others to pledge you in support before you Walk Her Way to the finish line.

DONATE

Help us reach our $150,000 goal by donating towards the fundraiser of any participant or team you know, or making a general event donation.

This event has no registration fee. Instead, we ask that each participant fundraises a minimum of $100, but challenge yourself to raise $400 or more! The needs of the women we serve are great. For every $100 you raise, you have provided a woman with a one night stay at Sorrentino’s Compassion House.

EXTRAS

HOW-TO VIDEOS

For questions or assistance with technical issues, please contact Amber, our Manager, Partnerships and Engagement at amber@compassionhouse.org.

Register an an Individual

Start a Team

Join a Team

Customize a Fundraising Page

Donate to a Fundraiser or the Event

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

If you have a question that you don’t see answered here, contact us directly at nancy@compassionhouse.org.

GENERAL EVENT

I’m in! How do I get involved?

Register as an individual or a team, fundraise in advance, then complete a 5 km walk or run at a location of your choice during the virtual event period of May 11-14, 2023, or in-person on Sunday, May 14, 2023 in Fort McMurray or Grande Prairie.

Registration is free! We encourage participants to fundraise a minimum of $100. If you do so by April 21st, you’ll receive a commemorative swag bag.

Unable to participate? You can still show your support. Make a donation towards our $150,000 goal, or donate towards the fundraiser of any participant/team you know through their fundraising link.

Where is the event?

You can participate virtually from any location by fundraising and completing a 5 km walk/run during the virtual event period, May 11-14.

This year, we’re excited to be hosting our first ever in-person walks on Sunday, May 14 only in Grande Prairie at the Muskoseepi Park Amphitheatre, and Fort McMurray at Bob Lamb Bandstand, Borealis Park. Both in-person events will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rain or shine!

Check out our Participant Guide for more details. Trail maps for both in-person events can also be found under the ‘Extras’ tab.

Who can participate in the event?

You don’t have to be an athlete, or even a regular walker or runner, to participate. Anyone, anywhere at any fitness level is welcome and encouraged to participate.

Is it a race with winners?

This is meant to be a fun, non-competitive event with no official rankings or prizes. We’re more concerned about bringing together the community in a collective cause: supporting women battling cancer. Anyone who commits to step up and Walk Her Way is a winner to us!

ACTIVITY & TRACKING

Where do I complete my 5 km walk/run?

The virtual event will take place across Alberta at a location of your choice, between May 11-14, 2023.

The in-person Walk Her Way 5K events start at the Bob Lamb Bandstand in Borealis Park, Fort McMurray and the Amphitheatre in Muskoseepi Park, Grande Prairie, both at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 14, 2023. Rain or shine!

How do I know if I’ve gone 5 km?

You can track your distance using an app such as Strava, Runkeeper, or Map My Walk.

Do I have to walk or run the full 5 km?

It’s the goal of the event, but not a requirement. What’s most important is that you commit to the cause, do your best to fundraise, and move your body.

Can I walk or run with other people?

Yes! If you register and fundraise as a team for the virtual event, you can physically complete your walk or run either separately or together during the event period. Experience the connection and camaraderie of other participants at the in-person events in Fort McMurray and Grande Prairie.

FUNDRAISING

How much money should I raise?

Set a high target. Fundraising is easy when you ask your family, friends, co-workers and neighbours to contribute to a cause that is important to you. Set your goal at a minimum of $100 but challenge yourself to raise $400 or more! The needs of the women at Compassion House are great. For every $100 you raise, you have provided a woman with a one night stay at Compassion House.

How do I ask someone for a donation?

Start by highlighting your personal connection to the cause, then provide the direct link to your fundraising page. Check out our Participant Guide for Sample Language to help you get started.

What do I do when someone donates to my fundraiser?

Thank them for donating! Check out our Participant Guide for Sample Language to help you get started.

DONATIONS

How are the event proceeds used?

The event raises critical funding for Compassion House Foundation, helping to ease the distress of the cancer journey for women. Proceeds will be allocated towards the greatest area of need at the time; general operations, financial support, post-treatment programs and services, etc.

Will I receive a tax receipt?

Yes — online donations with a valid email will receive a charitable receipt within minutes of your donation. Offline donations (cash or cheque) will receive a charitable receipt from Compassion House Foundation following the event.

THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS

PRESENTING SPONSOR

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