Who can participate? Anyone!
Where? Anywhere!
Details:
Virtual Event Dates: August 27th - September 19th
Purpose: In honor of Gabrielle Petito, all victims of domestic violence, missing persons, and those who have been taken by murder, we will walk or run for 24 days.
Why 24 days?: Starting on August 27, the day Gabby Petito lost her life, and continuing until September 19, the day she was found in Wyoming back in 2021.
How: You can run or walk anywhere in the world—outside, inside, wherever and however you choose, to honor those who are missing, those who were murdered, victims and survivors of domestic violence, and the families left behind.
Who will you run/walk for?
Ways to participate:
There are a few different ways to participate.
1. Like/follow our Facebook page! Use this link. (Free)
Virtual Run/Walk to Change the World
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563612151243
2. Donate: Use this link to donate to help our mission!
Any donation is appreciated! Sharing is helpful!
3. Foundation Gear: Go here to buy a T-shirt or bundle and you will be able to were GPF Run/walk merch during your activity!
All proceeds go to supporting our mission.
Next:
Now its time to get moving: Run or walk in honor of someone special or just because you love to run/walk. *Dancing is optional.
Other ways you can help:
You Can Form a Team
Join forces with friends, family, or colleagues to form a team. Teams can help raise more funds and provide extra motivation. You can name your team and when posting use your team hashtag! e.g. #teamgabby
Fundraise
Raise money for the Gabby Petito Foundation by seeking sponsors and donations. Share your mission on social media and encourage others to contribute to your efforts. Printable flyers here.
What else:
Track Your Progress
Use your favorite fitness app to track your steps and miles. Share your progress and photos on social media with the hashtag #RunLoudWalkStrong Tag us @virtualrunwalktochangetheworld (should pop up) and @gabbypetitofoundation to inspire others and spread awareness. You will also have opportunities to post in the comments on our facebook page when we ask for updates!
*Want to track on an app? You can sign up for challenge runner app to track your progress here: https://www.challengerunner.com/enroll/13fau24o4h
(note: the app will not let you join until the day the challenge begins)
Celebrate and Reflect
At the end of the 24 days, on September 19th at 9pm est, join us for a virtual celebration where we’ll acknowledge top runners & fundraisers, share stories, and honor the memory of those we've walked for.
We are honored to have you join us in taking steps towards change and making a difference in the fight against domestic violence and in supporting the search for missing persons. Together, we can create a safer, more supportive world.
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For questions email us at info@gabbypetitofoundation.org
Your privacy is important to us. We may collect your name, email, and any information you provide during event registration solely for managing the event and sending updates. We do not share your personal information with third parties, unless required by law. If you have any questions or concerns about your privacy, please contact us via email. By participating in this event, you agree to this privacy policy.
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