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WHEN /
SATURDAY
APRIL 20, 2024
WHERE /
EMBARCADERO PLAZA
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
ABOUT THE EVENT /
On April 20th, 2024, the 3rd annual Walk for Epilepsy San Francisco will create epilepsy visibility by gathering in Embarcadero plaza and walking as community.
Epilepsy affects more people than multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, and Parkinson’s Disease COMBINED, but receives the LEAST amount of funding--and claims more lives than breast cancer each year.
Historical stigma and discrimination of people living with epilepsy have led to a lack of funding and awareness. The Epilepsy Foundation of Northern California connects more than 180K people living with epilepsy with life-changing support network, programs and resources. Let’s walk for epilepsy.
Join our campaign, start or join a team, and together we can take steps towards change!
SCHEDULE /
9 AM
CHECK-IN/REGISTRATION OPENS
10:30 AM
SPEECHES BEGIN
11:00 AM
2-MILE WALK BEGINS
12:30 PM
WALK ENDS
Walk Details
PARKING
We encourage to use public transportation but if you drive to the event there are multiple garages near Embarcadero Plaza, below is the closest:
4 Embarcadero Center Parking Garage
55 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94111
Hours of Operation: Saturday 7am – 9pm
We have 300 discounted parking validations available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
WALK ROUTE
The route is non-competitive and you can turn around at any time. Please always stay within the designated path. We will be crossing the busy Embarcadero Street so please cross with caution and use only designated crosswalks.
CHECK-IN
Registration table opens at 9:00 am through the end of the event. You get a free shirt if you have epilepsy, and teams/fundraisers get one shirt per $50 raised, as well as one EFNC sweatshirt per $1000 raised. Anyone who reaches $500 in fundraising also receives a limited edition sticker. You can pick up shirts at the registration table. There will be extra shirts and sweatshirts to purchase at the event.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Don't forget to post about your own experience at the Walk. Use the hashtag #Walk4EpilepsySF #epilepsynorcal and tag @epilepsynorcal
FOOD
We will have a food truck for those who would like a morning bite or to stay and enjoy lunch afterward.
WHAT TO BRING
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Any remaining cash or check donations to drop off at the Registration Table.
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Credit card and phone apps (Venmo, PayPal, Apple Pay) for any purchases -- we'll be cashless.
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Dress for the weather by checking the forecast in advance. The Walk is happening RAIN or SHINE!
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Team spirit signs with inspirational messages of encouragement and support.
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Your furry friends and their leashes! Dogs are allowed at W4ESF! Please pick up after your pets and they must stay on leash the entire time.
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We will have a memorial wall for those we have lost to Epilepsy, bring a photograph, sign, message to honor them at the Epilepsy Angels Wall.
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The city of San Francisco does not allow plastic water bottles. Please bring your own water bottles!
CONTACT
SO MUCH THANKS TO
Our Proud Sponsors
Let's Walk Together!
Volunteer
There are many ways to participate as a volunteer for Walk 4 Epilepsy SF! As a 501(c)(3), we are able to provide volunteering credits for students as well.
Please fill out the application below and specify SF Walk 4 Epilepsy SF. Feel free to select any other events if you may be interested in more opportunities in the future!
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