A recent report from the Alzheimer’s Association estimates 126,000 Washington residents are living with Alzheimer’s disease and 247,000 are unpaid family caregivers. The Association’s Washington Chapter helps families in the journey with the disease by providing community education, care consultations, support groups and a 24-hour helpline that operates seven days a week, 365 days a year that is staffed by Masters level clinicians.
Worldwide, the Association is the largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research and is committed to accelerating the global progress of new treatments, preventions and, ultimately, a cure. Locally, the Association is funding researchers at the University of Washington and Washington State University.
During the spring and summer, community members help build awareness and raise funds by participating in The Longest Day. On June 20, thousands of participants from across the world fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s through an activity of their choice. Together, they use their creativity and passion to raise funds and awareness for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association locally.
Register today and use these fun fundraising ideas as inspiration to start planning a The Longest Day activity.
Hiking. There’s no shortage of trails to explore in the great PNW. Whether you want to take a leisurely walk along a river or hike up a mountain, this is a great way to gather together.
Baking. Share a favorite recipe and let others know why this recipe is special to you and include an ask for support. Create and share a digital version of the recipe in exchange for a donation.
Video games. Get together with friends, in person or online, to play your favorite game. Have a donation entry fee to raise funds.
Community yard sale. This is a great way to get rid of unused or wanted items as you spring clean, find something new for yourself, and raise money in the process. Anyone who wants to participate can have their own space and donate a percentage of sales to the fight against Alzheimer’s
Biking. With friends or solo, get the word out about your ride and pledge to ride a mile for every $10, $50, or $100.
Knitting, Crocheting, or Quilting. Create some unique pieces of your choice and auction them off for a donation
Board game tournament. Dig out some favorite board games and gather for some fun.
Workout. Lead a workout, yoga routine, or cardio and ask for a donation to attend.
Movie night. Invite your friends to watch a movie with you and donate what they would usually spend at the theater. You can make it even more fun by adding a theme and dressing up accordingly.
Trivia. Host a trivia night or quiz bowl and charge an entry fee to participate. Share why you are involved in The Longest Day and ask for additional donations.
Lawn game tournament. Set up anything from cornhole and bocce ball to ladder golf or volleyball and enjoy some sunshine.
Arts and crafts. Use your skills to teach a class, such as drawing, crocheting, make-up, and more! Friends can make a donation to join the fun
Community cookbook. Ask your friends and neighbors to contribute a favorite recipe to create a community cookbook. You can then share a digital or printed cookbook in exchange for donations.
Karaoke. Sing your heart out while fighting to #ENDALZ. Gather your friends at a favorite venue, backyard or house and take requests in exchange for donations.
Go to alz.org/tld to register and get your fundraiser started today.
