Texas Gulf Coast Walks | Texas Gulf Coast
The Walk to End Lupus Now ™ events provide all people affected by lupus and their families the opportunity to come together for one unified purpose — to end lupus.
Join the Lupus Foundation of America and thousands of walkers in nearly 60 cities across the nation to raise money for lupus research, increase awareness of lupus, and rally public support for the estimated 1.5 million Americans who suffer from its brutal impact.
By raising funds for Walk to End Lupus Now, you are helping the Foundation:
- Lead special research initiatives, fund innovative studies, and advocate for increased public and private investment in lupus research to advance the science and medicine of lupus
- Translate research findings into useful programs, information, and tools for people with lupus, and ensure health professionals know about new means to diagnose and manage the disease
- Conduct outreach efforts to increase public understanding of lupus, and share stories of those who suffer from the disease to rally public support to join the fight to end lupus
- Provide caring support to people with lupus, their families and their caregivers, and help guide them through the complexities of living with lupus
With the help and support from informed volunteers, lupus medical experts, patients and supporters, we at the the Lupus Foundation of America Texas Gulf Coast Chapter commit to:
- Support research and education programs so everyone affected by lupus can have an improved quality of life;
- Provide information to ensure people with lupus and their families have access to answers and health professionals knowledgeable in diagnosing and managing the disease, and;
- Support community outreach activities to increase awareness of lupus and its impact, improve public support for those who are affected by lupus and advocate on their behalf.
Is there a registration fee?
The registration fee is $25 for adults for anyone under 18, but those amounts will count toward your fundraising goal!
How do I get a Walk to End Lupus Now t-shirt?
Register as a "walker w/shirt" to have a t-shirt available for pickup on Walk Day. We will not have extra walk t-shirts for the current year on-site for purchase, so pre-registration is the best plan!
Do I receive prizes for raising money for the Walk to End Lupus Now?
Yes! Individual fundraising incentives from our national partner begin when you raise $250 and go from there.
Is the event family-friendly?
All ages are welcome at the walk. Just be sure to register all children (including those in strollers) so that we know how many people to expect!
Can I bring my dog(s)?
Only you know if the Walk is right for your (leashed) pet. Consider that your pets will have a better time if they’re typically the friendly type who are comfortable with large crowds and potentially loud noises.
What if it rains?
The Walk to End Lupus Now takes place in rain or shine (and even snow)! Be sure to collect any donations from who might not be able to attend if inclement weather is forecast. In the event of extreme circumstances, the LFA reserves the right to cancel the event; all pre-registered participants would be notified via email.
I am unable to attend and walk/run but would still like to fundraise. May I?
You can register as a virtual participant! Wherever you are, you can help raise awareness & collect donations to support the LFA and those living with lupus.
May I volunteer for Walk to End Lupus Now? If so, how?
Yes, please! Volunteers can help with assisting with set-up/take-down and even organizing and recruiting sponsors from workplaces, businesses, social clubs, etc. before the walk. Fill out the Volunteer Form and let us know how you can help!
How does the Lupus Foundation of America use the contributions?
Funds raised by the Walk to End Lupus Now are used to support research and education, and provide support services for those affected by lupus in the Texas Gulf Coast area. 90% of all funds remain local and 10% support the National Research Program. For more information on how the Lupus Foundation of America uses contributions, visit our website at www.lupus.org/texasgulfcoast or call us at 713-529-0126.
Is my information secure?
Yes. The Lupus Foundation of America Texas Gulf Coast Chapter makes every effort to protect your information, along with our giving platform, Funraise. Funraise is a PCI Compliant Service Provider and tokenizes all credit card information in a PCI Level 1 certified tokenization vault. Funraise is partnered with Sikich as our QSA and independent security assessor. Funraise performs its own internal penetration tests in addition to PCI-mandated annual penetration audits.
- Registration How-To. Sometimes, you just need a visual walkthrough!
- Fundraising Guide. If you need some ideas for fundraising, check this out.
- INCENTIVES! Take a look and see what you can choose from when you fundraise at certain levels!
- Offline Donation Form. Super helpful when family, friends, and neighbors support you when you're out and about.
Our volunteers are an integral part of the Lupus Texas Gulf Coast team, and a walk is definitely an all-hands-on-deck kind of event! Tell us your availability and we will be in touch!
The funds raised from our special events are vital for sustaining our initiatives and expanding our reach. A partnership with the LFA Texas Gulf Coast Chapter means that you'll be directly supporting lupus warriors in our region, making a significant difference in their lives. Help us provide lupus education, access to high-quality healthcare, and fund research to shorten the time to a lupus diagnosis and, eventually, a cure for this cruel disease.
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