NARFE Wednesday November 4 th 2020 Introducing Erica

NARFE Wednesday, November 4 th, 2020

Introducing Erica Grissmerson insert image • Erica Grissmerson – Manager, Walk to End Alzheimer’s – emgrissmerson@alz. org – (509) 552 -7026 • Sasha – Walk Assistant

Alzheimer’s disease is a global epidemic.

About the Alzheimer’s Association® The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s disease ™ and all other dementia.

Care and Support The Alzheimer’s Association offers reliable information and support for all those affected, including: • Our free 24/7 Helpline (800. 272. 3900). • ALZConnected® (alzconnected. org), our online networking community. • Support groups and education programs in communities nationwide (alz. org/CRF).

Concern and Awareness To inform and empower individuals facing Alzheimer’s, the Association: • Provides educational programs and workshops, including Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia and 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s. • Implements far-reaching campaigns to promote the power of early detection. • Hosts alz. org®, a vast repository of information, which receives over 2 million visits each month.

Advocacy The Association is the leading voice for Alzheimer’s and dementia advocacy at the state and federal level. • We work together with the Alzheimer’s Impact Movement (AIM), a separately incorporated advocacy affiliate of the Association; volunteer advocates around the country; and congressional champions on both sides of the aisle. • Alzheimer’s federal research funding has more than quadrupled since 2015 thanks to our collective efforts.

Research The Association is the world’s leading nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s and dementia research: • Currently investing over $185 million in more than 540 active best -of-field projects in 30 countries. • Convening global research leaders to accelerate the progress of new treatments, preventions and, ultimately, a cure.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s® • The world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. • More than 500, 000 people of all ages and abilities participate annually in over 600 communities nationwide.

Last Year’s Nationwide Success • • • 64, 092 Teams 512, 727 Participants 15, 000 Champions 10, 000 Grand Champions 3, 000 Elite Grand Champions $97 million in overall revenue § 2 percent growth year-over-year

Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Tri-Cities Last Year’s Results: • • • 84 Teams 628 Participants 21 Champions 16 Grand Champions 4 Elite Grand Champions $123, 473. 53 in overall revenue § 32 percent growth year-over-year Every dollar benefits the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association.

Event Information Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Tri-Cities October 11 th, 2020 • Walk is Everywhere! • Opening & Promise Garden Ceremony – – – • Online on Walk Website act. alz. org/Tri-Cities 10/11/20 @ 1: 30 PM Recording available until 12/31/20! Drive through Promise Garden – Columbia Park • Near the Bandshell 2020 Walk Goals • $160, 000 total fundraising • 100 Teams • 750 Participants

What is a National Team? NATIONAL TEAMS are “Fundraisers” Local Walk SPONSORS are “Check-writers” *Local sponsorship dollars are not counted towards a National Team’s overall fundraising goal.

NARFE - National Team Total Fundraising Growth Title 2015: Pilot year raised over $26, 000 2016: 66 teams raised over $44, 000 2017: 65 teams raised $65, 536 2018: 73 teams raised $67, 181 2019: 72 teams raised $74, 581 Bullets

We Make it Easy! • Take advantage of your own National Team Page! alz. org/narfewalks – – – Message your senior leadership or national team coordinator National Team Recruitment Poster Fundraising Tools Team Recruitment Tools Monthly Trainings • Online Fundraising Tips in your participant center • Walk to End Alzheimer’s Mobile App – Mobile Check Deposit! • Facebook Fundraiser – Automatically syncs between your walk page and your facebook account with one click of a button!

Great “Offline” FUNdraising Ideas Ice Cream Social Movie Night Fitness Challenge Photo Contest Wii Tournament Talent Show Wine Tasting Zumba-thon Plant Sale Marathon Dancing Craft Bazaar Pie Auction Penny Wars Benefit Concert Chef’s Contest Chocolate Party Art/Quilt Show Flamingo Flocking Bingo Night Car Wash Fashion Show Garage Sale Silent Auction Bowling Tournament Pizza Party Church Donation Drive Penny Drive Denim Day Office Olympics Purse Secret Auction Taste of the Town Give Back Nights Putt tournament Casual for a Cause Employee Cookbook

Next steps? • Finish out 2020 strong with one last fundraising push. – Register on your local team if not already registered. • NARFE Chapter 1192 • Schedule planning meeting with ALZ staff (Erica) to get a jump start on the 2021 Walk season. • Get involved with the Alzheimer’s Association! 2019 Team – Become an Advocate – Volunteer for our Programs • Support Group Facilitators • Education Seminar Presenters • Etc. – Join the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Planning Committee!! Larry Williams 2020

Questions?

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