ABOUT WORLD UP TOUR VIRTUAL WALK 2024 PRESENTED BY NEURO-WELLNESS ALLIANCE CAMPAIGN
 
 
 
The World Up Tour began with one man's dream, Enzo Simone, to draw awareness to find a cure for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. As many know, he worked tirelessly with his project for many years. Advancements have been made but the journey to find a cure still continues. Eileen Strong Feather created World Up Tour in his memory for whomever may want to help with the continuation of his work and dream. Eileen, in her own words from the World Up Tour website, says she chooses to walk this walk still because that is what he taught us all to do, to take on our own path and to make a difference.
 
www.worlduptour.com
 
In August 2024, Eileen and her team will be walking the Great Glen Way in Scotland. While many of us cannot join their efforts in person, we CAN make a difference in our own communities. So that is why we decided to create this Virtual Walk so that anyone anywhere in the world can participate. You can create a family and friend's team and walk 1 mile or 5 miles, whatever you choose. It can be at your local park or plan a short hike with your team in your community. If you are more adventurous, choose the 25 or 50 mile option and track your activity over the entire event. Challenge yourself!
 
All you have to do is Sign Up, Register and Create Your Team! Registration is $25 and for those who want to fundraise and support Neuro-Wellness Alliance and Alzheimer's Association, you can raise $100 or more to receive a World Up Tour Scotland T-Shirt and Wood Medal designed for our World Up Tour Team and Virtual Walk Participants. There are 3 t-shirt options below: 1) Mountains are Calling, 2) Enzo Simone Memorial Shirt or 3) Believe - t-shirt or long sleeve shirt
 
 
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
You can participate in this challenge by doing pretty much anything that elevates your heart rate. This includes walking, running, cycling or any of your favorite fitness activities! Just make sure to log it! For activities that cannot be measured in steps or miles, please refer to the PHYSICAL ACTIVITY CONVERSION CHART below.

For more information on tracking your distance or setting up tracking devices please refer to the ‘How It Works’ and ‘FAQ's’ sections below.
MENTAL HEALTH ACTIVITIES
This challenge will not only encourage you to engage in physical fitness activities, but also practice healthy wellness habits! Check out the MENTAL HEALTH ACTIVITY CONVERSION CHART below to learn more and use the Log Activity button at the top or in the site menu to earn points for each activity logged.
OUR COMMUNITY
ACTIVITY GOAL
COMPLETED: 700 points
TARGET: 100,000 points
FITNESS GOAL
COMPLETED: 1,171 miles
TARGET: 500 miles
FUNDRAISING GOAL
RAISED: $ 630
TARGET: $ 25,000
HOW IT WORKS
Register for the campaign and set your fitness & fundraising targets.
Click here to set-up your devices (Fitbit, Garmin, Apple Watch, Health Connect By Android, Misfit, Strava), or download our iOS or Android apps.
Share your story and raise funds & awareness.
Track workouts anywhere & anytime and complete goal.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
NEURO WELLNESS ALLIANCE
Neuro-Wellness Alliance is a nonprofit organization created to help those living with chronic, progressive neurological conditions to fight back through exercise programs such as boxing, ping pong and other wellness therapies. Our Neuro-Adaptive Fitness Programs are designed to target specific physical and cognitive aspects of Parkinson's, Stroke and Traumatic Brain Injury to help our members live a better quality of life.

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HOW YOUR PARTICIPATION HELPS
All funds raised by this event will be split 50/50 between Neuro-Wellness Alliance, a nonprofit co-founded by Jennifer Parkinson to support those with Parkinson's disease and Stroke Recovery & The Alzheimer's Association for Alzheimer's care, support, research and advocacy.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Charity Footprints?

Charity Footprints is a social enterprise that connects fitness and charitable giving. We empower people just like you, to get fit & give back.

Our Virtual Races allow non-profits to challenge their patrons to run, walk or ride and raise funds just as they would in a fundraising walkathon. The best part - charities save over 45% in event and logistical costs. So, the dollars that you pay to register or fundraise, go farther.

What is the campaign registration fee?

Campaign registration fee is the amount that you'll need to pay to enroll in this virtual race. This fee (less transaction charges) will go to the non-profit running this campaign as a donation.

The registration fee along with the funds raised through your individual fundraising page will enable the non-profit to fund various programs and pursue their organization's mission.

How can I create my fundraising page?

Well, you wouldn't have to create a separate fundraising page. Once you register for this campaign, we'll give you the link to your fundraising page.

How will I track my distance?

You can track your workouts by setting up your devices (Fitbit, Garmin, Apple Watch, Health Connect By Android, Misfit, Strava), or download the Charity Footprints' iOS or Android app and track your workouts toward this campaign. ?>

If you workout indoors (treadmill, elliptical, stationary bike etc.), you can upload your workouts here.

How do I join a team on this campaign?

While registering for the campaign, select the team you'd like to join or create a new team and invite others to #GetFitGiveBack with you. If you want to join a team (or create your team) after registration, login to the campaign site and you would find a link to edit "My Team" in the menu under your profile in the header.

I am an international donor (non-US), what are my donation charges and tax-deductibility?

All donations are made in US dollars, so the donations may be levied an exchange rate fee via your bank. Donors will want to connect with their bank to determine exactly what that fee may be. Additionally, international donors will need to reach out to a tax professional to discuss if and how tax deductibility will apply to their donation.

Who can sponsor my fundraising efforts?

The short answer is - everyone. The fundraising research shows that the number one reason for people not donating is that they weren't asked to.

That said, there are things you can do to attract people to sponsor you. Adding a picture to your fundraising page, telling potential donors why this cause is so personal to you, sharing your fundraising page on social media, email, and chat groups.

Last, if your employer has a gift matching program, check with the human resources department to support your favorite cause as well.

Who can I contact if I need help?

You can contact us any time if you need help. We love hearing from our users so please don't hesitate to write to us about issues, suggestions, or to just say hi. You can also contact the non-profit administrator directly if you would like.

How do I change or switch my team?

If you want to join a team (or create your team) after registration, login to the campaign site and you would find a link to edit "My Team" in the menu under your profile in the header.