FAQs
*** Click on an event above for location-specific information.
GENERAL
Is there a rain date? No, bring an umbrella if it's rainy or cloudy!
Should I bring a water bottle? Yes.
How do I get a t-shirt? Contact Us to order t-shirts for an entire team, or buy one at the Kids Walk for $10 while supplies last.
Can I get a community service form signed at the Kids Walk, to show that I attended? Yes. The check-in table will have generic forms, but please bring your own if your school requires a specific form.
What is the event schedule and how long does it last? Registration and sign-in lasts 30 minutes; the student program is 20-30 minutes; it takes about 1 1/2 to 2 hours to talk 4 miles; most walkers remain afterwards for about 30-60 minutes for snacks and socializing
REGISTRATION
Do I have to register for the Kids Walk? Yes, all walkers must register for the event. You can register online or at the check-in table on the day of the event. You will also need to complete and submit the Release of Liability and Publicity Consent waiver, which is part of the online registration process. If you register at the event, a hard copy waiver must be turned in at the check-in table. It's available in the Kids Walk brochure and can also be downloaded here.
Is there a registration fee? No. But there is a suggested donation of $20 for all walkers who have not been sponsored.
Do I register specifically for either the NYC, NJ, KS, CT or NC Kids Walk? Yes, there is a prompt in the general online registration where you choose either event; you can also register at either location on the day of the event. Information about the North Carolina event will be available in the Fall of 2012.
How do I register for the Kids Walk if I'm under 18? Online registration is available for participants 14 years and older. When registering online a participant aged 14-17 should have a parent present to agree and electronically sign the Release of Liability and Publicity Consent. Registration automatically creates an online fundraising page. In the case of participants younger than 14, a parent or guardian can register him/herself and then add his/her child, which will create an online fundraising page for the child. Alternatively, all participants can register by in person on the day of the event. Walkers under 18 will need to either come with a signed copy of the Release of Liability and Publicity Consent or have a parent/ legal guardian sign one at the event.
Do minor-aged walkers have to be accompanied by an adult at the Kids Walk? No, but in the case of walkers under age 18 who are not registered online, the Release of Liability and Publicity Consent should be signed in advance by a parent or guardian and then turned in at the event if registering there.
FUNDRAISING
How are the Kids Walk funds used? 100% of funds donated are used for pediatric cancer research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Information about the research project supported by the 2011 Kids Walk is found here.
How do students and other walkers fundraise? Walkers ask donors to "sponsor" them by making a contribution in any amount, either online at www.kidswalkforkidswithcancer.org, by checks sent to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, or in cash. Many students organize small fundraisers, such as bake sales, talent shows, dances, etc. at their school, and adult walkers have organized happy hours, raffles, etc.
Can you provide a sample fundraising letter? Yes. A sample letter can be found on each location's event page.
Is there a fundraising minimum for walkers or minimum donation amount? Are donations keyed to miles walked? No, donations can be in any amount and there is no minimum. But there is a suggested donation of $20 for all walkers who have not been sponsored.
Is there a minimum number of walkers for a team? No. All are welcome! Bring a team of friends or be your own team!
Still have questions? Contact Us and we'll get back to you with an answer!
100% of proceeds benefit pediatric cancer research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center!