The Walk for Independence supports the Carroll Center for the Blind's mission of empowering those who are blind or visually impaired to achieve independence and to lead a fulfilling life. Attendees will complete a 1, 2, or 3-mile walk around the Mt. Ida campus of UMass Amherst in Newton followed by activities for all ages.
2024 Walk for Independence
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024 from 8:30 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. ET
Where: Mount Ida Campus of UMass Amherst – 100 Carlson Ave, Newton, MA
Walk kick-off: 9:30 am
Post-walk BBQ and activities: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Informational Webinar
We will be hosting an Informational Webinar on Wednesday, April 3 from 6:00 to 7:00 PM (EST) where you can hear from past participants about their experiences, learn how the Walk can help you connect with Carroll Center alumni and parents, and gain a better understanding of how to engage with your network to help us reach our goal and make this event as fun as possible! Click here to learn more and register for the webinar
Resources for Engagement
For more information on how to engage your network to support the Carroll Center’s mission, please review our Resources for Engagement.
Thank you to our 2024 Walk for Independence sponsors!
Interested in becoming a sponsor for the Walk for Independence? For more information, please review our Walk sponsorship opportunities.
TITANIUM SPONSOR
PLATINUM SPONSOR
GOLD SPONSOR
SILVER SPONSORS
BRONZE SPONSORS
Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc.
The Village Bank\Auburndale Co-operative Bank
Creating Covell
Glendale Dining Services
Moody Street
Arlington Animal Clinic (Middlesex Veterinary Group)
Pegasystems
COPPER SPONSORS
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Agent Capital
Ball Consulting Group
Wheaton Electric Services Inc
William James College
McSweeney & Ricci Insurance
Bay State Property Management
Dedham Savings
Di Pesa & Company
MEDIA SPONSORS
IN KIND SPONSORS
Boston Red Sox
Woburn Host Lions
Kayem