Volunteering Opportunities
We are excited to welcome back our volunteers!
About the Run/Walk Series
The Michael J. Fox Foundation Run/Walk Series is raising awareness and bringing the community together in support of Parkinson's disease research. Find a location near you and help move a cure over the finish line. | #OutrunPD #GoTeamFox
Unite with runners and walkers worldwide to help move a cure for Parkinson's disease over the finish line. In 2026, the Run/Walk Series returns to seven cities - Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington D.C., Denver, Boston, Houston and Phoenix. Our Virtual Run/Walk will also be returning so that participants can make their miles count from anywhere in the world.
Have a question or need some help? Email the Run/Walk Series Team at [email protected]
MJFF Events
Denver
Great Lawn Park , Denver , CO
October 4, 2026 | 8:30 AM
$20155.00 Raised (16%)
$130000.00 Goal
Boston
Carson Beach Picnic Area , Boston , MA
October 25, 2026 | 8:30 AM
$79077.00 Raised (36%)
$220000.00 Goal
Houston
Rob Fleming Park - The Lodge , Spring , TX
November 7, 2026 | 8:00 AM
$14115.00 Raised (14%)
$100000.00 Goal
Phoenix
Kiwanis Park - The Cloud , Tempe , AZ
December 13, 2026 | 8:30 AM
$8545.00 Raised (9%)
$100000.00 Goal
Los Angeles
Rose Bowl Stadium , Pasadena , CA
March 1, 2026 | 8:00 AM
$383125.70 Raised (100+)
$280000.00 Goal
Chicago
Rate Field , Chicago , IL
May 3, 2026 | 8:30 AM
$373800.84 Raised (100+)
$290000.00 Goal
Washington D.C. Run/Walk
Virginia Highlands Park - Hearts Field , Arlington , VA
June 7, 2026 | 8:00 AM
$204896.08 Raised (100+)
$170000.00 Goal
Virtual Run/Walk
Global Virtual Event
June 19, 2026 | 12:01 AM
$170120.52 Raised (95%)
$180000.00 Goal
Meet Our Team
The Run/Walk Series is led by a dedicated team focused on building community, supporting participants, and creating meaningful experiences for everyone involved.
Together, we bring a shared passion for connection, stewardship, and growing the impact of our Run/Walk community.
Pictured left to right: Jane Hoffmann, Rachel Arana, Michelle Franzese, Abby Keller Naturale
More on the Event
Registration to volunteer for each of our Event locations will open on a rolling basis. Please be sure to visit this page periodically for updates.
At the heart of The Michael J. Fox Foundation's (MJFF) Event Series are the amazing volunteers whose commitment and passion change the experience of our local events.
Our volunteers are dynamic individuals who offer their time, talents and most importantly their energy to support our mission of finding a Parkinson's cure. Whether you have just a few hours to a full day we would love to hear from you!
Bib & Swag Pick-up Volunteer
The day before our events we will be looking for volunteers to help Foundation staff organize and distribute race bibs. This will include greeting our participants, tackling last minute on-site donations and materials, as well as stuffing and passing race packets.
Event Day Volunteer
On event day we are looking for volunteers to help Foundation staff greet/check-in our runners and walkers, guide our local community partners and sponsors as well as cheer on our amazing community and more.
Consider volunteering at any of our Event locations. There's no better way to give back, connect with your community and get inspired before your next race. To volunteer head to our event specific website to sign-up.
Questions, email us at [email protected]
Resource & Tips
Below are tips to help you reach your personal and team fundraising goals.
Team Captain Guide
Tips and tricks for recruiting, motivating and inspiring your team members to reach your goals.
Team Captain ChecklistWhat to Expect on Event Day
Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, here’s everything you need to make the most of your experience.
What to Expect Guide
Bonfire Guide
T-shirt fundraising for all participants of the Run/Walk Series
We have partnered with Bonfire to provide t-shirt fundraising for all participants of the Run/Walk Series.
Bonfire allows participants the ability to design and sell customized t-shirts, sweatshirts and hoodies online by creating their own campaign page that friends, family, co-workers or anyone can check and purchase. Bonfire will ship products directly to your buyers, and you or your team will receive credit on your Classy fundraising page for the proceeds raised.
Fundraising Impact
All proceeds directly support "All Grit. No Quit." and The Michael J. Fox Foundation.
By supporting, you help turn decades of progress into meaningful change for the millions of people impacted by Parkinson's around the world.
What is All Grit. No Quit.?
All Grit. No Quit. is The Michael J. Fox Foundation's bold Campaign to take research further and faster than ever before. Building on decades of MJFF-funded progress, All Grit. No Quit. embodies the spirit of this community and channels research momentum to create the better treatments and a cure that people and families with Parkinson's are counting on us to deliver.
What donations count toward All Grit. No Quit.?
All donations to The Michael J. Fox Foundation count toward the All Grit. No Quit. Campaign, including donations made to individual fundraising pages and event tickets.
Sponsorship Partners
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National Supporter
National Champion
National Supporter
Sponsorship Opportunities
We are in 7 Cities
We will have over 6,185 participants in 2026
We raised $1.4M in 2025
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