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Register

To be eligible for awards and begin fundraising, register
to walk as individual or team for one or more of the following events:

A downloadable registration form is available for the 1K Fun Walk only.

*Listed fees are per individual. Race team members must also register as individuals even if participating as a team.

Fundraise

All Walkers and Walk Teams are encouraged to spread awareness and raise funds for the Walk. Check out the Teams and Ambassadors Guide for fundraising tips and ideas. By registering online, you will also have access to a personal donations page to raise funds and recruit team members online.

Using your personal donations page is as easy as
1 - 2 - 3:

1. Log in to your personal donations page.
   (Forgot your username / password? Click here.)
2. Customize your page under "My Webpage" by sharing your story and photos.
3. Under "Email", send friends, family and co-workers the page link to make a donation in your name.

Sponsor

Join the ranks of other internationally minded individuals and socially responsible companies as a sponsor for Partnership Walk.  

To become a corporate sponsor:

1. Review sponsorship opportunities
2. Select desired sponsor level
3. Sponsor online or contact your local Walk City Representative.

Volunteer

Sign up to receive information about volunteer opportunities near you and join hundreds of other individuals of all ages across the country working together in the fight against global poverty.

Donate

Donate to make a gift of hope to support programs that open doors for progress, opportunity and change. 100% of your tax-deductible contribution goes directly to projects supported by the Foundation. Not a cent is spent on administration. Learn more to find out how far your contribution actually goes.

Event Details and Awards

Schedule of Events

On-site registration for the Partnership Kids Runs and 5k Run/Walk will be open between 7:00am -8:00am ONLY.

Event Details

• Partnership 100 Yards Kids Run ( Ages 6 and under): Parents are welcome to walk with their kids. Register in advance. All participants will receive a t-shirt

• Partnership 1K Kids Run ( Ages 7 – 12): Register in advance. All participants will receive a t-shirt

• Partnership 5K Run/Walk ( Ages 13 +): The event wil start and end at Centennial Olympic Park. All registered runners will receive a goody bag. View the 5K Run/Walk Route

• Partnership 1K Fun Walk: Start and end at Centennial Olympic Park. The 1.2-mile Walk will bring together families, friends, students and leaders in government, business, media and the arts for a day of learning activities, fundraising and culturally diverse performances. Visit the Village in Action to participate in interactive exhibits that showcase how the Foundation is helping people help lift themselves out of poverty.

For the safety of all, no pets, headphones, baby strollers/joggers and rollerblades/skates are allowed on the course.

Stay for the whole day! Enjoy performances and food from around the world and tour the Village in Action, a display of interactive exhibits and activities for all ages to learn about life in the developing world and the impact of the Foundation’s projects. Refreshments will be served throughout the event. Family festival/entertainment all day.

Walker Awards

Rally your friends, family and colleagues to support you by collecting donations and earn special awards. Learn more.

To qualify for the awards, all contributions must be received on or before the day of the Walk. AKF USA reserves the right to substitute awards with items of equal or greater value.

Team Awards

With a minimum of 5 team members and by collectively raising a minimum of $250, you and your team can become eligible to win Team-All and Team High awards. Learn more.

Ambassador Awards

The Partnership Walk Ambassador program recognizes walkers who collect individual sponsorships totaling $1,000 or more. Each Ambassador receives special Partnership Walk merchandise, and for each $1,000 raised, individuals are entered in a prize drawing for their Walk city.

2009 Walk Information

Sponsors | Highlights | Photos | Press release | 2009 event page

Directions to the Park

Parking is limited at Centennial Olympic Park. Paid parking is available in surrounding parking decks and surface lots. and available in surrounding parking decks and surface lots

Driving Directions:

• From Hartsfield International Airport and South of Atlanta:
  Take I-75/85 north to the Andrew Young International Blvd (Exit 248C). Turn left onto Andrew Young International Blvd. Turn right on Marietta Street. The Green Lot will be on the left, across the street from Embassy Suites. *Should Andrew Young International Blvd. be closed through the Park, turn left on Centennial Olympic Park Dr. and then right on Marietta Street.
• From North of Atlanta:
  Take I-75/85 south to Williams Street (Exit 249C). Turn right on Baker Street. Turn left on Marietta Street. The Green Lot will be on the right, across the street from Embassy Suites.
• From West of Atlanta:
  Take I-20 east to Spring Street (Exit 56B). Turn left onto Spring Street, then left onto Marietta Street. The Green Lot will be on the left, across the street from Embassy Suites.
• From East of Atlanta:
  Take I-20 west to Spring Street (Exit 56B). Turn right onto Spring Street, then left onto Marietta Street. The Green Lot will be on the left, across the street from Embassy Suites.

Public Transportation:

Simply take the East/West Line to the Philips Arena/Dome/GWCC Station (W-1), or take the North/South Line to PeachtreeCenter (N-1), and follow the signs to Centennial Olympic Park.