With participation from more than 12,000 walkers, the 2016 Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community, held in six locations across Pennsylvania and Delaware, helped 213 local nonprofit organizations raise a record-breaking $1.39 million.
This marks the fifth consecutive year that the walks in Erie, Harrisburg, Johnstown, Pittsburgh and the Lehigh Valley, PA. and Wilmington,DE. have generated more than $1 million and brings the 14-year fundraising total for the walks to more than $10 million.
“We are very pleased to see the continued growth and success of the Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community,” said Dan Onorato, Highmark Health executive vice president. “This event allows Highmark the opportunity to work with many outstanding local organizations and help contribute to their fundraising efforts. It also encourages physical activity by getting people outdoors and moving for a good cause, improving their overall health and wellness.”
Highmark’s Walk for a Healthy Community events, held during May and June, provide a yearly opportunity for the community to support participating local nonprofits.
“We want to thank all of the walkers and charitable organizations for their enthusiastic efforts on walk day and for the work they do all year long to serve our neighbors in need,” said Evan Frazier, Highmark Health senior vice president of community affairs.
Organizations and walkers interested in learning more about the Highmark walks should visit the Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community’s website. Nonprofit organizations that want to be part of the 2017 walk in their region should apply online by July 31, 2016.
