2024 Walk Day FAQs
When and where is the Walk?
Saturday, May 11 Sawyer Point
705 E. Pete Rose Way Cincinnati, OH 45202
When is the Walk?
Check-in @ 9 am
Opening Ceremony @ 9:45 am Walk Begins @ 10:00 am
Where do I park?
Parking is located North of the park in several city lots, and street parking is close by as well. To enter the park we encourage you to use the North entrance near the Kellogg Circle.
Where do I pick-up my T-Shirt?
Any registered participant who raises a minimum of $100 by Walk Day will be able to pick up their t-shirt on Walk Day. *T-shirts and sizes are first come, first serve so please plan to arrive early. Visit the T-Shirt tent onsite.
What if it rains?
Mental health conditions don't stop for rain, and neither do we! We'll be there rain or shine.
Can I register at the event?
Yes, event day registration is available. Please visit the Registration tent when you arrive onsite.
Can I bring a stroller with me on event day?
Yes, strollers are welcome, and children are encouraged. This is a family event!
Can I bring my dog?
Yes. All pets must be on a leash and must adhere to general park rules. Please remember to bring clean up bags to clean up after your pet.
Will there be coffee, food, and water at the event?
There is a Food and Water Tent where you can find a bottle of water and a light snack before or after you walk.
A Travlin' Tom's Coffee truck will be ready at 8:30 am to sell coffee & donate a portion back to NAMIWalks!
A Kona Ice food truck will be ready at 9:30am to sell shaved ice & donate a portion back to NAMIWalks!
How long is the walk?
The route is approximately 3 miles. It does loop so you may choose to do only a portion of the route and come back to the Festival area.
Can I donate on event day?
Yes! Visit the Registration tent to make a cash, check, or credit card donation.
How do I share my Walk Day photos?
WE LOVE PHOTOS! We love them so much we have FIVE great places for photos this year. (The balloon arch on stage, the inflatable start line, 2 stops along the route, & a background after the finish line!)
Post on social media using #TogetherforMH & #NAMIWalksThisWay - you can tag us on Instagram @namiswoh or Facebook @NAMI Southwest Ohio. If social media isn't your thing, email photos you'd like to share to namiwalks@namiswoh.org
Is there anything to do besides Walk?
Yes! We have kids activities, lawn games and resources. Find them in turquoise on the site map below, and learn more here.
How do I donate online?
Donations can be made online at namiwalks.org/swoh
How do I log in?
Once you are registered you will be provided with login information as well as a confirmation email. If you are a returning participant, you can utilize your previous log in information. If you do not remember your password, a password reset option is available.
How do I start a team?
During the registration process you will have the option to register as a team captain, team member or individual participant, and create a team.
How do I join a team?
During the registration process you will have the option to register as a team member. If you registered as an individual and want to be placed on a team, please email katie.harper@namiswoh.org and we can help you.
How do I start fundraising?
Once you are registered you will have access to your Participant Dashboard which is full of resources and tools to help you with your fundraising.
How do I personalize my fundraising page?
Once you are registered, you can log into your Participant Dashboard to personalize your fundraising page.
How do I fundraise with social media?
You can create a Facebook Fundraiser from your Participant Dashboard that will automatically link to your NAMIWalks fundraising page. You can also share your fundraising link/url to any of your social media channels.
How do I send out fundraising emails?
You can send out fundraising emails directly from your Participant Dashboard.
Where do I send donation checks?
Donation checks can be handed in on Walk Day or mailed to our offices at 4055 Executive Park Drive, Suite 450, Cincinnati OH 45241