The fourth annual Walk to the Lighthouse for Mental Health and Addictions in support of the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation is on! Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 22nd, rain or shine.
What is the cause all about?
The Walk to the Lighthouse is an annual fundraising event that continues to grow each year in size and donations. Every year, people are suffering with Mental Health in silence and not getting the proper treatment they need due to fear of stigma, isolation and judgement.
The walk is an important event that is dedicated to advocating for change and providing improved programs for Mental Health & Addictions in our community. The walk committee is made up of both individuals and families, with real world experience, living with Mental Health issues, all working towards a brighter future to help the next generations.
Where is the walk?
The walk will depart from the Joseph Brant Hospital parking lot directly beside the Joseph Brant Museum and will make its way down the scenic waterfront trail towards the lighthouse and back.
There will be a limited amount of parking passes available to those who register online and paid parking in many nearby lots. The distance to and from the lighthouse is approximately 5 kilometers and should last about 45 minutes to an hour.
Where do my donations go to?
All donations and proceeds will go directly to the MH&A fund at the Joseph Brant Hospital in support of those in need. Last year, the team was fortunate enough to raise over 50,000 dollars and this year, we hope to match and raise that amount!
Help support the cause by joining your local community for an afternoon walk and work towards breaking the stigma against Mental Health and Addictions within our society.
So…. Who will you walk for?
Contact:
Melanie Walker and Sylvia Phelps: Co Chairs Of The Committee
Instagram: @walktothelighthouse
Info@walktothelighthouse.com
walktothelighthouse2024.funraise.org
By Trinity Paton
