5th Annual Virtual Walk

Join Our #WalkForANAC
October 5 - 12, 2024
#WeAreANAC and we walk with one unified vision:
#WorldThatUnderstandsANs

Make a difference in the lives of individuals impacted by an acoustic neuroma – a rare brain tumour that can have a lasting impact on quality of life.
Spread the Word. Your Voice Matters!

Ways to Participate

Register to Walk

Sign Up Now

Join our growing team of fundraisers!

CREATE A FUNDRAISING PAGE
Donate to the Walk

Donate to the Walk

Your gift will count towards ANAC's overall fundraising goal

DONATE NOW
Support a Walker

Donate to a Participant's Page

Support a registered individual or team. Find their fundraising page now!

FIND A WALKER

 

Prefer to register and fundraise the old-fashioned way?
Send a request to [email protected] and we would be happy to mail you the form, or you can download it here and print it at home!

 

 

Fundraising Toolkit

Participating in our annual virtual walk should be FUN and empowering. Get your essential tools and step-by-step guide to make fundraising a breeze! 
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Become a Sponsor

Are you a business or organization looking to showcase your brand while making an impact? Check out the benefits of sponsorship!
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Event Itinerary

  • Refer to Symposium Event Program for updates

    Saturday, October 5: Opening Ceremony 

    Register for our 2024 World of Acoustic Neuroma Symposium! 

    Join us in-peron (Toronto) or virtually as we kick-off our walk!

  • Anytime. Anywhere.

    October 5 – 12: Walk Your Way
    Participate as an individual or rally your support network!

    However you choose to participate – walk, run, bike, paddle, skip, dance, etc. – make it yours and have fun!

    Are you on Facebook or Instagram? Share your walk with ANAC using the tag @AcousticNeuromaCanada

    SHOW YOUR SUPPORT! Use the hashtags #WalkforANAC #WorldThatUnderstandsANs

    SPREAD THE WORD!  LIKE and SHARE our posts

    Not on Social Media?
    Share your walk photos with us by emailing [email protected]
  • Saturday, October 12: Wrap Up Day
    Visit ANAC's Facebook Page @AcousticNeuromaCanada

    Join us as we celebrate our success and share closing remarks!

Frequently Asked Questions

No, participating online is very easy! Check out our Fundraising Toolkit for step-by-step instructions. When you're ready to create your fundraising page, click REGISTER NOW and you’ll receive a confirmation email and instructions on how to set up your fundraising page using Givecloud's user-friendly platform. 

Yes! Please use the same email you provided for your ANAC online account and related communications, as your profile has been pre-populated with your ANAC membership information. For your first-time login, enter your email address, click "Forgot My Password" and follow the email instructions to access your account. If you choose a different email address, you will not be able to access and manage your membership with the same account login. 

After creating your page, simply login to your account. On your computer's top-right drop-down menu, or on your mobile side-bar menu, go to "Fundraisers" under MY MENU. Open your active fundraising page and click "Edit Page". Personalize your fundraising page by uploading your own photo, telling your story, adding personal messages, and providing updates. Your customized fundraising page is a powerful tool to connect with your supporters.

Share your personal fundraising page on social media, through email, and by word of mouth. Tag us on Facebook and Instagram @AcousticNeuromaCanada and use our official hashtags to amplify awareness! #WalkForANAC #WorldThatUnderstandANs #WeAreANAC #WeHearYou #AcousticNeuromaAwareness #AcousticNeuromaWarrior #RareDisease 

We are excited to provide you with a new Fundraising Toolkit, available for download directly from this page, to support your fundraising efforts. We hope you will find inspiration and guidance from our creative ideas and helpful tips! 

Absolutely! Sharing your personal Fundraising Page on your social media profiles is a great way to reach a wider audience and gather support. The social media links available on your fundraising page make it simple and easy to share! Refer to our Fundraising Toolkit for a step-by-step guide to sharing your fundraising page, along with hashtags to include in your posts.  

Every step counts! Your friends, family, and our acoustic neuroma community support your committment, no matter the distance. The beauty of a virtual walk is that you can set your own pace and goal according to your activity level. Find some inspirtaion in our Fundraising Toolkit! 

There is no fixed amount for fundraising. Every dollar makes a difference! Every contribution directly fuels acoustic neuroma awareness, education and support programs. 

Yes! The Acoustic Neuorma Association of Canada (ANAC) is a registered charity, #118777168RR0001. Every dollar donated is eligable for a tax receipt, which are automatically emailed to each online donor. All offline donations are entered into our system using Point of Sale (POS) contributions. Donors who have provided their email address on the Offline Donation Form will recieve a tax receipt by email when their donation is entered by our admin. Hardcopy tax receipts will be mailed at the donor's request. 

All funds raised will support ANAC’s mission to provide vital resources, support and awareness for acoustic neuroma warriors and their families. We are committed to transparency and ensuring that your support makes a meaningful impact on ANAC's mission.

Absolutely! ANAC accepts cheque donations to support our 5th Annual Virtual Walk! Download your Offline Donation Form from this page, or request that a form be mailed to you by emailing [email protected] before August 30th.  All contributions received by mail will be added to our online fundraising campaign through Point of Sale (POS) and will count towards our overall fundraising goal.

While we appreciate your support and willingness, we currently do not accept cash donations directly. However, any cash donations collected using the Offline Donation Form can simply be converted into one singular cheque and mailed to us along with the donation form. Alternatively, you can make an online payment on the donor's behalf. However, please be advised that tax receipts are generated automatically with the billing information of the person making the online payment. Please reach out to [email protected] to make any required tax receipt adjustments. 

Yes! The virtual nature of the event allows participants from around the world to join us. The wider the audience we're able to reach, the closer we get to our vision of a world that understands acoustic neuromas. Spread the word and let's be known!

Don't see your question here? Contact us by email at [email protected] or call 416-546-6426. We're here to help!

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One Unified Vision. #WorldThatUnderstandsANs