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14th Annual Aneurysm and AVM Awareness Walk
1 Incredible Day, 2 Choices to Lead the Way!
Join The Aneurysm and AVM Foundation (TAAF) in continuing our National Day of Aneurysm and AVM Awareness, Sunday, May 5, 2019! This all-inclusive family event is an incredible day with 2 easy ways to make a difference in our community!
OPTION ONE: TAAF Walk SF
Walk with us in San Francisco as we celebrate our 14th Annual Aneurysm and AVM Awareness Walk!
Join hundreds of survivors, caregivers, medical professionals, and community members as we raise awareness and funds to support our programs, educational outreach, and research grants.
1 mile, 2 mile, and 5K walk routes will take you around historic Crissy Field to the base of the majestic Golden Gate Bridge. Afterwards, join us at the East Beach picnic and parking area for a celebration which includes food, raffle prizes, live music, industry-related booths and inspiring speakers.
DONT FORGET to meet the annual research grant recipients that YOU are funding through TAAFWalk!
Can’t make it to San Francisco?
Raise awareness and make an impact on aneurysm and AVM research in YOUR neighborhood; register as a "TAAF Walk My Town" participant.
Your hometown support is invaluable.
We can't be everywhere at once, but with you we can. By TAAF Walking in your neighborhood, you're raising awareness exponentially, bringing your story to life and national attention to a cause that can save lives.
Need Help Getting Started?
We can help you locate a favorite park, share accurate aneurysm/AVM facts, you name it. And remember, each TAAF Walk My Town participant receives a walk t-shirt and qualifies for the same fundraising gifts as those in San Francisco*.
*TAAFWalk My Town gear ships after 5/5.
Register Today!
Online registration will be open until Friday, May 3, 2019.
Registration Fee: $25
To Register at the Walk:
Registration Fee: $25
To Register at the Walk:
Walk-Up Registration will be available on-site the day of the Walk at the Registration and Check-In Table.
Registration Fee: $30
Registration Fee: $30
Help Support TAAF's Work:
Fundraising is not required but definitely encouraged! Every penny you raise helps better the medical care and support networks for those affected by brain aneurysm, AVM, and other vascular malformations of the brain.
Here are a few tools to help you fundraise and spread the word about the Annual Aneurysm and AVM Awareness Walk!
I want START or JOIN a TEAM so that I will have a PERSONAL WEB PAGE where my supporters can make a donation and leave comments in support of my walk.
I won't be fundraising this year, but I would like to make a general donation or tell others how to make a general donation to the Walk.
Become a Sponsor:
Interested in sponsoring the TAAF Annual Awareness Walk? Help support this community building event through monetary sponsorships, or in-kind donations from your business to be used in our raffle. For more information please email us at walk@TAAFonline.org.
DETAILS for San Francisco
Event Schedule
9:00am: Registration & Check In (East Beach picnic area)
9:45am: Opening Remarks
10:00am: Walk Kick Off (around Crissy Field)
10:30am - 1pm: Celebration, lunch and raffle drawing (East Beach picnic and parking area)
Walk Routes
The 1-mile walk route circles the Crissy Field airfield, giving you views of the Golden Gate Bridge.
The 2-mile walk route takes you from the airfield out to Fort Point at the base of the Golden Gate Bridge, giving you unique views of this world-famous destination.
The 5K walk route allows you take in the full scenic beauty of the area, stretching from the foot of the Golden Gate to the Crissy Field Marsh.
Celebration
Join us for food, the rockin' music of local musicians, and a celebration of the Aneurysm and AVM Community. We'll once again have our annual raffle with incredible prizes! Winners announced throughout celebration. Must be present to win.
Crissy Field and East Beach is ideal for picnics! Overlooking the San Francisco Bay with stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge, we'll have light sandwiches, snacks, and cake along with musical entertainment.
What to Bring
TAAF Walk 2019 is an outdoor, active event that happens rain or shine. We suggest that you wear comfortable/casual attire and shoes, and bring a hat, jacket and sunscreen. Think LAYERS so you're prepared. San Francisco spring weather is unpredictable! Some walkers choose to bring a blanket to sit on. We’ll provide food, but feel free to bring your own picnic.
Parking
Free parking is available at the East Beach Lot. It's first come, first served; access begins at 8:45AM. Additional free, parallel parking runs alongside the entirety of Mason St. Do no park at the Sports Basement. For paid parking options (max typically $8/day), consider using ParkMe. Most sites are a 5-10 min walk to the East Beach picnic area. Fan of your GPS? Use 1199 East Beach, San Francisco, CA 94129. Give yourself extra time and don't rely on it solely. Or if you can, choose ride-share!