Bring Your Friends to the Fun and Exciting Philly Friendship Walk on October 22nd

BRYN MAWR - Grab your friends and family and get ready for a great time at the 2017 Philly Friendship Walk. On Sunday, October 22, 2017, The Philly Friendship Circle will be holding its 10th annual Philly Friendship Walk. The event will be held at the Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy, 272 S. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Bryn Mawr. Registration starts at 2 with kickoff at 2:30PM, then continues to 4:30PM. All of the proceeds will go to Philly Friendship Circle.

The Philadelphia Friendship Circle has served to provide a structure to support relations between youth with special needs and youth volunteers, along with their families for 13 years. The organization reaches families in Philadelphia, Montgomery, Chester, and Delaware Counties. They foster friendships between kids with special needs and teen volunteers. This doesn’t just help the kids, the volunteers say that they also benefit from the friendships as much as their counterparts.

The Philly Friendship Walk is organized every year to help fund and draw attention to the programs run by Friendship Circle in and around the Philadelphia Region. This year they expect over 700 participants to join in for the walk.

“This year is going be packed with activities that are catered to everyone, whether you’re a little kid, a tween, a teen, a young adult, an adult, or a senior,” said Jared Pashko, Marketing and Outreach Manager.

Backyard games like Spike Ball and Can Jam, Caricaturists, Photo Booth, 80’ obstacle course , 50/50, and a VIP Meet and Greet are just a few of the exciting activities planned. The Zen Zone is a major new addition, which will provide a quiet space for individuals who are sensory sensitive and need some time away from the excitement.

People can choose to volunteer or walk at the event, sponsor support opportunities are also available. “This year it’s all about being yourself and having a great time, the walk is for everyone.” said Pashko.

The goal for this year is $80,000 in fundraising. Many local companies are also sponsoring the event to show their support for the Philly Friendship Circle’s mission. Donations can also be made online for an individual, a team or to the organization overall. There will also be opportunities to donate at the event. Register or donate at www.phillyfriendshipwalk.com

About Friendship Circle

The Philly Friendship Circle connects teens and young adults to youth with special needs and their families through a full range of social offerings. Inspired by the power of genuine friendships, our youth cultivate understanding, kindness and responsibility while ensuring a caring and inclusive community.