Come Build Lasting Friendships at The Philly Friendship Walk and Fun Fair on October 9th

BRYN MAWR – Lace up your sneakers and gear up for fitness and fun! On Sunday, October 9, 2016, the Philly Friendship Circle will host the 9th annual Philly Friendship Walk and Fun Fair. Participants will be ready to go by 2 pm and the event will continue until 4:30 pm at (Barrack Academy, 272 S Bryn Mawr Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA). All proceeds go back to the Philly Friendship Circle.

The Philly Friendship Circle has been building friendships and creating volunteer opportunities since 2004. Originally founded by Lubavitch House, the organization serves families, children, and teens in the Philadelphia, Montgomery, Chester, and Delaware Counties. The organization opens the doors to friendship and creates safe spaces for children with disabilities to socialize and interact with older teens, without pressure from outside sources. These programs not only benefit the children, but also teens looking for an engaging volunteer opportunity in their area.

The purpose of the Friendship Walk is to advocate and continue to fund the programs that Philly Friendship Circle provides for families around the Philadelphia area. This year’s walk will unite over 850 people to raise awareness and spend the day together as a Jewish community!

“The walk is an opportunity to get together and celebrate with the whole family everything that Friendship Circle does. It’s an event that all ages can come together and have fun,” said Zev Baram, program director of Philly Friendship Circle.

Individuals can choose to volunteer or walk at the event, with the option to fundraise as well. Volunteers will be assisting those on the course by walking or running with participants. The focus of the afternoon will be on fitness and how to stay motivated throughout the year. Coaches will be guiding participants through stretches and fitness drills and stress the importance of motivation.

“The walk is an opportunity to get together and celebrate with the whole family everything that Friendship Circle does. It’s an event that all ages can come together and have fun,” said Zev Baram, program director of Philly Friendship Circle.

“I’ve been doing Friendship Circle for a while, and I think it’s really important to help out these kids,” said volunteer Matt Federman.

The goal for 2016 is set at $150,000 in fundraising. Many local companies are also sponsoring the event to show their support of the Philly Friendship Circle mission. Donations can also be made online for an individual, a team or to the cause in general. There will also be opportunities to donate at the event!

Prizes will also be given out to the top fundraisers and teams.

To learn more and register for the walk, visit http://www.phillyfriendshipwalk.com/Register. This is an event that you don’t want to miss!

ABOUT FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE

The Friendship Circle Philadelphia Region South connects teens and young adults to youth with special needs and their families, offering a full range of Jewish and social experiences. Together, they develop friendships while enjoying creative arts group activities, Jewish holiday celebrations, weekly playdates and more. These mutually rewarding relationships foster the development of a caring, supportive community. For more information, visit ww.phillyfriendship.com

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