$3,08715%Goal:
$20,000
Niagara Falls
Hosted by GROW Community Food Literacy Centre
Walk in person (or virtually) with GROW'S Grand Marshal Dan Giancola in September!The Grand Parade is a family-friendly fundraiser walk that helps support local charities who provide essential care and service for aging Canadians. Team up, walk, and fundraise with us on Saturday, September 17, 2022!
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About GROW Community Food Literacy Centre
WHO WE ARE
Walk with us VIRTUALLY or in person! GROW Community Food Literacy Centre is a registered charity in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Our goals are to assist and empower those with barriers to accessing and benefiting from good healthy food.
We do this by offering a fresh produce market with pantry, community kitchen with opportunities to cook, and share good food while building community and breaking down social isolation.
In addition to living on fixed incomes, seniors face additional challenges when it comes to accessing healthy and fresh food. Poor mobility and lack of transportation are some of the biggest reasons why many seniors fall into food insecurity. Research has shown that seniors experiencing food insecurity compromise on food quality or preference and are unable to acquire or prepare enough food.
Event Day Details
Save the date - Event Day is September 17, 2022!
Walk with Dan Giancola - Grand Parade Marshal for the Grand Parade walk in September!
Important Notes
Walk with Dan Giancola - Grand Marshall for the Grand Parade walk September 17th starting at A.N. Myer School!! Register as part of the BTO team, or start your own team!
Schedule
- 10:00 am: Meet Check-in opens
- 11:00 am: Move Opening remarks + send-off
- 12:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
- 1:00 pm: Mosey Go Home
Have questions? Visit the FAQ section!
Check-in
- All walkers check-in personally at the event on Saturday, September 17, 2022.
- T-shirts! Fundraising walkers who raise $150+ (or $75+ for those under 18) will receive a TGP shirt as a thank you on Event Day, while supplies last.
- There is no registration fee to participate in The Grand Parade, but most walkers raise $250-300 or more in support of their charity.
- No money or cheques will be processed at check-in.
Can't join us on event day?
If you have a conflict, we hope you'll join us by fundraising and walking on your own.
Waivers
All participants should register online and accept the electronic waiver.
- Adults: When you register online, you will automatically accept an electronic waiver, which is all that is needed for adults.
- Youth/Children: If you have youth or children on your team, they will need to have their parent or guardian sign a printed paper waiver.
- Someone on your team (like you!) must take a photo of all child/youth waivers and send them to waivers@thegrandparade.org.
- Waivers will be available at check-in on Event Day.
Route Details
- Route Distances: We have a great route where you can walk 2.5 km or 5 km with us.
- Rest Stop: There will be one rest stop with yummy snacks and drinks.
- Signage: The route will be well-signed with our bold burgundy TGP signs.
- Route Support: Route marshals and rest stop hosts will provide support along the route.
- 12 and Under walkers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
What to Bring
A few common sense suggestions:
- A cell phone for emergencies (recommended but not required)
- Good shoes for walking
- Extra snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities
- Your own water bottle
- A passion for the charity you're walking and fundraising for
Niagara Falls Maps
Check out this year's TGP route maps below:
Loop 6 times for 2.5KM
Contact Us
TGP Niagara Falls 2022
The TGP Team Participant & Donor Services
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email niagarafalls@thegrandparade.org