Welcome to the Jean’s Place Digital Walkathon!

Date: Sunday, October 18 2026

As this is a digital walkathon, there is no set start time or location. You can participate however and wherever you choose:

• Walking through your neighborhood
• Exploring a local park or trail
• Strolling through a grocery store or farmer’s market
• Walking with a team
• Walking solo

Our target distance is 5K, which is approximately 3.1 miles or 7,000 steps. This goal is a guideline, and participation will largely be based on the honor system. 

Participants who go above and beyond will receive special recognition. We will highlight the individuals and teams reporting the highest step counts during the event.

This year, fundraising teams will be limited to participants in New Jersey. Each team will have a designated captain, and participants may register under their chosen captain. Please note that individuals participating in support of Jean’s Place do not represent Jean’s Place in any official capacity beyond their personal commitment to helping the cause.

Fundraising and Donations

Donations will be collected through Zeffy, a secure fundraising platform. Zeffy makes it easy to donate via credit card, Google Pay, or Apple Pay.

There is no minimum donation requirement, and you don’t have to walk to donate. Every dollar raised will directly support the upkeep of Jean’s Place and our mission of helping those in need.

For those who wish to honor loved ones affected by mental health challenges, memorial donations may be made in their name. These contributions help keep their memory alive while supporting individuals and families in need.

Thank you for helping Jean’s Place make a difference in our community. Together, every step and every donation helps bring hope to those who need it most.

Goals:

$600
Keeps us connected to youth and young adults by helping us attend community events where meaningful relationships and support begin.

$1,000
Funds mental health first aid training for our team, ensuring we are better prepared to help those experiencing mental health challenges.

$2,500
Creates an opportunity to give back, allowing us to donate 20% of funds raised to a local charitable organization.

$10,000 (Blue Sky Goal)
Makes a life-changing difference by helping cover mental health care costs for a family in need for part of the year.

We are grateful for your support, whether you’re walking with us or making a donation. We encourage all participants to share photos, step counts, and videos from their walk on social media platforms so we can celebrate your efforts together!