1000+ Expected at Walk MS: Marietta on April 14 Benefiting National MS Society

Staff Report From Metro Atlanta CEO

Tuesday, April 10th, 2018

An estimated 1,000 people are expected to raise more than $100,000 at Walk MS: Marietta on Saturday, April 14 at Glover Park. Walk MS is an opportunity for people to come together with friends, loved ones and co-workers to fundraise, connect and advocate for people affected by MS. Each dollar raised is one step closer to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s goal – a world free of MS. Since its inception in 1988, Walk MS has cumulatively raised more than $1 billion.
 
“Walk MS is all about community – people coming together to raise money and show support for loved ones, colleagues and friends,” said Cyndi Zagieboylo, President and CEO of the National MS Society. “Funds raised have a direct impact in this community, for example – our MS Navigator program. MS Navigators are highly-skilled, compassionate professionals available to connect each person affected by MS to the resources and information they need to live their best lives.”
 
WHEN: Saturday, April 14 at 7:00 a.m., walk begins at 9:00 a.m.

WHERE: Glover Park, 50 N. Park Square, Marietta 30060

Why Walk MS? Walk MS helps fuel groundbreaking MS research and provide life-changing services to those affected by MS through creating a supportive community of friends, families and loved ones who fundraise and connect.

REGISTER: To find a walk near you, to participate or to volunteer, visit walkMS.org, call 855-372-1331 or email [email protected].
 
Multiple sclerosis attacks the brain and spinal cord, and it is the most common neurological disease leading to disability in young adults. The National MS Society is a gathering place for people with MS, their family and loved ones, healthcare providers, volunteers, donors, fundraisers, advocates, community leaders and all those that seek a world free of MS.
 
Sanofi Genzyme is the premier national sponsor of Walk MS. Biogen, Genentech and Novartis are national sponsors of Walk MS. Local sponsors include Northside Hospital and GEICO.