2024 Walk for Apraxia Overview

Apraxia Kids once again rallied around the Walk for Apraxia traditions that were set in 2008 while embracing the evolution of today’s culture. In 2024, 61 local walks were held in various locations across North America. Those who could not attend an in-person experience had the opportunity to join us as part of the Virtual Walk for Apraxia. No matter how participants gathered, the Walk for Apraxia continued to implement its foundational pillars:

• Celebration & Recognition – Each Apraxia Star receives a medal in recognition of the hard work that goes into finding their voices. Walk Day is THEIR day. Individuals with apraxia can see a community of support that is there to cheer them on, encourage them, and share in their journey.
• Raising Awareness – As participants ask people in their lives to join their team, donate toward their fundraising effort, or create their own team, more people begin to hear the word “apraxia” and more people begin to understand what it is.
• Building Community – The Walk for Apraxia brings together those touched by apraxia, uniting families and professionals to build a community of support. For many, this event is the first time they discover that they are not alone; meeting others who have walked the path, sharing how they overcame obstacles, and learning there are others who “get” it without an explanation.
• Fundraising – The Walk for Apraxia is the signature fundraising event for Apraxia Kids and accounts for nearly 60% of our budget. The funds raised sustain all our programs and initiatives such as funding research, subsidizing educational programming, developing and supporting our online community, working to develop localized outreach and supports, and providing accurate information on diagnosis and treatment. Without these walks, we would not have the ability to accomplish all that we do.

To view photos of the many amazing participants who walked in 2024, search #WalkforApraxia on all social media platforms or view the photo albums on Facebook!

 Apraxia Kids Annual Report

Your participation in the Walk for Apraxia is crucial to helping the mission of Apraxia Kids succeed as the leading non-profit supporting children with apraxia of speech.  Take a moment and review our 2024 Annual Report to learn how your efforts contributed to the apraxia  community at large.

2024 Walk for Apraxia Volunteers

Volunteers are the driving force behind the Walk for Apraxia. Each event is directed by a Volunteer Walk Coordinator (WC) who is supported by a Planning Team. Walk Coordinators are individuals who courageously step into this role with a heart and passion for helping us expand our reach and further our mission. Without their dedication to the Walk for Apraxia, we could not accomplish all that we do.

Thank you to the 2024 Walk for Apraxia Volunteer Walk Coordinators!

Volunteers are the driving force behind the Walk for Apraxia. Each event is directed by a Volunteer Walk Coordinator (WC) who is supported by a Planning Team. Walk Coordinators are individuals who courageously step into this role with a heart and passion for helping us expand our reach and further our mission. Without their dedication, time, and passion to the Walk for Apraxia, we could not accomplish all that we do.

Walk Location and Walk Coordinator(s)

Thank you to all of the planning team members who assisted the Walk Coordinators and Co-Coordinators by generously volunteering their time and talents to help plan their local Walk for Apraxia event.

Thank you to the hundreds of Day Of Event Volunteers who arrived ready and willing to work at the event. Your willingness to give your time and service is greatly appreciated. Your support of Apraxia Kids allows us to continue to fulfill our mission and serve the thousands of people in our community each year.

What are the Walk for Apraxia Volunteer roles?

• Walk Coordinator – lead volunteer for the planning and execution of the Walk for Apraxia.
• Walk Co-coordinator – supports and enhances the Coordinator’s role.
• Planning Team Members – Individuals who fill various roles helping with sponsorship, outreach, and team engagement.
• Day of Event Volunteers – individuals who volunteer on Walk day to complete tasks such as set-up, clean-up, administrative duties, activities, and more!

Walk for Apraxia Corporate Partners 

Organizations, businesses, and individuals who make a monetary contribution to the Walk for Apraxia participate in a unique way to make Walk day special.  The cash funds support the overall programs, resources, and research offered by Apraxia Kids. Their contributions help make a difference in the lives of children with CAS.

In 2024, our Walk for Apraxia  secured over 225 monetary corporate partners contributing a total of $108,000! Our Media and In-Kind partners, who provide services or goods to enhance the Walk day experience, were valued at $55,000.00. A very special thank you to our National Partner Taco Cabana and our Star Partners listed below.  

National Sponsor

Star – $5,000

AbleNet

Favored Conference and Events

Menkiti Group

River Park Medical Clinic

We also want to recognize and thank our corporate partners who have secured their sponsorship for the 2025 Walk for Apraxia prior to December 31, 2024.  

Abbott Furnace Company

Community Options: A Society for Children & Families

Comprehensive Speech and Therapy Center

Dow Smith Contracting Co.

FIA Entertainment

Francine Ambrogio Gurtler, SLP

JLM Entertainment

KidTalk

Laketown Family Dental

MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy

St. Marys Insurance

The Speech Path Speech and Language Therapy Inc.

Western Washington Medical Group

If you are interested in more information about our sponsorship packages, are ready to submit an agreement form now, or looking to explore a Regional or National opportunity, please email sponsorship@apraxia-kids.org.

Champions Club & Grand Champions Club Members

Apraxia kids is thrilled to give a special recognition to those whose Walk for Apraxia fundraising efforts go above and beyond. Teams who raise $1,000 become a part of our Champions Club, and those who raise $5,000 join the Grand Champions Club! These teams and team captains receive a variety of benefits as a token of our appreciation. 

Thank you to the 2023 Walk for Apraxia teams in both our Champions and Grand Champions Clubs!  Visit the Walk for Apraxia photos page on Facebook to view photos from the 2023 Walk for Apraxia, including club members!

NSSLHA Chapter Challenge

Thank you to the college students and their supporters who participated in the 2023 Walk for Apraxia NSSLHA Chapter Challenge! Once again, Apraxia Kids was blown away by the awareness and fundraising efforts of these teams. Some NSSLHA chapters volunteered on Walk day or joined their local Walk as participants, while others participated virtually and hosted their own awareness day on campus.

Thank you to the college students and their supporters who participated in the 2024 Walk for Apraxia NSSLHA (National Student Speech Language Hearing Association) Chapter Challenge! Apraxia Kids was blown away by their awareness and fundraising efforts. Some NSSLHA chapters volunteered on Walk Day or joined their local Walk as participants, while others participated virtually.

Apraxia Kids is proud to announce the top three fundraising NSSLHA teams. They earned an educational, interactive Zoom session with an SLP specializing in CAS and a parent of a child with apraxia.

Congratulations to these Top Three Teams!

Midwestern University SLPs 2024 – Chicago Walk for Apraxia

Temple CSD/CASTLE Camp – Philadelphia Walk for Apraxia

UVM NSSLHA Walk – Vermont Walk for Apraxia

The university teams below each raised over $1000 and deserve recognition as well!.  Although they did not earn a Zoom session, they were recognized as Champions Club Members.  Thank you for your contribution to the 2024 Walk for Apraxia and helping those with childhood apraxia of speech

UNH NSSLHA – New Hampshire Walk for Apraxia

CSI Linguistics and Speech Science Club – Staten Island Walk for Apraxia

GWU NSSLHA – DC Walk for Apraxia

Lewis University SLPs – Chicago Walk for Apraxia

The National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) is the only national student organization for pre-professionals studying communication sciences and disorders recognized by ASHA (American  Speech-Language Hearing Association).

The staff at Apraxia Kids thank each and everyone of you for contributing in 2024!