20th Annual Walk the Walk for Mental Health - Hope in Every Step

Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM (Registration & T-shirt pickup begins at 8:00 AM)
Location: The Community House – 415 W. Eighth Street, Hinsdale

Take a step toward hope, healing, and mental wellness at this one-mile Color Walk, raising funds for equitable access to life-changing mental health services for children, young adults, and families in our community.

More Than a Walk!  Before we step off, enjoy a health expo featuring local wellness vendors, a colorful opening ceremony, and stick around for a post-walk celebration with food trucks, music, games, and more!

How to Get Involved:

1. Register – Sign up as an individual or team. A Walk the Walk T-shirt is included!
   • (T-Shirt size guaranteed if you register before April 20, 2026) 
2. Fundraise – Create a peer-to-peer fundraising page, set a goal, and rally your network to support mental health access for all.
3. Choose Your Team – Select your school or team when registering to track participation and fundraising progress.

Register & Start Fundraising Today!

Together, we can take steps toward a healthier, more connected community. #WalkTheWalk #HopeInEveryStep #MentalHealthMatters

What's new this year?

PRIZES will be provided to each WALKER based on the amount of money raised.
$100 – Win a Community House Cap (Performance cap w/UV guard and quick dry moisture wicking)
$250 - Win a Community House "Hoodie" (High quality material)

Together, we can ensure that no one is turned away from receiving the help they need. Register now and join the movement for mental health awareness and support.

Event Refunds, Deferrals, and Cancellation Policy
This event is approved by the venue to occur as a live in-person event. Participants must agree that refunds and deferrals will NOT be issued for any reason, including participant injury, illness, and any other issues out of the control of the event, including, but not limited to cancellation due to weather/lightning.

Walk the Walk for Mental Health — 20 Years of Impact

Be part of a powerful milestone. Our 20th Annual Walk the Walk for Mental Health brings together hundreds of community members to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support access to life-changing mental health services—and volunteers make it all possible.

From event set-up and registration to cheering on walkers and supporting activities along the route, volunteers help create a safe, uplifting, and memorable experience for everyone involved. Whether you’re volunteering solo, with friends, or as part of a group, your time and energy directly support individuals and families in our community who rely on mental health care.

Join us in celebrating 20 years of impact and help us walk toward hope, connection, and healing—one step at a time.

Volunteer today and make a difference on walk day.

• Intersection Guards: Volunteers will be stationed at a smaller intersection along The Walk route where they will cheer and guide the participants safely. When volunteers see participants starting to approach, look for cars and safely ask them to pause to let the group pass by. If the approaching car is impatient, or not willing to pause, guide the participants to break until the car is gone and it is safe to proceed.
• Powder Station: Volunteer will carry buckets of chalk to the Powder Station table. Using rubber gloves, volunteer will pour small amounts of powder in a squeeze bottle and set them out on the table for participants to pick up. Participants can pick up multiple colors if they wish. Volunteer will instruct them to keep their bottles and powder until the countdown to start the walk where we will all throw the powder together! Keep filling up squeeze bottles as participants take them from the table. At 9:15am, once the participants have started the walk, please take the buckets, gloves, squeeze bottles, and powder back to the front patio for drop off. Leave the table for the cleanup crew to wipe it down.
• Coffee Station: Volunteer will be given Dunkin Coffee Boxes, cups, sugar, & creamers. Volunteer will set up a station located right inside the Village parking Lot. Pass out coffee to participants before the walk begins and when they get back! After the coffee has run out, please wipe down your table and bring the extra supplies back to the front desk.
• Kid Zone: Bring the fun and make a difference in our Kid Zone at the Walk the Walk for Mental Health! Kid Zone volunteers help create a joyful, welcoming space where children can play and create! From leading games and drawing with sidewalk chalk to face painting and handing out balloons, you’ll help turn smiles into memories!

STAY TUNED FOR VOLUNTEER SIGN UP LINK

For questions on volunteering opportunities, contact Cara Romanini at cromanini@thecommunityhouse.org