Assist Pregnancy Center's Walk Run Ride for Life

Details: Walk Run Ride for Life Event! The event will take place on Saturday, May 9th at 10:00 am at Occoquan Regional Park. Sign up to participate as a walker, runner, or bike rider—and then invite others to sponsor you! Following event completion, stay for food, fun activities, prizes, and ministry stories as we celebrate LIFE together.

Location: Occoquan Regional Park

Address: The Pavilion at Occoquan Regional Park, 9751 Ox Rd, Lorton, VA

• Additional Park Offerings

  • Fishing

  • Batting Cage

  • Boat & Kayak Rental

  • Hiking Trails

  • Brickmakers Cafe: Brickmaker's menu features a variety of items, including fries, burgers, salads, and more! 

Course: 

• The 1 Mile Family Stroll will occur on Occoquan Regional Park grounds. This event is perfect for families, strollers, and young children with bikes and all walkers. The course is an out-and-back course that starts and ends at the pavilion where we are gathering. 

• The 5k Run will occur on Occoquan Regional Park grounds. The course is an out-and-back course that starts and ends at the pavilion where we are gathering. 

• The Distance Cycle is a virtual event. Participants will pick their own course and complete their distance cycle by Saturday, May 9th. All participants are encouraged to join us at Occoquan Regional Park on Saturday, May 9th, to partake in our in-person event full of fun activities. Cyclists can bring their bikes with them to Occoquan for a leisure bike ride, but there is no set long-distance bike course on-site at the walk-run ride event. 

Registration:  Make sure to register so you will receive your t-shirt and qualify to earn prizes. 

Fundraising Goal: Help raise $75,000 to support free medical services, mentoring, and parenting education for families facing an unexpected pregnancy in the DC region. Raise support through sponsors and/or make a donation yourself – BOTH support a great cause!

Teams: Join a team and fundraise with your friends and church. On the first page of your registration, you can opt to join an existing team or create a new team. 

T-Shirts: Each registered adult or child participant who raises $50 will receive a t-shirt. Select your size when registering. 

Questions: Contact Stephanie Lindsay at development@assistcpc.org 

Fundraising 

1. How do I log-in to my personal Fundraising page? 

Click here

2. Where can I learn more about forming a team?

Click here

3. Is it a per-mile donation? 

All donations are “flat” amounts, meaning the donation offered is the total amount. There is no per-mile fee or cost, no sign-up fee, or minimum to raise to walk. All donations are tax-deductible!

4. How do I handle offline donations? 

Print our sponsorship form attached below and fill out the information for any cash or check donations you receive. Bring your form and any cash or check donations with you to the event. 

You can also mail the sponsorship form with the cash and checks to Assist Pregnancy Center  (5101 Backlick Rd E, Annandale, VA 22003)

5. Are there prizes for Fundraising?

Absolutely! We love to thank you for all that you do for life! You will receive your prizes at the event on Saturday, May 9th. 

6. How do I recruit people to Sponsor me?

Find helpful fundraising tips here.

Registration 

1. Are there registration fees to participate in the Walk Run Ride for Life? 

There is no registration fee to participate. 

2. How do I get a T-shirt?

Adult participant: Raise $50 or more and receive a T-shirt.
Self-Fundraising Kid Participant: Raise $50 or more and receive a T-shirt. (12 and Under)
Fundraising Families: Fundraise as a family and qualify for T-shirts! 
For example, If you are a family and raise $150, then three people can receive a T-shirt

If you are registering after April 5th, we won't be able to guarantee your T-shirt size. 
Questions? Email Development@assistcpc.org  

3. Do I have to belong to a church group or join a team? 

You do not need to belong to a church group or join a team. We want everyone to be able to participate, and you are welcome to join the event on your own, with your family, or with a group of friends. 

4. Are you having trouble registering? 

Email Stephanie at development@assictcpc.org, and she will assist you!

Event Details 

Details: IN-Person Walk Run Ride for Life Event! The event will take place on Saturday, May 9th at 10:00 am at Occoquan Regional Park. Sign up to participate as a walker, runner, or bike rider—and then invite others to sponsor you! Following event completion, stay for food, fun activities, prizes, and ministry stories as we celebrate LIFE together.

Location: Occoquan Regional Park. Address: 9751 Ox Rd, Lorton, VA 22079

Course:

-The 1 Mile Family Stroll will occur on Occoquan Regional Park grounds. This event is perfect for families, strollers, and young children with bikes and all walkers. The course is an out-and-back course that starts and ends at the pavilion where we are gathering. 

-The 5k Run will occur on Occoquan Regional Park grounds. The course is an out-and-back course that starts and ends at the pavilion where we are gathering. 

-The Distance Cycle is a virtual event. Participants will pick their own course and complete their distance cycle by Saturday, May 9th. All participants are encouraged to join us at Occoquan Regional Park on Saturday, May 9th, to partake in our in-person event full of fun activities. Cyclists can bring their bikes with them to Occoquan for a leisure bike ride, but there is no set long-distance bike course on-site at the walk-run ride event. 

Fundraising Goal: Help raise $75,000 this year to support free medical, counseling, and educational care for families facing an unexpected pregnancy in the DC region. Become an individual fundraiser when you register to participate, and consider making your own donation to help reach the event goal. 

Questions: Don't hesitate to get in touch with Stephanie Lindsay at development@assistcpc.org 

How to Log-In to your Fundraising Page 

Sample Fundraising Email or Letter:

(Here's a sample email you can personalize to send to your friends and family!)
 

Dear Friend,

This spring, I am participating in a special fundraising event to benefit Assist Pregnancy Center. 

Assist Pregnancy Center is a local clinic that helps women and men experiencing an unplanned pregnancy with practical medical care, counseling, and relational support. Because of Assist, families are empowered to choose life for themselves and their unborn children. All of their services are provided at no cost and benefit our community. (Learn more about Assist at www.assistpartners.org).

Assist Pregnancy Center ministers in many ways:
• Pregnancy testing
• Ultrasound consultations
• Options counseling, covering abortion risks and alternatives, adoption, and parenting
• Pregnancy and parenting education programs
• Material resources
• Men’s mentoring and fatherhood coaching
• Post-abortion counseling and abortion recovery Bible studies
• Referrals for medical care, adoption placement, housing, and community social services
• Connections to local churches for discipleship and spiritual support

I am participating in Assist’s upcoming fundraiser, the Walk Run Ride for LIFE, so they can continue serving all who walk through their doors!

I am writing to invite you to sponsor me. Every dollar I raise will help Assist Pregnancy Center provide life-changing services. My goal is to raise [list goal amount]. Will you help? Your donation of $25, $50, $100 or more will directly support families and children. It’s easy to make a tax-deductible donation and sponsor me on my personal fundraising web page here: [enter your page URL here]. 

Thank you for sponsoring me and making a difference for life!

[Your Name & Contact Information] 

Reach Your Goal Faster with Facebook

1. Connect your fundraiser to Facebook
2. Invite friends, share updates, and collect donations on Facebook.
3. We’ll keep track of your progress for you. The money you raise on Facebook will count towards your goal.

FUNDRAISING TIPS TO HELP YOU MEET YOUR PERSONAL FUNDRAISING GOAL:

Personalize your fundraising page and connect your page to your social networking sites. Uploading a photo, explaining why you care about life, and why you are participating will help your sponsors connect with you. Make sure to email your page to your friends and family as well.

Set a goal. Enter the amount on your personal fundraising page. Be sure to let your sponsors know that their contribution helped you reach your goal!

Dedicate your participation to someone you know who has been touched by an unplanned pregnancy, or to someone who has been impacted by abortion.

Donate personally. Others will appreciate that you are devoting both your time and your own finances when you make a personal donation towards your fundraising goal.

Be enthusiastic when asking for sponsorships! Let people know that their money makes a real difference.

Use special occasions. If you have a birthday, anniversary, or other special occasion coming up, ask for Walk for Life sponsorships instead of a gift.

Make an announcement at your social club, service club, or church small group. Invite others to sponsor you and remember people can give cash, checks, or donations online.

Contact everyone who sponsored you in the past. Thank them for their donation and ask for their support again. Ask for a specific amount, such as $50 or $100; if they can’t donate that much, they will offer what they can. Be sure to direct your sponsors to your personalized fundraising page!

HOW TO RAISE $500 IN ONLY 10 DAYS:

DAY 1      Sponsor yourself for $50.

DAY 2      Ask two family members to sponsor you for $25.

DAY 3      Ask five friends to sponsor you for $20.

DAY 4      Ask five people from your church to sponsor you for $10.

DAY 5      Ask five neighbors to sponsor you for $10.

DAY 6      Ask two other family members to sponsor you for $25.

DAY 7      Ask your boss or company to sponsor you for $25 or see if your company will match the amount you raise.

DAY 8      Ask five social media friends to sponsor you for $20.

DAY 9      Ask one business you frequently visit to sponsor you for $25.

DAY 10    You’ve done it! Great job! 

Thanks to CPC Tidewater for these fundraising ideas. 

Questions about forming a team from your church, school, or home group? Explore the resources below. Contact Stephanie at development@assistcpc.org to learn more!

2026 Team Captain Guidebook

2026 Race Guide 

2026 Church Flyer 

Assist Pregnancy Center is a Christ-centered, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization working to encourage, educate, and empower women and men to make life-giving decisions. Through the provision of medical services, pregnancy options counseling, educational programs, fatherhood coaching, and practical assistance, Assist comes alongside individuals to affirm life and share the hope found in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Since 1990, Assist has served thousands of families coming from an average of sixty different countries each year. Because of the generosity of individual donors, churches, and businesses, all of our services are provided at no cost to those we serve. Assist receives no government funding.

WATCH The video below and hear Client Testimonials about how their visit to the Center transformed their lives, empowering them to overcome their fears and embrace hope for their future. We are so thankful that because of you, many more women and men will experience that journey at Assist Pregnancy Center in the months ahead!