FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How much money do I need to raise to participate?
Registration for the Walk for Sjögren's is free, but there is no limit to what you can raise! The funds you raise will help support the Sjögren's Foundation’s mission of research, education and awareness. All attendees who register and raise or donate $50 will earn a Walk T-Shirt.

What if a donor wants a receipt for their donation?
If a donation is made online through your fundraising page, the donor will automatically receive a receipt. If you receive cash or checks, you can provide the Foundation with the name and address of the donor and we can mail the donor a receipt.

I have collected funds in the form of cash and checks, can I add them to my total on my fundraising webpage? 
Yes, just list these donations as offline donations and then mail the donations to the Foundation. For Virtual Walks: Be sure to include a note with your check that you already entered the donation on your page, your name and which walk this is for. For In-Person Walks: Bring your checks and cash with you and fill out a Walk Collection Form.

What is the money we raise used for?
The Sjögren's Foundation is the only national non-profit focused on increasing research, education and awareness for Sjögren's. Funds raised through the Walk for Sjögren's help fund research to encourage and support new therapeutics and diagnostics; further Sjögren's research initiatives; provide support and education to patients and their families; increase public and professional awareness of Sjögren's; and allow the Foundation to serve as the lead organization for Sjögren’s worldwide.

How long is the Walk for Sjögren's?
The Walk for Sjögren's is a non-competitive, celebratory event. Participants may choose their preferred distance, however walking is not required.

How do I set up a Facebook Fundraiser connected to my walk fundraising page?
To set up a Facebook fundraiser log into your participant center and click 'Connect Fundraiser to Facebook'. A pop-up will ask you to login to your Facebook page and ask you to allow access. All money earned through this fundraiser will automatically be added to your walk totals.

Can I volunteer for the Walk for Sjögren's?

Walk Volunteers are an essential piece of the Walk for Sjögren's. There are many ways to get involved, including being a Walk committee member, reaching out to sponsors, and donating items for giveaways. If your Walk is a live event, you can also volunteer day-of to help work the event.
For more information on volunteering please fill out the linked form by clicking here. 

I don’t have Sjögren's, can I still participate?
Absolutely! Participants may include family, friends, co–workers, etc. Everyone is welcome to participate in the Walk for Sjögren's.

Can others join me on the walk?
Yes, if they are with you, just follow current guidelines for safely walking together. Or they can join you virtually by walking from wherever they are. Out-of-towners can even join in!

Are there fundraising incentive prizes?
Yes, there are incentive prizes, as listed on the fundraising prizes page under Event Info.

When will I receive my T-shirt and participant prizes?
Walkers will receive the incentive prizes they have earned after the Walk. However, for the Virtual walk, if you register and raise $50 two weeks before the event, your T-shirt will be mailed to you before walk day. For Live Walks, T-shirts will be available at the check-in and registration table.

Where do I send the money I collected?
Please mail your funds collected offline to the Sjögren's Foundation. When mailing, please be sure to include your name, and contact information clearly on the materials. For Virtual Walks: You can also enter them in your participant center as offline donations. Please let us know when you do this. For Live Walks: Bring your funds to the event (if possible, pre-enter them in your participant center as an offline donation, and we will confirm at the event.) You can also mail it in if plenty of time before the event.

Address for mailing:

Sjögren's Foundation - AREA Walk for Sjögren's
10701 Parkridge Blvd., Suite 170
Reston, VA 20191

If you have any additional questions, please contact the Foundation at (301) 530-4420 or walk@sjogrens.org.