THIS EVENT IS BEING HOSTED BY September 7th 10AM-1PM

The Metropolitan Seattle Sickle Cell Task Force is a grassroots community-based organization committed to helping people with Sickle Cell Disease in our local community. The Task Force was established in 1994 as a private non-profit organization.

Our mission is to provide education and support to the community and to enhance the overall well-being of those afflicted with various forms of Sickle Cell Disease and their families. We work to disseminate information and provide support to people with Sickle Cell Disease, young and old.

Learn More About MSSCTF

THE STORIES & EXPERIENCE From our People

The task force has built confidence in using my voice to advocate for myself and others while also increasing my love for the community.

Laelah Sickle Cell Intern

Through its dedication to education, services, and programs, the Metropolitan Seattle Sickle Cell Task Force brings about transformative and impactful change in the community, by empowering and supporting individuals living with Sickle Cell Disease.

Marissa Sponsor

I’ve made & kept lifelong friends, I love helping our community, & all the events we put on!

Kendra Sickle Cell Warrior 

The Task force has helped me feel connected and welcomed. 

Shelton Sickle Cell Warrior

When only a few people know what it’s like to experience this world with sickle cell, the taskforce provides a space where everyone knows the struggles and offers a helping hand to ease the road. You are seen and loved here. 

Shaquita Bell Medical Director - Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic

Through its dedication to education, services, and programs, the Metropolitan Seattle Sickle Cell Task Force brings about transformative and impactful change in the community, by empowering and supporting individuals living with Sickle Cell Disease. 

Marissa Dunn Vertex Pharmaceuticals, State Patient Advocacy Mountain West

SCHEDULE DETAILS Information of Event Schedules

The Annual walk is our major fundraiser and celebration each year. All proceeds collected during the event go to support the following programs: Sickle Cell Camp, Adult Retreat, Support Group, and Special Events.

9:00am - 10:00am

MSSCTF

Registration Opens

10am - 1pm

MSSCTF

Kid Zone

Sponsored by Camp Korey

10:15am - 11:00am

MSSCTF

Opening Ceremony

11:00am - 12:00pm

MSSCTF

Walk

Support Programs

We desire to support individuals and families who are affected by Sickle Cell Disease or who have the sickle cell trait. We offer family education events, support groups social events, advocacy, scholarship, and Sickle Cell Camp.

We want to be advocates for individuals and families in any way possible to enhance their well-being.

 
  • Gertrude Scholarship
  • Retreats
  • Housing
  • Therapeutic Services
  • Financial Assistance
  • Bereavement Assistance
  • Education
  • Transportation
Registration

Registration

$30.00

2.6 Mile (Seward Park Loop)

Includes a T-Shirt and Lunch)

Register

Registration
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EVEN IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT OR JUST

Would like to donate to someone to Walk or Run to support our event.

Your donation will help support the walk, our camp, and/or scholarship for those individuals we support.

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PREVIOUS MOMENTS FROM Our Collective Journey

AT ANY LEVEL Become a Sponsor

Is your company organization, or group interested in helping to sponsor the walk? We are always looking for new partnerships.

TITLE SPONSOR

TITLE SPONSOR 7,500-10,000

  • Event Title, “Company Name”: Annual Walk/Bike For Sickle Cell
  • Logo prominently displayed on the website
  • Logo prominently displayed on T-Shirt
  • Logo prominently displayed on all advanced materials
  • Sponsor recognition at the beginning of the activity – “This activity generously provided by Company Name
  • Opportunity to speak during the walk to promote your organization

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GOLD SPONSOR

GOLD SPONSOR 5,000

  • Logo prominently displayed on the website
  • Logo prominently displayed on T-Shirt
  • Logo prominently displayed on all advanced materials
  • Sponsor recognition at the beginning of the activity – “This activity generously provided by Company Name
  • Opportunity to speak during the walk to promote your organization

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SILVER SPONSOR

SILVER SPONSOR 2,000

  • Logo prominently displayed on the website.
  • Logo prominently displayed on T-Shirt
  • Logo prominently displayed on all advance materials
  • Sponsor recognition at the beginning of the activity – “this activity generously provided by Company Name

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WHO HAS HELPS US Our Past Sponsors

Our Outreach

The Task Force works in partnership with schools, institutions, non-profit organizations, and health care providers to provide sickle cell testing and education about sickle cell disease and traits to the community.

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