In honor of MS Awareness Week, we’ve rounded up a list of upcoming local events that will make a difference in the MS community. Whether you’re interested in participating or volunteering or donating, any time and dollars contributed to the movement will help create a world free of MS.
What is MS?
MS (Multiple Sclerosis) is a central nervous system disease which disrupts the flow of information within the brain, as well as the connection between the brain and body. The cause and cure for MS are still unknown. Most people with are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 50. At least two to three times more women than men are diagnosed with the disease.
How can I help?
Walk MS
Featuring one and three-mile options, participate in the walk as an individual or by creating/joining a team. Kicking off at 8:30 a.m. at the Philadelphia Art Museum on May 5, join thousands in raising money to funding critical services and groundbreaking research for MS. Inspire your friends, coworkers, and family by using the hashtag #WalkMS to learn more.
Women Against MS Luncheon
Women will come together in the Crystal Tea Room on May 24 for one of the National MS Society’s premier fundraising campaigns. This year’s honoree is President & CEO of Tierney, Mary Stengel Austen, who has an extensive philanthropic background. The luncheon will empower women to unite as they learn more about MS and the extensive work of the MS Society.
Preakness at the Piazza*
Cheer on the Preakness Stakes for a good cause at The Piazza in Northern Liberties on Saturday, May 19. Known as “the” Philly fashion event of the season, dress in your finest derby attire and enjoy an open bar, great food, live music and more. Going into its 6th year, this fundraising event has raised over $600,000 with 100% of proceeds go to the National MS Society. Use the hashtag #PreaknessAtThePiazza to learn more.
MuckFest MS
Also known as the muddy fun run with the best obstacles, MuckFest is coming to Philadelphia on June 9 and 10 on the grounds of the Glen Mills schools. Through tight ropes, tunnels and more, you’ll have a muck-tacular time climbing through this muddy terrain. During the run, little ones can play in the free Lil’ Muckers play area. After the run, those over 21 can look forward to celebrating their accomplishments in the MuckFestival with a free beer! Use the hashtag #WhyIMuck to learn more.
Bike MS: City to Shore Ride
Enjoy the ride of a lifetime while biking from Cherry Hill, NJ to Ocean City, NJ on September 29th and 30th. With route options between 25 to 180 miles, take in the fresh air of the flat terrain and back roads of South Jersey. Bike MS is the fundraising cycling series that raises more money than any other cycling event for any other cause, as it has raised over $1 billion for MS! Don’t just ride, bike MS and learn more by using the hashtag #BikeMS.
Learn more about MS through the largest private funder of MS research in the world, The National MS Society. Together we are stronger. Together, we will end MS forever.
If you participate in supporting the MS community in some capacity, share how others can get involved in the comments section!
*Preakness at the Piazza is a Philly PR Girl client.
