Partnership Walk Memphis

Date: Sunday, October 9, 2011

On October 9, 2011, over 1,000 walked to end global poverty at Tom Lee Park in Memphis.
 

The Walk had lively entertainment and activities for all ages celebrating the diversity of world cultures. Activities included a live band to warm up the crowd, a kids' corner with balloons and face painting, diverse entertainment and dances. The Walk also included a Village in Action displaying how AKF USA projects help communities to become self sufficient. The Walk also attracted many high-profile guests, civic leaders and local media personalities, including:

• Memphis Mayor A.C. Wharton.

• Congressman Steve Cohen.

• Collierville Mayor Stan Joyner.

• Shelby County School System Superintendent John Atiken.

• Memphis Grizzlies Guard Tony Allen

This event has occurred. You may continue to make a donation toward this event below. For more information about the day's Walk, please contact Zameer Merchant by email at zameernm@yahoo.com, memphis@partnershipwalk.org or phone: 877-786-0110.
 

Pictures from the day's events.

2011 Sponsors

2011 Press release

In the News:
Walk raises money, awareness to help destitute around globe - Scott Carroll, The Commercial Appeal