Walk a Mile Event

Walk - a - Mile Event
Saturday, October 14, 2023 
 Hollister Veteran's Memorial Building

Our Online Registration has now closed. 
We will be accepting in-person registration on Saturday morning starting at 10:30am. 
Please click below to sponsor a walker or make a donation for Emmaus House. 

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 What is Walk a Mile in Their Shoes?
A fun, community event that supports the Emmaus House and Community Solutions programs in which where hundreds, and ultimately thousands, of men and women put on a pair of high-heeled shoes and walk through the streets of downtown Hollister in a light-hearted attempt to build awareness of the very serious issue of domestic violence and its negative impact on the community. Everyone is encouraged to participate, and although appreciated, it is not mandatory for participants to wear high heels.

Will High-heeled Shoes Be Provided?
High-heeled shoes will be provided to every registered participant. The shoes come in a variety of colors and styles. Participants are also encouraged to invest in their own pair.

When and where does the event take place?
Our next Walk-A-Mile event is scheduled for October 14, 2023. Event check-in begins at 10:30am and the walk will begin at 11:30am. The Start and Finish of the Walk is at the Veteran's Memorial Building located at the corner of Seventh and San Benito Streets (649 San Benito St.)

What programs and services will my donation fund? 
Proceeds from Walk a Mile in Their Shoes will benefit the Emmaus House and Community Solutions Programs. All of the services provided by Emmaus House and Community solutions work to support the individual’s journey from victim to survivor to achiever. The programs include emergency shelter, a 24-Hour emergency hotline, sexual assault crisis response. Services include individual and group counseling, medical advocacy services, safety planning, children’s art therapies, financial literacy training, assistance in finding employment and housing, and resolving legal issues such as temporary restraining orders.

 How can I help?
There are several ways that corporations, individuals, and community groups can support Walk a Mile in Their Shoes.

You can…
  • Become an Official Sponsor of Walk a Mile in Their Shoes 2023! Please take the time to look at the 2023 Walk a Mile in Their Shoes Sponsorship Packet . If you have questions, please contact Patrice Kuerschner patricek@emmaushouse.net
  • Organize a team of walkers. Find out more about registration by emailing Patrice at patricek@emmaushouse.net
  • Create a fundraising team and invite all your friends, family, neighbors, and colleagues to support you on the walk! Prizes will be announced for: first team to cross finish line in heels, top individual fundraiser, top team fundraiser, and largest team, so don’t waste time – get started straight away!
  • Promote the event to your colleagues, family and friends and encourage them to register for the walk or donate towards your team’s effort.
  • Ladies – Become a ‘sister walker’ bring your own heels, show them how it's done!
  • Become a Shoe sponsor. Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald and Ruby shoe sponsor ships available.
  • Fundraising, now that you have signed-up, get others to support the cause by sponsoring you to Walk a Mile in Their Shoes!
  • Become a volunteer! We always need help before and on the day of the event. Please contact Patrice Kuerschner patricek@emmaushouse.net or Erica Elliot EricaE@communitysolutions.org
  • Make a monetary donation towards the event by visiting Network for Good
  • Donate items that can be used for the raffle/auction.
  • Donate gift certificates and other prizes to be used in the participant goody bags.
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