What is a Virtual Walk? A Virtual Walk Week is a way for all us to be together, even if it’s not in person! For the entire week leading up to the Virtual Walk Day, we’ll be sharing stories from people with epilepsy, volunteers, dedicated staff, and generous sponsors. Your participation in Virtual Walk Week includes: registering your family and friends,...
Every year when we get ready for the Walk to END EPILEPSY, the most obvious way to help is to register yourself – whether you attend the event or are a virtual walker! But did you know there are more ways to participate? Here are just five...
Fundraising doesn’t come naturally to everyone, but it is possible! With the right tools and the right support team behind you, you can become a superstar fundraiser in no time. Some of our past fundraisers shared their wisdom to tell us what made them successful. Tell your story and know your audience This one is important. There’s nothing that...
What’s your story? Team Epilepsy Ninjas is the name of our team for Walk to END EPILEPSY – RGV. Our team name stems from my son’s early love of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and his ability to “ninja kick” his seizures with a positive attitude. Our Epilepsy Ninja had his first...
As a non-profit organization, all the proceeds raised go directly towards making a better community. That’s why our fundraising events are so important, especially the Walk to END EPILEPSY. When you support the Walk to END EPILEPSY, you’re supporting the most vulnerable of our community. Still not convinced? Here are 5 reasons why you should register for an upcoming Walk...
To spotlight the people the Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas helps, check out our weekly blog called, “An Inside Look.” This week, read about everything that goes on to make the Walk to END EPILEPSY happen. The Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas held our 2019 annual Walks to END EPILEPSY in...
To spotlight the people this Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas helps, check out our weekly blog called, “An Inside Look.” This week, read our Special Events Intern Kylie Hucks’s account of what it’s like to be an intern at the Foundation. After Graduation After I graduated from the
Esteban was diagnosed with epilepsy when he was three years old. Before being diagnosed and connecting with the Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas, he and his family didn’t know much about epilepsy. They didn’t know how to explain Esteban’s disorder to other family members. They started learning, doing the epilepsy walks, and taking advantage of...
SAN ANTONIO, Texas – The Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas announces their tenth annual Epilepsy SuperHero Fun Run/Walk on November 3, 2018, 7:00 a.m. Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. Warm up with refreshments, family-friendly activities, and vendors of interest to people affected by epilepsy. The walk will take place at Mission County Park Pavilions in San...
AUSTIN, Texas – The Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas announces the first Walk to End Epilepsy – McAllen. The walk will begin on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at 8:30 a.m. with refreshments and family-friendly activities at Fireman’s Park. Community members are invited to run or walk along a route at Fireman’s Park. Those unable to attend can register as...
