Over the past few weeks, we have been a touch point of security and to many of our participants and community members. This has happened by completing health and safety calls to ensure all needs continued to be met, purchasing masks to distribute to those in need, and preparing to support our community when we transition to the new normal. With that said, your continued support is more important than ever.

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Highmark made the difficult decision to cancel the Highmark for a Healthy Community Walk events for 2020. This includes both the Pittsburgh and Laurel Highlands walks that AUCP was set to take part in. Since the Highmark Walk is the largest contributor to the success of our fundraising each year, we have decided to continue by hosting two virtual Highmark Walk weekends on May 23rd – May 24th and June 6th – June 7th

We are asking you to help us reach our original goal of raising a total of $7,500. Thanks to our wonderful donors, we’re already over 50% of the way there!  As far as walkers, our new goal is to have 70 walkers join us from all over Pennsylvania during the two virtual walk weekends.

If you or your company would like to sponsor and/or virtually walk with us, you have a few ways to do so:

  • Donate: You can choose to donate to the general fund, an existing team, or to a specific walker. There are two ways to do so:
  • Walk with us: Join us virtually on either of the walk weekends by walking wherever you are! For more information on how to register and how we are tracking this click here.

To thank you for your generosity, we have a few sponsorship incentives:

  • Individual: $15 & more – Free Highmark Walk 2020 AUCP t-shirt 
  • Business: $250 & more – Logo and recognition on our social media and website
  • Business: $1,000 & more – Logo placed on the back of event t-shirts and public recognition

Please contact myself or Jocelyn Hartman at jhartman@scalucp.org with any questions.  Thank you in advance for your contribution. We hope you are staying healthy and safe and look forward to many years of making an impact on our community together

With the recent updates by the CDC in regards to mass gatherings; Highmark Health has made the decision to modify all of the 2020 Highmark Walks for a Healthy Community to an online only fundraiser and a virtual walk for this year’s campaign. Furthermore, AUCP has decided to postpone fundraising at this time and plan to resume in the future as fundraising is essential for the Community Fund to continue. Please stay tuned for updates. We want to thank each person and agency that has donated thus far and ensure you that your donations are still making an impact and will go directly to our Community Fund.

 

Week 6 of the Highmark Walk 2020 stats!

  • Pittsburgh: $1,327 | 18 walkers | 5 teams
  • Laurel Highlands: $2,752 | 5 walkers | 2 teams

Here’s how you can make an impact:

  1. You can sign up to be part of an existing team OR create your own team.
  2. Register as a walker OR a virtual walker. You can literally be ANYWHERE and be part of all the fun!
  3. Ask your friends, family, and neighbors to join your team OR support your team in reaching their fundraising goal!

A special “THANK YOU” to our top donors:

  • Total Mobility Services (Boswell)
  • Integrity Home Care, LLC (Altoona)
  • Wessel & Company (Johnstown)
  • Best Window & Door (Johnstown)
  • CBIZ Employee Benefits (Johnstown)

64 days until the Pittsburgh Walk & 92 days until the Altoona walk.

Link to Pittsburgh Walk: http://hcf.convio.net/aucppgh
Link to Laurel Highlands Walk: http://hcf.convio.net/aucplh

#AUCPHighmarkWalk2020

Stay tuned: Visit us on Facebook to stay up-to-date: http://bit.ly/aucpfacebook

All monies raised will go toward our Community Fund, used to benefit members of our communities experiencing financial need and sponsor scholarships awarded to high school seniors pursuing college degrees in human services. Visit our website to learn more about the Community Fund https://bit.ly/35cYeln.  

Contact: Jocelyn Hartman | jhartman@scalucp.org | 814-915-4055

 

Week 5 of the Highmark Walk 2020 stats!

  • Pittsburgh: $1,052 | 10 walkers | 5 teams
  • Laurel Highlands: $1,752 | 5 walkers | 2 teams

Here’s how you can make an impact:

  1. You can sign up to be part of an existing team OR create your own team.
  2. Register as a walker OR a virtual walker. You can literally be ANYWHERE and be part of all the fun!
  3. Ask your friends, family, and neighbors to join your team OR support your team in reaching their fundraising goal!

Help us reach our goals for the 2020 Highmark Walk!

71 days until the Pittsburgh Walk & 99 days until the Altoona walk.

Link to Pittsburgh Walk: http://hcf.convio.net/aucppgh
Link to Laurel Highlands Walk: http://hcf.convio.net/aucplh

#AUCPHighmarkWalk2020

Stay tuned: Visit us on Facebook to stay up-to-date: http://bit.ly/aucpfacebook

All monies raised will go toward our Community Fund, used to benefit members of our communities experiencing financial need and sponsor scholarships awarded to high school seniors pursuing college degrees in human services. Visit our website to learn more about the Community Fund https://bit.ly/35cYeln.  

Contact: Jocelyn Hartman | jhartman@scalucp.org | 814-915-4055

 

Week 4 of the Highmark Walk 2020 stats!

  • Pittsburgh: $927 | 10 walkers | 5 teams
  • Laurel Highlands: $1,502 | 5 walkers | 2 teams

Here’s how you can make an impact:

  1. You can sign up to be part of an existing team OR create your own team.
  2. Register as a walker OR a virtual walker. You can literally be ANYWHERE and be part of all the fun!
  3. Ask your friends, family, and neighbors to join your team OR support your team in reaching their fundraising goal!

Help us reach our goals for the 2020 Highmark Walk!

71 days until the Pittsburgh Walk & 99 days until the Altoona walk.

Link to Pittsburgh Walk: http://hcf.convio.net/aucppgh
Link to Laurel Highlands Walk: http://hcf.convio.net/aucplh

#AUCPHighmarkWalk2020

Stay tuned: Visit us on Facebook to stay up-to-date: http://bit.ly/aucpfacebook

All monies raised will go toward our Community Fund, used to benefit members of our communities experiencing financial need and sponsor scholarships awarded to high school seniors pursuing college degrees in human services. Visit our website to learn more about the Community Fund https://bit.ly/35cYeln.  

Contact: Jocelyn Hartman | jhartman@scalucp.org | 814-915-4055

 

Week 3 of the Highmark Walk 2020 stats!

  • Pittsburgh: $737 | 9 walkers | 4 teams
  • Laurel Highlands: $1,562 | 5 walkers | 2 teams

Here’s how you can make an impact:

  1. You can sign up to be part of an existing team OR create your own team.
  2. Register as a walker OR a virtual walker. You can literally be ANYWHERE and be part of all the fun!
  3. Ask your friends, family, and neighbors to join your team OR support your team in reaching their fundraising goal!

Help us reach our goals for the 2020 Highmark Walk!

78 days until the Pittsburgh Walk & 106 days until the Altoona walk.

Link to Pittsburgh Walk: http://hcf.convio.net/aucppgh
Link to Laurel Highlands Walk: http://hcf.convio.net/aucplh

#AUCPHighmarkWalk2020

Stay tuned: Visit us on Facebook to stay up-to-date: http://bit.ly/aucpfacebook

All monies raised will go toward our Community Fund, used to benefit members of our communities experiencing financial need and sponsor scholarships awarded to high school seniors pursuing college degrees in human services. Visit our website to learn more about the Community Fund https://bit.ly/35cYeln.  

Contact: Jocelyn Hartman | jhartman@scalucp.org | 814-915-4055

   

Week 2 of the Highmark Walk 2020 is coming to an end and we are kicking it into full gear!

Here are the stats:

  • Pittsburgh: $702 | 9 walkers | 4 teams
  • Laurel Highlands: $909 | 5 walkers | 2 team

We need YOU to be a part of this with us. Here’s how you can help:

  1. You can sign up to be part of an existing team OR create your own team.
  2. Register as a walker OR a virtual walker. You can literally be ANYWHERE and be part of all the fun!
  3. Ask your friends, family, and neighbors to join your team OR support your team in reaching their fundraising goal!

Help us reach our goals for the 2020 Highmark Walk!

85 days until the Pittsburgh Walk & 113 days until the Altoona walk.

Link to Pittsburgh Walk: http://hcf.convio.net/aucppgh
Link to Laurel Highlands Walk: http://hcf.convio.net/aucplh

Stay tuned: Visit us on Facebook to stay up-to-date: http://bit.ly/aucpfacebook

 

All monies raised will go toward our Community Fund, used to benefit members of our communities experiencing financial need and sponsor scholarships awarded to high school seniors pursuing college degrees in human services. Visit our website to learn more about the Community Fund https://bit.ly/35cYeln.  

 

Contact: Jocelyn Hartman | jhartman@scalucp.org | 814-915-4055

      

Week 1 of the Highmark Walk 2020 is coming to an end and we are off to a great start.

Here are the stats:

  • Pittsburgh: $202 | 8 walkers | 2 teams
  • Laurel Highlands: $109 | 4 walkers | 1 team

We need YOU to be a part of this with us. Here’s how you can help:

  1. You can sign up to be part of an existing team OR create your own team.
  2. Register as a walker OR a virtual walker. You can literally be ANYWHERE and be part of all the fun!
  3. Ask your friends, family, and neighbors to join your team OR support your team in reaching their fundraising goal!

Help us reach our goals for the 2020 Highmark Walk!

89 days until Pittsburgh’s Walk & 117 days until Altoona’s walk.

Link to Pittsburgh Walk: http://hcf.convio.net/aucppgh
Link to Laurel Highlands Walk: http://hcf.convio.net/aucplh

#AUCPHighmarkWalk2020

Stay tuned: Visit us on Facebook to stay up-to-date: http://bit.ly/aucpfacebook

 

All monies raised will go toward our Community Fund, used to benefit members of our communities experiencing financial need and sponsor scholarships awarded to high school seniors pursuing college degrees in human services. Visit our website to learn more about the Community Fund https://bit.ly/35cYeln.  

 

Contact: Jocelyn Hartman | jhartman@scalucp.org | 814-915-4055

Highmark Walk 2020 is now live and this year you have two opportunities to get involved! 

  • Saturday, May 9th, 2020 at Stage AE in Pittsburgh, PA
  • Saturday, June 6, 2020 at the Altoona Curve Stadium in Altoona, PA

We are counting on your support in 2020! 

Here’s what to do:

  • Register: Online registration for the walk began today at noon. This is the first opportunity for you to take a step towards supporting AUCP.
  • Share: Support from outside agencies and individuals is our biggest help when it comes to the Highmark Walk. Start sharing about the walk with your coworkers, friends, and family to get them excited about joining your team! 
  • Recruit: Grow your team by asking friends and family to walk with you! The Highmark Walk offers numerous incentives both during the fundraising campaign and on walk day. AUCP even offers a few incentives when you choose to walk with us! The more team members and funds raised, the higher the chance of being a winner! 
  • Stay tuned: Visit us on Facebook to stay up-to-date: http://bit.ly/aucpfacebook

All monies raised will go toward our Community Fund, used to benefit members of our communities experiencing financial need and sponsor scholarships awarded to high school seniors pursuing college degrees in human services. Visit our website to learn more about the Community Fund https://bit.ly/35cYeln.  

 

Contact: Jocelyn Hartman | jhartman@scalucp.org | 814-915-4055

Alleghenies United Cerebral Palsy is excited to be participating in the Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community 2020 on two different dates and locations:

  • Saturday, May 9th, 2020 at Stage AE in Pittsburgh, PA
  • Saturday, June 6, 2020 at the Altoona Curve Stadium in Altoona, PA

Starting on February 1st we will be kicking off the 2020 Highmark Walk by recruiting walkers, creating teams, and raising funds! 

All monies raised will go toward our Community Fund, used to benefit members of our communities experiencing financial need and sponsor scholarships awarded to high school seniors pursuing college degrees in human services. In previous years fundraising provided assistance to clients with outstanding bills, purchased uninsured medical equipment, car repairs, and holiday toys and clothes for families in our communities. Visit our website to learn more about the Community Fund https://bit.ly/35cYeln

Can we count on your support in 2020?  

Here’s what to do next:

  • Start sharing! Support from outside agencies and individuals is our biggest help when it comes to the Highmark Walk. If you think you’d like to walk with us in 2020, start sharing about the walk with your coworkers, friends, and family to get them excited about joining your team! 
  • Start asking! It’s proven that asking early and frequently is the best way to secure team members and donations. The Highmark Walk offers numerous incentives both during the fundraising campaign and on walk day. AUCP even offers a few incentives when you choose to walk with us! The more team members and funds raised, the higher the chance of being a winner! 
  • Get ready! February 1st kicks-off the 2020 Highmark Walk when you can begin registering your teams and confirming donations. Stay tuned for more updates along the way!

To learn more about the Highmark Walk, you can visit our team pages: 

Please contact me at jhartman@scalucp.org or by phone 814-915-4055 with any questions.  Thank you in advance for your contribution and we hope to see you at the 2020 Highmark Walks!

Sincerely,

Jocelyn Hartman

AUCP Highmark Walk Team Manager