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Fundraising & Special Events

Kennedy Krieger Institute events are uplifting, enjoyable and a great way to bring family and community together. With a variety of fundraisers, professional conferences and special events related to the important work done at Kennedy Krieger Institute, you're sure find a number of areas in which you can get involved. From continuing education conferences for both professionals and caregivers, to major fundraising events and local organization meetings, there are numerous opportunities from which you can choose. Please take a moment to explore all of the exciting things that are happening and make plans to attend and support our work.

Several Institute events, such as Festival of Trees and ROAR: Ride on for Autism Research, help raise significant funding for our programs. The success of these events relies heavily on much appreciated corporate sponsorships, volunteers and your continued support.

Featured Events:



Festival of Trees


DATE Nov 23, 2012 10:00:00 AM
   
LOCATION Maryland State Fairgrounds
2200 York Road
Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093

SUMMARY

Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Festival of Trees is a three-day holiday-themed festival held to raise funds for research, treatment, education and community programs at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. The focal point of the event is the holiday décor which features more than 500 spectacular holiday trees, wreaths, and gingerbread houses created by local designers, artists, organizations and community groups. Additional attractions include live holiday entertainment, more than 100 season merchants, children’s craft and game area, magical carousel, “reindeer” pony rides and, of course, Santa. For more information visit www.festivaloftrees.kennedykrieger.org.

ROAR for Autism


DATE Apr 28, 2013 06:00:00 AM
   
LOCATION Oregon Ridge Park
13401 Beaver Dam Road
Cockeysville, MD 21030

SUMMARY

ROAR for Autism is a bike ride, nature walk, and family festival dedicated to raising funds for Autism research and programs at Kennedy Krieger Institute. This journey through the scenic neighborhoods of Baltimore County, including walking trails at Oregon Ridge Park in Cockeysville, is geared towards families and riders of all ages and experience levels. The event also offers fun family festivities, entertainment, and refreshments. For more information, visit www.ROAR.kennedykrieger.org.

Other Events:


Aces for Aaron

Date
May 19, 2012 03:00:00 PM
Location
Chestnut Ridge Racquet Club
30 Snyders Hill Road
Mount Kisco, NY 10549

Summary

This is a family event that will include tennis fun for players at all levels, food, music, face painting, raffles, crafts, and giveaways. Tickets cost $50.00 per person, or $75.00 for a family. Advanced tickets will be sold through Saturday, May 14, 2012. Space is limited, so please register as soon as possible. All money raised will benefit Zellweger Syndrome research.

For more information, or to register for this event, please visit www.kennedykrieger.org/acesforaaron.

Motorcycle Toy Ride

Date
Jun 23, 2012 12:00:00 PM
Location
The Harley Store
8845 Pulaski Highway
Middle River, MD 21220

Summary

On Saturday, June 23, ride into summer as 500 motorcycle riders cruise the beltway to deliver toys to children during Kennedy Krieger Institute’s 14th Annual Motorcycle Toy Ride and Family Picnic. Motorcyclists will depart from the the Harley Store, 8845 Pulaski Highway, with their motorcycles full of toys and will roar into Kennedy Krieger’s Greenspring campus where children, dressed in their summer best, will greet them. For more information, visit www.kennedykrieger.org/toyride.

Baltimore Running Festival

Date
Oct 13, 2012 07:00:00 AM
Location
M&T Bank Stadium
1101 Russell Street
Baltimore, MD 21230

Summary

Are you interested in participating in the 2012 Baltimore Running Festival on October 13th? Join the inaugural Kennedy Krieger Institute Charity Team. Whether it's the Kids Fun Run, 5k, Team Relay, half or full marathon, we've got a space for you!

As a member of the Kennedy Krieger team, you can register for FREE by committing to raise funds for the Institute and our spinal cord injury program. You will also receive additional perks and surprises, such as a team t-shirt, breakfast, and a hospitality tent!

For more information on the event or to register to join the Kennedy Krieger team, visit www.kennedykrieger.org/BaltimoreMarathon.

Volunteers are Always Welcome

Volunteer opportunities are available for individuals and corporations who are interested in donating their time and talents. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said that "Life's most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?" Volunteering can be a very rewarding answer to that question. Volunteers are needed for all of our special events and are always welcome and much appreciated. If you are interested in volunteering for these or any other events, please contact events@kennedykrieger.org to keep your address up-to-date in our database.

If you are interested in obtaining more information about these events, please contact the Special Events Team at 443-923-7300. If you are interested in helping Kennedy Krieger by organizing a benefit or by volunteering as a fundraiser, please visit our "Plan Your Event" page.