walkathon
Pledged distance event
A walkathon is a fundraising event where participants walk a set distance, typically collecting pledges from sponsors who donate based on miles completed or a flat amount.
The format combines exercise with charitable giving: The school held a walkathon for the local food bank.
The word blends "walk" with "marathon," though walkathons are usually shorter and non-competitive.
Binding promise given
- donationVoluntary charitable gift
- sponsorshipFunded endorsement arrangement
- nonprofitOrganization serving public good
- philanthropyGenerous giving for others
beneficiary · charity · supporters · campaign · contribution · proceeds · cause · giving
State of close connection
- volunteersUnpaid willing workers
- gatheringCollection of people meeting
- unityWholeness through cohesion
- camaraderieGoodwill among companions
local · civic · participation · bonding · neighbors · cooperation · festival · inclusivity
Capacity for sustained effort
- persistenceContinuing despite difficulty
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- determinationFirmness of purpose
- gritDetermination or abrasive particles
resilience · pacing · hydration · fatigue · blisters · conditioning · finish line · completion
pledge
Binding promise given
- donationVoluntary charitable gift
- sponsorshipFunded endorsement arrangement
- nonprofitOrganization serving public good
philanthropy · beneficiary · charity · supporters · campaign · contribution · proceeds · cause · giving · benefit
togetherness
State of close connection
- volunteersUnpaid willing workers
- gatheringCollection of people meeting
- unityWholeness through cohesion
camaraderie · local · civic · participation · bonding · neighbors · cooperation · festival · inclusivity · social
stamina
Capacity for sustained effort
- persistenceContinuing despite difficulty
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- determinationFirmness of purpose
grit · resilience · pacing · hydration · fatigue · blisters · conditioning · finish line · completion · distance
gait
Locomotion pattern
sneakers · pedometer · step count · route · course · lap · circuit · trail · pavement · sidewalk
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