FAQs:
1. Do I have to be on a Team? Can I participate as an individual?
- Participants typically walk or run with a team from 2 to 20+ people. But individuals are very welcome! Many racers run as individuals.
2. Do I have to fundraise?
- Fundraising is highly encouraged, but there is no minimum.
3. What is a good fundraising goal?
- Participants may choose any fundraising goal suitable for them, whether it's $10 or $1000. A suggested goal is $50.
4. How do I fundraise? Where do I turn in my donations?
- Ask friends and family for support in the Walk/Run. Create a fundraising webpage to collect online donations. Turn in any offline donations at check-in on the day of the event.
5. How do I register?
- Register online at www.footstepsinhope.org. Email any problems or questions about registration to footstepsinhope@gmail.com.
6. Is there a registration fee?
- This is a free event to keep it as open to the public as possible. But many racers choose to make a personal donation in place of the normal registration fee. Typically around $20. Turn this in at check-in on the day of the Walk/Run.
7. Is there a registration deadline?
- We strongly encourage racers to register 1 to 2 weeks in advance of the event. But, we accept people who arrive on the day of the Walk/Run.
8. Are there incentives to participate?
- Footsteps In Hope Tshirt and Bag
9. Where do the donations go?
- All proceeds support HIV organizations in Mississippi and across the world: Building Bridges, Grace House, Hope Project, MS Episcopal AIDS Committee, UMC Adult Special Care Clinic, UMC Pediatric AIDS Care
10. Is there live music? Are there speakers?
- The local band, St. Adonis, will play at the Walk. Before Start, Mildred Harper will share her personal story about HIV.
11. When is check-in? When is the Start of the actual Walk/Run.
- Check-in begins at 2 pm. Start begins at 3.





