Bowling Green, October 6, 2025
News Summary
The Bowling Green community came together to raise approximately $83,000 for Alzheimer’s research during the Walk To End Alzheimer’s at Hot Rods Stadium. The event attracted around 250 attendees who contributed to the nonprofit Alzheimer’s Association, supporting vital services like research, helplines, and advocacy. Participants honored their loved ones through floral tributes, emphasizing the emotional impact of Alzheimer’s disease within families. Road closures were implemented to ensure safety during the walk, showcasing the community’s commitment to tackling this critical issue.
Bowling Green Community Raises $83,000 for Alzheimer’s Research at 2025 Walk To End Alzheimer’s
Bowling Green hosted the 2025 Walk To End Alzheimer’s on Saturday morning beside Hot Rods Stadium, attracting approximately 250 community members who gathered to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s research. The event successfully collected about $83,000 aimed at supporting research, a 24/7 helpline, support groups, legislative advocacy, and online message boards through the nonprofit Alzheimer’s Association.
Participants added floral tributes to a designated grassy corner, with flowers representing various roles within the Alzheimer’s community: orange flowers symbolizing advocates for a dementia-free world, yellow for caregivers, purple for those honoring lost loved ones, and blue for individuals currently living with dementia. The event began at 9:00 a.m. with an opening ceremony, followed by a community walk that commenced around 10:15 a.m. The walk route around Bowling Green Ballpark included roads such as Center Street, East 10th, State Street, and East 8th, returning back to the ballpark, with police stationed along the route to ensure participant safety.
Clint Warf, the director of development for Kentucky and southern Indiana, noted that the event gives participants a voice and touches everyone connected to dementia. Statistics from the Alzheimer’s Association state that approximately one in nine individuals over 65 in the U.S. has Alzheimer’s disease, with nearly 12 million residents providing unpaid care to persons with dementia.
Personal stories were shared among participants, highlighting the event’s emotional impact. One participant recounted her experiences with her grandfather, who struggled with Alzheimer’s disease, and stressed the importance of defeating this illness to protect future generations from similar hardships. Another attendee walked in memory of her late mother, emphasizing her joy and the impact the disease had on their family relationships. The family has participated in the event for several years, hoping to foster advancements that may lead to a cure.
Road closures in downtown Bowling Green were implemented from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to accommodate the walk, ensuring that the event proceeded smoothly and safely for all participants involved. Registration for the event remained open as attendees gathered to contribute to this vital cause.
Event Summary
- Date: Saturday morning
- Location: Beside Hot Rods Stadium, Bowling Green
- Attendance: Approximately 250 community members
- Funds Raised: About $83,000
- Event Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
- Walk Start Time: Around 10:15 a.m.
- Road Closures: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
FAQs
What was the total amount raised during the 2025 Walk To End Alzheimer’s?
The local fundraiser collected about $83,000 on the morning of the event.
What is the purpose of the funds raised at the event?
The funds aim to support research, a 24/7 helpline, support groups, legislative advocacy, and online message boards through the nonprofit Alzheimer’s Association.
How many individuals participated in the event?
Approximately 250 community members attended the event.
What were the flower colors used during the event and their meanings?
The flowers represented different roles in the Alzheimer’s community: orange for advocates, yellow for caregivers, purple for those honoring someone lost, and blue for individuals living with dementia.
What were the road closures during the walk?
Road closures in downtown Bowling Green were in effect from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. to accommodate the event.
Key Features of the Event
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Funds Raised | $83,000 |
| Participants | Approximately 250 |
| Event Location | Hot Rods Stadium, Bowling Green |
| Types of Flowers | Orange, Yellow, Purple, Blue |
| Road Closure Times | 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. |
| Event Start Time | 9:00 a.m. |
| Walk Start Time | 10:15 a.m. |
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Additional Resources
- Bowling Green Daily News
- Wikipedia: Alzheimer’s Disease
- WBKO
- Google Search: Alzheimer’s research
- WNKY
- Google Scholar: Alzheimer’s fundraising
- Minor League Baseball
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Alzheimer’s Disease
- Bowling Green Daily News
- Google News: Alzheimer’s Association
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