WESTERN MARYLAND KIDNEY WALK

Approximately 400 people are expected to participate in this fun, inspiring, community fundraiser, which calls attention to the prevention of kidney disease and the need for organ donation. Honorary co-chair is Carl Harbaugh, former Sheriff Frederick County who had a kidney transplant in 2008.

Walkers can choose from a 3-mile or 1-mile path, or a special route for wheelchairs. Cheering on participants will be Ms. Historic Maryland pageant contestants, as well as Woolie, the Hagerstown Suns mascot, and Keyote, the Frederick Keys mascot.

The event also will feature refreshments – including bagels from Panera and Pepsi beverages, music from Absolute Entertainment, a clown and additional children’s activities. Also, Sherry Goodman of New York Life Insurance will produce complimentary child photo ID cards

Funds raised through Kidney Walk will directly support NKF-MD’s patient services, education and research efforts.