National Walk Day
National Walk Day
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Virtual
The PFF Walk unites all impacted by pulmonary fibrosis and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and provides a special opportunity to raise funds, build awareness, and make a meaningful impact on those affected by the disease. Bring the spirit of the PFF Walk to your own community. Start your day with an inspiring Mission Moment from the PFF and then gather your family and friends for a walk at the location of your choosing. Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the PFF as we walk together toward a cure for pulmonary fibrosis!
Register for yourself or start a team today! Registration is free and participants who raise $100 or more will receive our 2025 commemorative t-shirt.
Already registered? Click here to log in to your fundraising dashboard.
Mission Moment
As part of the Opening Ceremony video, National Walk Day includes a special experience that unites and recognizes all who have been affected by pulmonary fibrosis. The Mission Moment is an interactive opportunity where each participant strikes the “Embrace Your Breath” pose (pictured right). This symbolic gesture unites all members of the PF community emphasizing the Foundation’s goal to raise awareness, fund research, and provide vital support for patients and their families.
Whether you live with PF, have received a lung transplant, or are a caregiver, family member, friend, or healthcare professional, the PFF Walk and our Mission Moment celebrates you and your work toward our collective goal: a cure for pulmonary fibrosis.
Send us your “Embrace Your Breath” pose picture to be featured in our National Walk Day Opening Ceremony video! Click here to submit your photo.
Fundraising rewards
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Raise $100
Participants who raise $100 or more on their personal fundraising page will earn the commemorative 2025 t-shirt.
Raise $1,000
Become a member of our brand-new Champions Club! Unlock exclusive apparel when you activate your fundraising campaign and raise $1,000.
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National Walk Day agenda
Join in on the fun! National Walk Day is your opportunity to share, connect, and unite with the PF community across the country.
- Check out the PFF Walk email series
- Lace up your shoes and walk in your neighborhood
- Listen to the PFF Walk Playlist
- Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
- Share your photos and videos with us
Create a National Walk Day plan
As a virtual walker, you have the opportunity to plan a walk that is unique to you! While designing your Walk day, you can determine the timeline, what activities you will include, and other ways to make the day special and meaningful for you and your team.
Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Take a walk in the park – Gather your friends and family for a stroll on your favorite local trails.
- City Sites – Take a walking tour of your hometown and hit all the most iconic sites!
- Campus Crawl – Your local school campus can make the perfect site for your virtual walk.
- Stroll through your neighborhood – Build a walk route so that you can enjoy your favorite spots in your neighborhood.
Fundraising resources
Use these resources to help get your fundraising campaign started and make it a success!
Walker Guide
Our step-by-step guide to a positive PFF Walk experience!
Team Leader Guide
Our step-by-step guide to a positive Walk experience!
Mission Video
Watch and share this video to strengthen your fundraising efforts!
Get involved
Make a difference by registering to fundraise and support the mission of the PFF!
You can make the PFF Walk possible! National, single-market, and exclusive opportunities are available. Contact us for more information.
Provide support for the PFF Walk by volunteering! Fill out our interest form to learn more about our day-of volunteer opportunities.
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Thank you to our sponsors!
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National Silver
National Bronze
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National Walk Day Silver
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About the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
At the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, we are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those affected by pulmonary fibrosis (PF), a form of interstitial lung disease (ILD). Pulmonary fibrosis is a process that causes lung scarring, in which fibrotic tissue blocks the movement of oxygen from inside the tiny air sacs in the lungs into the bloodstream. Low oxygen levels, and the stiff scar tissue itself, can cause people with pulmonary fibrosis to feel short of breath, particularly when walking and exercising. Over 250,000 Americans are living with PF today. Approximately 50,000 new cases are diagnosed each year and as many as 40,000 Americans die from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) each year.
As the largest organization committed to raising awareness and providing support, our mission is to accelerate the development of new treatments and ultimately a cure for pulmonary fibrosis. Until this goal is achieved, the PFF is committed to advancing improved care of patients with PF and providing unequaled support and education resources for patients, caregivers, family members, and healthcare providers.
Questions?
For more information, please contact PFFWalk@pulmonaryfibrosis.org or give us a call at 855.WalkPFF (855.925.5733).