National Walk Day

National Walk Day
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Virtual

Join us for National Walk Day! The PFF Walk brings people together to raise funds, build awareness, and breathe hope into the pulmonary fibrosis (PF) and interstitial lung disease (ILD) community. By walking with us, you're joining thousands of individuals across the country to accelerate research, empower our community, and transform care so that everyone with PF and ILD can live a better life.

Registration is free, and registered participants who raise $100 or more will earn the 2026 commemorative t-shirt. Register for yourself or start a team today! 

Already registered? Click here to log in to your fundraising dashboard.

Celebrating community

The PFF Walk unites all members of the PF and ILD community. Whether you are a patient, have received a lung transplant, or are a caregiver, family member, friend, or healthcare professional, the PFF Walk celebrates you and your work toward our collective goal: to find a cure.

The Opening Ceremony video on National Walk Day includes an interactive moment of recognition for all who have been affected by PF and ILD. We invite all participants to strike the "Embrace Your Breath" pose (pictured right) when instructed to do so! Want to be a a part of the Opening Ceremony? Strike the "Embrace Your Breath" pose and send us your picture in advance! Click here to submit your photo.

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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
  • Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
  • Share your photos and videos with us
A complete National Walk Day agenda is coming soon!

 

 

    Fundraising rewards

    Raise $100

    Register and raise $100 or more, and you'll earn this year's PFF Walk t-shirt designed by Chicago artist Alyssa Low — a special nod to the 10th anniversary of the PFF Walk and how every step, in every place, contributes to breathing hope into the PF and ILD community.

    Raise $1,000

    Become a member of the Champions Club and unlock exclusive apparel when you register and raise $1,000 or more! The 2026 design is coming soon.

    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.
    Check back for more ideas as we get closer to National Walk Day!
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    Resources 

    Use these resources to answer your PFF Walk questions and help get your fundraising campaign started!

     

    Resource Bank

    Visit the PFF Walk Resource Bank to access everything you need to run a successful fundraising campaign!

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    Social Media Toolkit

    Boost your fundraising campaign and build awareness using the PFF Walk Social Media Toolkit!

    View toolkit

    FAQs

    Click on the button below to get answers to some of our most frequently asked PFF Walk questions.

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    Get involved

    Make a difference by registering to walk and fundraise to support the mission of the PFF!

    Fundraise

    You can make the PFF Walk possible! National, single-market, and exclusive opportunities are available. Contact us for more information.

    Sponsor

    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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    Get involved

    Thank you to our sponsors!

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    About the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation

    At the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF), 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 dedicated to raising awareness and providing support, the PFF is committed to accelerating research, empowering our community, and transforming care so that everyone with pulmonary fibrosis can live a better life. Our ultimate goal is to find a cure for pulmonary fibrosis.

    Questions? 

    For more information, please email PFFWalk@pulmonaryfibrosis.org or give us a call at 855.WalkPFF (855.925.5733).