Event Snapshot

• Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025.

• Location: John Ford Community Center, 710 Missouri St, Tullahassee, OK.

• Registration: $25 per person or $100 per team of up to 5; kids 6 and under free. Registration due by September 10, 2025.

• T‑shirts: $20 (XL & under), +$5 for larger sizes.

• Payment options: PayPal, credit card, CashApp: $WildcatsFoundation (memo format provided on form) and cashier’s check accepted.

Why Sickle Cell Awareness Matters

• Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder that affects more than 100,000 people in the U.S.; about 1 in 13 Black babies is born with sickle cell trait, and 1 in 365 Black babies is born with SCD.

• Symptoms vary and may include jaundice, severe pain episodes (“pain crises”), fatigue, and swelling of hands/feet. Triggers include dehydration, temperature extremes, infection, and stress—making hydration and heat safety at outdoor events essential.

What to Expect

• Tribute Walk: Reflection stations honoring loved ones affected by SCD.

• Community Vibes: Live DJ, food trucks, vendor booths, nonprofit & health tables, and history highlights.

• Health & Wellness: Vitals checks, mobile blood drive, and a health education station.

• Special Stop: Aligned with the Black Towns Bike Tour stop in Tullahassee on Sept 20.

Register to Walk

• Join as an individual or a team of five.

• Fees: $25/person or $100/team.

• Registration due by Sept 10, 2025; kids 6 & under are free.

• Form fields: Name, Email, Phone, “Who are you walking for?” (In Honor/In Memory), Team Name, Team Captain, T‑shirt size (YS–3XL).

Become a Sponsor

Your support fuels awareness, family services, and advocacy in Oklahoma. Levels:

• Gold – $1,000+ (premium logo on materials, recognition, booth, social spotlight, Tribute Wall listing)

• Silver – $500+ (logo, vendor space, DJ mention, social thank‑you, Tribute Wall)

• Bronze – $250+ (name on signage, group thank‑you, social acknowledgment)

• Supporter – $100 (name in printed program, social thank‑you)

• In‑kind donations welcome. Commit by Sept 1, 2025.

• Contact: Lori Hytche Thompson, 918‑348‑0332, Lori@wildcatsfoundation.org.

Volunteer

• Help with check‑in, tribute stations, route support, hydration, vendor support, and clean‑up.

• We’ll confirm shifts and training details after signup.

Schedule of Events

• 8:30 am – Check‑in and Walk-Up registration

• 8:45 am – Welcome Mayor Currin

• 9:00 am – Words by Chairman Hytche

• 9:15 am – Words from Ms. Velvet Brown, supporters of Families with Sickle Cell Disease 

• 9:45 am – Prayer by NAACP Muskogee branch president

• DJ – Music-Fun

• 10:00 am – Walk begins

• 11:30 am – Ms Velvet Brown, family testimonials, acknowledgments and more

• 12 Noon – Balloon Release

FAQs

Is this a family‑friendly walk? Yes—strollers welcome.
How far is the walk? Route length TBD; we’ll provide a map and rest/water stations.
Can I walk in honor/memory of someone? Yes—add names on the form; visit our Tribute Wall on site.
What about heat safety? Hydration is key; we’ll have water stations and shade. Dehydration and temperature extremes can trigger pain crises in SCD—please hydrate and rest as needed.
Are donations tax‑deductible? Yes.
What if it rains? Light‑rain or shine; severe weather plan will be announced via email/social.
Where do funds go? Proceeds benefit Supporters of Families with Sickle Cell Disease (Sickle Cell Oklahoma).