LISLE, Illinois—The Monarch Walk, a community event dedicated to supporting people with disabilities, is set to take place on Sunday, September 22. This initiative by Ray Graham Association (RGA) encourages community members to get active while making a positive impact. Approximately 200 people with disabilities are gearing up for the 2024 Monarch Walk. However, they can’t do it alone. They need your help to reach the finish line.

Event Details

• 8:30–11:45 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024 at North Central College ResRec Center

Honored Hero

• Richard Changelon and his family have been named the Honored Hero award winners for 2024. Richard’s remarkable efforts have raised over $15,000 for the Monarch Walk. Following the loss of his mother, Richard and his father found a supportive community at RGA. Richard now thrives in an RGA home in Bloomingdale, where he receives round-the-clock support. He spends his days volunteering with friends and has a passion for weather forecasting.

Join the Fun

• Lace up your shoes and walk with us! By participating in the Monarch Walk, you’ll be part of RGA’s grassroots effort to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families. Whether you’re walking solo or joining a team, your steps matter.

Post-Walk Celebration

After the walk, join us for a celebration you won’t want to miss:

• DJ and dance party
• Carnival games
• Raffles and prizes
• Vendors and sponsor booths

Make a Difference

• By supporting the Monarch Walk, you’re placing people with disabilities on the winner’s podium. Every step you take and every dollar you raise promotes self-esteem, self-confidence, and independence for thousands of children and adults with disabilities.

Register Today

• Visit MonarchWalk.org to register, start a team, or donate. Let’s walk together and create a brighter future for everyone, regardless of their abilities.

Founded in 1950, Ray Graham Association (RGA) serves nearly 2,000 people with disabilities and employs about 350 people. RGA enriches lives by empowering those we support and those who care for them to reach, grow, and achieve. Since 1997, the Council of Quality and Leadership (CQL) has accredited Ray Graham Association for our leadership’s vision of dignity, opportunity, and community for all people.

In 2023, RGA achieved the highest level of accreditation: Person-Centered Excellence with Distinction. 80% of every dollar donated to Ray Graham Association goes directly to people with disabilities. Services include residential, life skills, recreation, employment, and family support.

To learn more about Ray Graham Association, visit RayGraham.org.

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