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Shine a Light NF Walk

Shine a Light NF Walk is the signature fundraising event of the Children’s Tumor Foundation. Our goal is to spread awareness of neurofibromatosis and schwannomatosis – genetic conditions that collectively affect more than 4 million people worldwide – and raise critical funds to advance research and treatments. Held in communities across the US, Shine a Light NF Walks are family-friendly events where NF patients, families, and friends can connect with others on a similar journey. For more information, contact us at shinealightwalk@ctf.org.

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2025 Shine a Light Walk General

February 26, 2025
300,005
Raised
30000500%

2025 Shine a Light Walk Utah

August 23, 2025
1,485
Raised
10%

2025 Shine a Light Walk Bay Area

September 7, 2025
1,836
Raised
12%

2025 Shine a Light Walk Cincinnati

September 14, 2025
12,893
Raised
9%

2025 Shine a Light Walk Michigan

September 14, 2025
9,926
Raised
9%

2025 Shine a Light Walk Iowa

September 20, 2025
5,791
Raised
9%

2025 Shine a Light Walk Chicagoland

September 20, 2025
12,347
Raised
12%

2025 Shine a Light Walk Philadelphia

September 20, 2025
19,788
Raised
36%

2025 Shine a Light Walk Boston

September 27, 2025
8,936
Raised
22%

2025 Shine a Light Walk New York

October 4, 2025
20,952
Raised
60%

Interested in volunteering for an event near you?

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Hold a bake sale, host a cocktail hour, put on an auction…the possibilities are endless! Create your own fundraiser for the Children’s Tumor Foundation.

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Why you should get involved

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Impact

When you participate in a Shine a Light Walk, you are funding vital NF research

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Community

Our Shine A Light Walks inspire the community to come together

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Incentive

We recognize your efforts through our Fundraising Incentive Program.

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