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Muscular Dystrophy Association Announces Muscle Walk Events throughout 2025 in Local Communities Across the Country
MDA Muscle Walks take place in eight cities across the nation, bringing families, volunteers, partners and sponsors together to fund essential research, care, and advocacy for the neuromuscular community.
New York – Wednesday, February 12, 2025 – Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) announced today registration is now open for eight MDA Muscle Walk events taking place throughout the year starting February 15 in Tempe, Arizona. Participants can create teams, raise critical funds for MDA’s mission, and join families, supporters, volunteers, and partners in a shared effort to make a difference. This year’s Muscle Walks also commemorate MDA’s 75th anniversary, celebrating a legacy of impact and progress. Funds raised will advance groundbreaking research, expand access to specialized care, and champion the rights of the neuromuscular disease community. Volunteer opportunities to support these events are available here.
- February 15 – Muscle Walk of Arizona, Tempe, AZ – Register or Donate
- February 22 – Muscle Walk of Houston, Houston, TX – Register or Donate
- May 4 – Muscle Walk of Missouri, St. Louis, MO – Register or Donate
- May 10 – Muscle Walk of Illinois, Wheaton, IL – Register or Donate
- September 6 – Muscle Walk of Massachusetts, Boston, MA – Register or Donate
- September 13 – Muscle Walk of Minnesota, St Louis Park, MN – Register or Donate
- November 1 – Muscle Walk of Dallas, Dallas, TX – Register or Donate
- November 8 – Muscle Walk of Georgia, Atlanta, GA – Register or Donate
- Virtual: Now – December 31 – Muscle Walk Your Way
The top MDA Muscle Walk team named ‘Team Matthew’ from Missouri raised over $41,000 for the mission last year. “I walk for my 16-year-old son Matthew who can't walk because of Duchenne muscular dystrophy! I also walk to raise awareness about neuromuscular disease and to raise funds to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association! Never give up!” said Matthew’s father John Nash, Captain of Team Matthew.
“Last year, over 2,500 people nationwide raised $856,000 through the MDA Muscle Walk program. This is an invaluable opportunity for MDA families, volunteers, supporters, and partners to come together and connect in the communities where they live for a common cause. Together, we’re raising funds to accelerate research and treatments, to advance care, and advocate for access for people living with neuromuscular disease," said Brittany Minke, Director, Peer to Peer Events, MDA.
Throughout 2025, MDA will promote these events on national social media channels @MDAorg using #MuscleWalk #WhyIwalk.
Watch MDA Muscle Walk videos here and here.
About Muscular Dystrophy Association
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is the #1 voluntary health organization in the United States for people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and over 300 other neuromuscular conditions. For 75 years, MDA has led the way in accelerating research, advancing care, and advocating support and inclusion of families living with neuromuscular disease. MDA's mission is to empower the people we serve to live longer, more independent lives. To learn more visit mda.org and follow MDA on Instagram, Facebook, X, Threads, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube
About Muscular Dystrophy Association’s 75th Anniversary
In 2025, the Muscular Dystrophy Association proudly marks 75 years legacy, impact and momentum in the fight against neuromuscular diseases. Since our founding, MDA has been at the forefront of research breakthroughs, providing access to comprehensive care, and championing the rights of people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and over 300 other neuromuscular diseases. This milestone has been made possible by generations of dedicated support from people living with neuromuscular disease, their families, researchers, clinicians, volunteers, and donors—who boldly drive our mission forward. As we look ahead, we remain committed to honoring this legacy, building on the impact we’ve made together, and continuing our momentum toward transformative progress for people living with neuromuscular disorders.
