On Sunday, March 2nd, over 1,000 participants and guests will attend Boca Raton’s third annual “Walk4Friendship”, a fundraising event put on by Friendship House Boca to support programs for individuals of all ages with special needs in South Florida. Free and open to the public, this family-friendly event promises a day full of fun, excitement, and heartwarming meaningful activities designed to bring our community together.
“”In our fast-paced world, Walk4Friendship reminds us to slow down and appreciate the unique gifts each person brings to our community,” said Rabbi Sholom Ber Kessler, director of Friendship House and organizer of the event. “Each year, this walk grows bigger, but our message stays the same: Here in South Florida, no one should walk alone.”
Founded in 2020, the Friendship House of Boca Raton is devoted to enriching the lives of young people with disabilities in Palm Beach County. They run monthly, inclusive programs for children, teens and adults with disabilities, partnering them with volunteers from high schools and the community to build bridges of friendship and understanding between people of all abilities.
“We’ve been very impressed with the Friendship House’s events. Our son, Josh, has been attending activities for the past 2 years, and especially loves seeing his friends at the sports and Sunday circles,” said Nancy Koiles, a local mom. “As a family, we have begun attending a number of events and programs which have helped us build connections with other families.”
The walk will commence with registration and an opening ceremony at 10:00 am, followed by the one-mile walk. Walk T-shirts will be provided for all participants and a carnival will be held from 12 to 2 pm. Exciting entertainment will include carnival rides, moon bounces, a rock-climbing wall, and an acrobatic performance by the ChicagoBoyz, made famous from their appearance on America’s Got Talent. Delicious Kosher Hot dogs, burgers, snacks, and drinks will be available for purchase.
“Friendship House draws inspiration from the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, of righteous memory, who taught that while each individual has different talents and abilities, every individual who fulfills his or her obligations to the extent of their G‑d-given capacities shares in the totality of the effort and accomplishment,” added Kessler.
EVENT RECAP:
WHAT: Walk4Friendship: A Walk for Individuals with Special Needs
WHEN: Sunday, March 2, 2025
10 am – Check-in. 11am – Opening Ceremony & Walk
12 – 2 pm – Carnival, Food & Entertainment for all ages
WHERE: South County Regional Park’s Sunset Cove Amphitheater
20405 Amphitheater Cir, Boca Raton, FL 33498
MORE INFO & RSVP: www.walk4friendshipboca.com
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