Welcome to TBWC’s 2026 5k Walk-A-Thon. The purpose of this family and community event is to raise $50,000 to support programs and services for our Children’s Ministry and Outreach Ministry. These ministries are vital in creating positive change and enhancing the well-being of youth, families, and individuals in Prince George’s County by providing essential support and assistance to those in need.
Walk-A-Thon In Four Steps
Step 1: Register by Sunday, July 26
Step 2: Pledges and pledge forms due on Saturday, August 29
Step 3: Walk, run, or bike on Saturday, August 29
Step 4: Have Fun!
Registration and Pledges
Each participant may register for the Walk-A-Thon on any Sunday prior to the event and the registration fee is due at the time of registration.
* Registration Fee
- Ages 10 to 12: $15.00
- Ages 13 and up: $25.00
* A free T-shirt is included for participants who register by July 26. Participants who register after July 26 will not receive a T-shirt.
* Each participant is asked to collect at least $250 in pledges. There are four pledge levels, and a prize will be awarded to the participant who raises the most money within each level:
- Bronze $250 - $499
- Silver $500 - $749
- Gold $750 - $999
- Platinum $1,000 & Up
* Participation is open to families, friends, and neighbors. Participants 18 or older must register separately.
* Pledges may be made either per mile walked (with a minimum of $10 per mile) or as a flat donation. Each participant is expected to complete the full 5K (3.1 miles). Participants are responsible for completing and maintaining their pledge forms, and additional forms are available upon request.
* Pledge forms may be submitted to the Walk-A-Thon Committee on Sundays after service or at check-in on the morning of the Walk-A-Thon.
* Pledges may be submitted by the following ways to give:
- Cash/Check during Sunday service offering. Make checks payable to TBWC and write “Walk-A-Thon” on both the check memo line and your completed offering envelope.
- Mail checks (payable to TBWC):
TBWC Inc.
P.O. Box 1230
Upper Marlboro, MD 20773 - TBWC website www.TBWC.org to access PayPal under the DONATE option. You do not have to have a PayPal account. Once you click on PayPal, you can either click on DONATE WITH PAYPAL or you can click on DONATE WITH DEBIT OR CREDIT CARD. You do not have to have a PayPal account to pay with your debit or credit card. Ensure to use the drop down to select “Walk-A-Thon” for your donation.
- Paying via PayPal App. Annotate “Walk-A-Thon”.
- CASHAPP via $TBWCHURCH. Annotate “Walk-A-Thon”.
- Please include the transaction fees for PayPal and CASHAPP.
Corporate Sponsorship: Individuals are encouraged to seek corporate sponsors to support the Walk-A-Thon. Corporate sponsors stand to benefit from the event while gaining valuable exposure for their businesses. These businesses will be featured in an electronic brochure. Please use the Advertising Form and Sponsor Letter to seek corporate sponsorship.
Waiver Form: All participants are required to complete a Waiver Form. Parents of children under 18 are required to complete a Waiver Form for their child. Participating children must be accompanied by an adult while at the Walk-A-Thon.
Family and Friends: All are welcome to participate!
Can’t make it at the start time? The Walk-A-Thon begins at 9:00 a.m., but the route will remain open until 11:00 a.m. for participants who need to arrive later. Please note that the course is 3.1 miles, and most participants complete it in 45 to 60 minutes, depending on their pace.
You can find all forms in the complete Walk-A-Thon package below that you may need when participating in this event. The package includes the Walk-A-Thon Pledge Form, Information Sheet, Advertisement Form, Corporate Sponsor Letter and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). Details for completion and submission are enclosed. There is no need to complete the Registration and Waiver and Liability Forms included in the package if you have already completed using the link above.
Questions: Please send an email to WalkAThon@tbwc.org.
If you are unable to participate in the Walk-A-Thon, but you would still like to give a donation, you may do so by clicking here to "Donate" or at the top of the page. Thank you for your support!
