It’s already kick-off time for CakeWalk 2014 and registration is officially open!

Bright and early on Sunday morning, May 18, 2014, Birthday Wishes will celebrate its third annual CakeWalk at Millennium Park in West Roxbury, MA.

CakeWalk is our signature (and only) fundraising event, reflecting the grassroots nature of our organization and the importance of kids helping kids. CakeWalk truly reflects what makes Birthday Wishes so special – loyal supporters of all ages and from all walks of life – coming together to make sure that homeless children experience what many of us take for granted, a birthday celebration!

Participants can sign up to walk either our 5K or half-mile route, and participate as individuals or form a team with family or friends. CakeWalk celebrates corporate teams, sports teams, book clubs, scout troops, neighborhoods, school, church and civic groups. Everyone is welcome to enjoy our fun, noncompetitive walk and family festival of kite flying, face painting, entertainment, field games, free refreshments, family raffle, music and more.

Our event goal this year is $75,000.  This funding is critical to carrying out our mission.  In combination with the steady stream of birthday gifts and toys, goody bags, birthday cakes and juice boxes that are so generously donated throughout the year, a successful CakeWalk will help ensure that more than 23,000 homeless children will experience the joy of a birthday celebration in 2014 – an experience that lasts just a few short hours with the impact of a lifetime.

Please visit our registration page and sign up now! Although we expect about 500 walkers the morning of May 18, please ask for me at Millennium Park so I may personally acknowledge your participation and say thank you. I look forward to walking by your side.