We're Lacing Up for the Highmark Walk

On Saturday, May 2, Neighborhood House is joining nonprofits from across the Wilmington area for the 2026 Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community at Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park.

If you're not familiar with the Highmark Walk, it's an annual fundraising walk that brings communities together to support local health and human service organizations. Highmark underwrites all event costs, which means every dollar raised by participants goes directly to the nonprofit they choose to support. We're proud to be one of the participating nonprofits at this year's walk in Wilmington.

What Your Support Makes Possible

Last year, our prorgrams served hundreds of families across New Castle County. Our Early Learning Center cared for 42 children, and we reopened our own preschool classroom for the first time in more than 20 years. Our Youth Development programs engaged hundreds of young people in academic support, sports, wellness activities, and enrichment opportunities.

Through our Family Services programs, we served 1,484 households in Wilmington and Middletown, distributing 6,460 bags of food and providing nearly $97,000 in financial assistance to families in crisis. And our housing counselors helped 399 families navigate the path to stable, affordable housing, saving $5.75 million in mortgages and helping 41 families avoid foreclosure.

When you walk or donate, this is the work you're supporting.

Event Details

The Wilmington walk takes place at Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park (80 Rosa Parks Dr., Wilmington, DE 19801). Check-in and registration open at 7:45 AM, the 5K walk begins at 9:00 AM, and the 1-mile walk starts at 9:10 AM. Registration is free.

Everyone who registers as a participant, donates $30 or more, and attends the walk will receive a complimentary walk t-shirt on event day.

How to Get Involved

Walk with us. Join the Neighborhood House team and be part of a morning that celebrates community and purpose. To register, go to our page and sign up.

Make a donation. If you can't be there on May 2, a gift of any size makes a difference. You can donate here.

Become a sponsor. We're offering sponsorship opportunities for businesses and organizations that want to support our work and gain visibility at the event. Contact Aja Muhammad at amuhammad@neighborhoodhse.org for details.

Spread the word. Share this post with your friends, family, and coworkers. Every person who joins our team or donates strengthens our ability to be there for our neighbors.

Questions?

Aja Muhammad is our team lead for this year's walk. Reach out to her at amuhammad@neighborhoodhse.org with any questions about registering, donating, or sponsorship opportunities.

See you at the Riverfront on May 2!