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Access to surgery
Help reduce barriers that prevent children and families from reaching needed treatment, including practical access costs.
Fundraising & awareness event
WALK FOR HOPE
Every child deserves the chance to heal, grow, and thrive. Walk with BethanyKids Ethiopia to help children access pediatric surgery, rehabilitation, and the support they need throughout treatment and recovery.
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The countdown to Walk for Hope is on!
Every step brings hope
Walk for a child’s brighter future
BethanyKids Ethiopia transforms the lives of children with surgical conditions and disabilities through pediatric surgery, rehabilitation, access to surgery, and holistic support.
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Accommodation & rehabilitation
Support the BethanyKids Accommodation and Rehabilitation Center, helping children and caregivers from distant communities stay near care, with lodging, meals, rehabilitation, and holistic support during treatment and recovery.
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Care beyond surgery
Rehabilitation, assistive devices, family support, and continued care can help children build independence and participate in everyday life.
Event day
Program schedule
Meet our partners, hear stories of impact, and enjoy family-friendly activities. Follow event staff and safety guidance throughout the day.
6:30–7:30 AM
Checkpoint setup, registration & DJ
Volunteer site setup, participant check-in, music, and event-point coordination.
7:30–8:00 AM
DJ warm-up, stretching & safety briefing
Get ready together and hear route and safety instructions.
8:00–9:30 AM
WALK FOR HOPE — Main Walk
Follow the walking route shared by the event team and the instructions provided by event guides.
9:30–10:15 AM
Partner booths & sponsor exhibition
Visit stakeholder booths and connect with supporters.
10:15–10:30 AM
BethanyKids Ethiopia introduction
Learn about our mission, programs, and the children and families we serve.
10:30–11:30 AM
Panel: Making Pediatric Healthcare Accessible
Theme: Walk Together to Bring Hope. Subject: Stories of Impact and Hope.
11:30 AM onward
Kids’ fun activities, recognition & wrap-up
Family-friendly games and entertainment, supporter appreciation, and closing remarks.
Know before you go
Walk route & directions
Explore the walking directions on the map below. The route shown runs between Entoto Park Amphitheater and Entoto Park Kuskuam Entrance. Please follow the event guides and on-the-day safety instructions.
📍 Start
Entoto Park Amphitheater
↗ Outward walk
Follow the walking directions shown on the map toward Entoto Park Kuskuam Entrance.
↩ Return walk
For the out-and-back walk, return along the same route to the starting point, following the event guides.
🏁 Finish
Return to Entoto Park Amphitheater.
For larger map controls and directions, open the route in Google Maps ↗.
Stronger together
Our partners & supporters
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Huawei Ethiopia
With gratitude for your generous contribution and partnership in support of Walk for Hope and better care for children.
Citizen to Citizen
Thank you for supporting Walk for Hope and our shared commitment to children’s health and well-being.
Myungsung Comprehensive Specialized Hospital (MCM)
A valued clinical partner supporting access to compassionate pediatric surgical care.
Birhan Bank · Bronze Sponsor
Thank you for your Bronze Sponsorship of Walk for Hope and for standing with children and families in need of compassionate care.
Little steps, big smiles
Kids’ fun section
A welcoming family area where children can enjoy the day while learning about kindness, hope, and helping others.
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Coloring & creativity
Child-friendly coloring pages inspired by healing, inclusion, and hope.
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Music & entertainment
Fun music and activities to celebrate community and togetherness.
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Games & surprises
Family-friendly games and giveaways, subject to event arrangements.
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