"What does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God." Micah 6:8b
Not even the blustery weather could dampen our spirits! It was an incredible honor and blessing to join so many Walk participants as we stood for justice for the unborn and shared about God’s mercy for those in need. We witnessed a beautiful outpouring of love, faith, and unity. Despite the cold and dreary day, the Walk for Life 2025 saw record-breaking attendance!
This year, we embraced a new location again, hosting the event entirely outdoors at Schoolhouse Park. While we recognize a few processes we can improve for next year, the venue overall was a wonderful fit—offering great amenities like a playground, grandstand, concession stand, ample parking, and a beautiful paved walking path.
We packed the day with family-friendly fun.
Performers from Cincinnati Circus wowed the crowd with juggling acts and lively performances – even the stilt-walker joined in the Walk! Youth groups from Washington Heights Baptist, Wellspring Baptist, and Emmanuel Baptist kept the excitement going with giant games and face painting. Kids, and even a few adults, enjoyed a bouncy house! This year, we traded our traditional breakfast for lunch and carnival snacks instead, though with the chilly weather, we suspect our guests might have appreciated hot drinks over cold sno-cones. Of course, some beloved Walk traditions remained, including worship before the Walk (thanks to the youth group worship team from Dayton Avenue Baptist) and festive music courtesy of the Hope 100.7/93.7 The Light station van.
Each step taken, each prayer lifted, and each smile shared was a powerful testimony that life is precious and that God is moving mightily through His people.
You can watch an excellent recap of our Walk for Life 2025 here.
Walk for Life 2025 by the numbers:
$240,000 was raised through donations, sponsorships, and pledges
335 supported walkers participated by raising funds for our Centers
61 event sponsors covered our Walk day expenses
Over 625 people attended the Walk for Life, with 575 walking with us!
45 registered teams
62 volunteers who covered a combined total of 200 volunteer hours
22 Hope Rising staff members who helped before, after, and during the event
4 youth groups who helped with activities, setup, worship, and….
1 good and gracious God who blessed us with an impactful event!
Thank you to every walker, volunteer, sponsor, supporter, and prayer warrior who stood with us. Your faithfulness reminds us that we are never alone in this mission. Together, we are a voice for the voiceless, a light in the darkness, and an extension of God’s endless love for every mother, every father, every child.
Because of your support, hope is alive. Futures are being rewritten. Families are being strengthened. And the name of Jesus is being lifted high. From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU!
Plans are already underway for our 2026 Walk for Life!