Support Michigan
Parkinson Foundation

Giving and Volunteering Opportunities

Monthly Giving

Your impact can last all year with a recurring donation to the Michigan Parkinson Foundation. 

For more information, contact Lisa Anga at: 
langa@parkinsonsmi.org.

Tax-Savvy Ways to Give

Did you know that certain assets are particularly suited for charitable giving? You may be able to: 

Give from your IRA 
Make a Stock Transfer 
Give through your Donor Advised Fund 

For more information, contact Lisa Anga at: 
langa@parkinsonsmi.org.

The Parkinson Hero Walks are a team/pledge walking event that helps allow MPF to continue critical programs and services free of charge. For individuals with Parkinson’s, to care partners, healthcare professionals, family, friends, and loved ones: they are all our heroes; their courage in facing this disease every day is truly exemplary.

Contact programs@parkinsonsmi.org for information on sponsorship and registration.

2025 Walk Events

Register Today!

Traverse City at Civic Center - August 23
Metro Detroit at Jimmy John’s Field - September 13
Lansing at Hawk Island Park - September 27
Grand Rapids at Alksnis Building, Aquinas College - October 11

Hope in Every Step:

Community Forum

Join the Michigan Parkinson Foundation for our Hope in Every Step: Community Forum series, a statewide initiative bringing education, connection, and inspiration directly to communities across Michigan. There is no cost to attend. Find an event near you below!

2025 Dates:

Kalamazoo, MI: June 10

Registration has unfortunately passed for this event.

Gaylord, MI: June 26

Registration has unfortunately passed for this event.

Marquette, MI: July 25

Join us in the Upper Peninsula at the Marquette Charter Twp Community Center from 10 am – 2:30 pm. We will be providing an overview of Parkinson’s, exercise demonstrations from local physical therapists, and information on how MPF can support your Parkinson’s journey. 

Learn more and register today!

Fundraising Events

Hope On The Field Gala

Join us for the Michigan Parkinson Foundation’s Hope on the Field Gala, an evening of purpose and impact at Ford Field, home of the Detroit Lions.

Date: Friday, November 7, 2025

MPF Annual Fun Run

Join us as we enjoy a day on Lake St. Clair at the Annual MPF Fun Run benefiting the Michigan Parkinson Foundation (MPF). 

Save the date for 2026: June 3!

Community Events

Create a fun, special event and invite family members, friends, coworkers, and your community.

Volunteer Opportunities

Join Our Community

We are a dynamic and growing organization of volunteers. People throughout Michigan take an active role in many areas: Board members, Professional Advisory Board members, Support Group Facilitators and others within the support groups, committees and task forces, assisting in our main office with clerical, resource and other functions, speakers, and office work.
If you enjoy participating in a good cause, and want to contribute your ideas, skills, and heart, please contact the MPF office at (800) 852-9781 or email us.

Why Support Us?

Join Our Community.

When you support us, you provide direct support to the 35,000 people affected by Parkinson’s in Michigan. We are a vital resource, a link to the medical community, and an advocate for those affected by Parkinson’s disease and their families. We are focused on enhancing the quality of patient care through our programs and services. We hope that you join our committed team in raising funds for Michigan Parkinson Foundation.

Host a Community Fundraiser

Looking to get involved with your community and help those living with Parkinson’s disease?
Through third party fundraising, a business, organization, group, school, or individual can host an event or program to benefit the Michigan Parkinson Foundation. While the event is planned and executed independently, we can provide resources and information.
Host a community event like Pancakes for Parkinson’s, a euchre tournament, a garage sale, a race, bike ride, movie night, or banquet. Have fun and do good!
Contact our office to see how we can help!

Hike for Parkinson’s

We are so excited to host our 3rd LucaStrong hike to provide assistance to those with Parkinson’s!
Join us Saturday, June 10 at 11:00 AM for a 3.5 mile hike or walk led by Jim Lucas. All donations will go to Michigan Parkinson’s Foundation and LucaStrong to benefit people in Oakland and Genesee counties with Parkinson’s.

Make a Difference in the Life of
Someone Affected by Parkinson’s

Meet Terry Dachs, 2022 MPF Walk Honoree
“I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in 2011. My wife and I attended MPF’s program for the newly diagnosed as well as their seminars. We joined support groups and have developed friendships with other people battling PD. I learned the importance of exercise. I started boxing, playing pickleball, and hiking. Thank you!”
2022 Respite Care Recipient Family
On behalf of my family and myself, we truly rely on the respite grant program offered through the Michigan Parkinson’s Foundation. As my husband's need for care has increased, I’ve developed tendinitis over a great deal of my body being his main caregiver. Just knowing I can use these funds to help me stay sane as a caregiver, has been a lifeline and just knowing someone really understands what caregivers need. Respite is a blessing to regroup, and gain peace and encouragement to continue. Thank you to everyone who truly realizes that caregivers need respite to survive. Sincerely, The Parker Family

Contact Us

More than 10 million people worldwide are living with Parkinson's Disease.
You are not alone in your journey. We invite you to connect with us.