The Doggie Walk is the Page Education Foundation's annual summer celebration where people and pets in our community from all walks of life gather to support education!
Join us Saturday, July 18th, 2026 for the 11th annual Doggie Walk.
Doggie Walk 2026
The Doggie Walk is the Page Education Foundation’s annual summer celebration where people and pets in the community from all walks of life gather to support education!
There are two ways to walk with us - In person or virtually! Sponsors and registered guests may walk from the comfort of their neighborhoods and virtually join the event by sharing a photo or video of their walk and doggie using #2026DoggieWalk or they can physically join us at Lake of Isles in Minneapolis on Saturday, July 18th, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. for a 3-mile walk around the lake with Alan Page, Page Scholars, and our doggie friends.
The on-site celebration will include plenty of water and coffee, treats for both doggies and their humans, fun prizes, doggie photography, hot dogs from Oishii Dog and more!
Meet Our Event Partner, The Rescue Pack!
The Rescue Pack is a 501c3 nonprofit rescue located in the Twin Cities. They are an all-volunteer and foster-based organization. Their focus is to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome animals in surrounding communities and neighboring states.
Media Coverage
The Page Education Foundation maintains a robust online presence, reaching 8,000. Our audience comprises a diverse group of supporters spanning various races, ages, economic statuses, and political beliefs, all unified in their commitment to education. In addition, our co-founder Alan Page is a local icon as Minnesota’s first African American Supreme Court Justice, a Pro Football Hall of Fame Inductee, one of the four-famed Purple People Eaters, and a Minnesota Vikings’ Legend, an award-winning children’s book author, and Honoree of the 2018 Presidential Medal of Freedom, who commands significant attention from the media. We are grateful for the media coverage we receive from local news outlets.
Your Sponsorship Matters
Proceeds from the Doggie Walk directly benefit Page Scholars in the form of Page Grants. We are proud to share that every $1 invested into a Page Scholar has a social return of invested of $5.52.
Your partnership is the cornerstone of a community where justice thrives and education knows no bounds. Your support creates a ripple effect of positivity that uphold the economic vitality of Minnesota, fostering an community where every young person can thrive regardless of their race or upbringing. Event sponsors embody the spirit of justice, inspiring the next generation change makers.
Join us in championing justice, education, and economic prosperity.
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Tax Information for Sponsors: Donations are recorded in the fiscal year (July 1-June 30) the gift is receive by our office. All sponsors are issued a receipt acknowledgement letter stating the total contribution value. Upon request, we can provide an estimated tax-deductible portion based on the previous year's expenses. The actual fair market value for the current year will be available post-event. Sponsors declining event tickets must notify the Foundation upon pledging sponsorship.
$2,000
Community Investment Value
Package benefits include:
- 5 in person or virtual tickets which include commemorative t-shirts, Doggie Walk pins, and Doggie Walk treat bags for entire party.
- Inclusion of branded handouts (i.e., your business' flyer, brochure, business card) or trinkets inside Doggie Treat bags.
- Recognition on event thank you cards, event flyer, event page, e-blasts, and social media by dedicated mention with reach of 8,000+.
Questions? Contact us at info@page-ed.org or (612) 332-0406
THANK YOU 2026 DOGGIE WALK EVENT SPONSORS
