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This is the 4th year for this event whose purpose is to empower men to better understand and be responsible for their health and well-being. “Walk The Path” seeks to improve social interaction, raise awareness, and create a funding mechanism to further the work of The Walnut Foundation. Along with the participants, we would like to acknowledge our corporate sponsors for this event. Learn more.
Welcome To The Walnut Foundation
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THE WALNUT FOUNDATION IS NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION OF LIKE-MINDED INDIVIDUALS PROMOTING HEALTH KNOWLEDGE FOR BLACK MEN WHILE ENCOURAGING THE PRACTICE OF GOOD PROACTIVE HEALTH. WE WORK WITH THE BLACK COMMUNITY IN IDENTIFYING THE NEEDS OF BLACK MEN IN THE AREAS OF HEALTH AND RELATED ISSUES TO PROVIDE A FORUM FOR DISCUSSION IN A SAFE AND COMFORTABLE ENVIRONMENT.
Services That We Provide
CREATING AWARENESS
We raise awareness in the Black Community about diseases affecting Black Men, while to providing information about the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up practices for identified diseases.
PROVIDING SUPPORT
We seek to improve the quality of life of individuals and families who have concerns about men’s health issues by offering one-on-one interactive peer support.
COMMUNITY & OUTREACH
We collaborate within the community. By partnering with like-minded organizations such as churches, social clubs, and other types of community groups, we share our expertise and our experience.
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SOME OF OUR WALNUT FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBERS ARE PROSTATE CANCER SURVIVORS THEMSELVES. AS THEY SHARE THEIR STORIES, A NUMBER OF THINGS BECOME CLEAR. LEAST OF WHICH, IS THAT A PROSTATE CANCER DIAGNOSIS IS NOT A DEATH SENTENCE.
NEXT MONTHLY MEETING | SUN. April 8, 2018, 3:00PM
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MONTHLY MEETINGS
Our monthly meetings are informal sessions where we provide information. Typically, on the second Sunday of each month these get togethers are held on the 2nd floor of the William G. Davis Centre for Families (60 West Drive south of Clark Blvd) in Brampton. There’s no charge and it is excellent opportunity to get informed. See you there!
View the Google map location.June 2, 2018 “WALK THE PATH” 4TH ANNUAL WALKATHON
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THE WALNUT FOUNDATION 4TH ANNUAL WALKATHON “WALK THE PATH”
Saturday June 2, 2018. 8:30am: 30 Loafers Lake Lane (Sandalwood Pkwy. & Conestoga Dr.) Awards and prizes to be announced.
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