• Walk the Mile Because HERStory Counts

    The YWCA Carlisle & Cumberland County Walk the Mile Because HERStory Counts is a walk that promotes an end to rape, sexual assault and gender based violence. The one-mile walk features community members gathering in an effort to raises money for Sexual Support Services.

    Tuesday, September 29, 2026
    5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Why should you Walk the Mile?

Walk The Mile demonstrates the strength of our community in standing against violence and sexual assault. The support we contribute will help survivors across our county.

When we envision a world without violence, we begin to build a path to creating that world. Help us raise awareness about violence, support survivors, and envision a world without violence!

Event Location and Details

Date: September 29th, 2026

Time: 5:00 pm

Location: Veterans’ Square (Adjacent to the Historic Courthouse)

Walk the Mile: Because HERstory Counts will take place at Veterans’ Square in Downtown Carlisle, providing a beautiful and accessible space for our community to come together in support of survivors. The event will kick off at 5 pm in the square, where participants can register, pick up their event materials, and connect with fellow supporters. The one-mile route is designed to be inclusive and welcoming, suitable for all ages and abilities. Along the way, we’ll have water stations and signs to guide the walk, as well as volunteers available to assist with any needs. After the walk, participants are invited to stay for a post-event gathering with opportunities to learn more about how to get involved in supporting survivors and advocating for change. Be sure to mark your calendars and join us for Walk the Mile.

Registration Fees

T-Shirts are included in Registration*

Registration Fees, Donations, and other gifts will go directly toward supporting and serving survivors of sexual assault and human trafficking.

Individual Fundraiser

$35 

Team Fundraiser (Up to 10)

$30/ team member

*Registrations after September 11th will not be guaranteed a T-Shirt

Walk the Mile 2025

Last Year, Walk the Mile recruited walkers and fundraisers in the largest quantity yet. We introduced Peer-to-Peer fundraising and showed up in amazing numbers.

$14,000

Raised to Support Survivors

Fundraisers and Walkers

100

46

Survivors Served

Want to make an even bigger impact?

Start a team, set a fundraising goal, and rally your circle to donate. The top fundraising teams will be recognized at the event, and more importantly, they’ll be leading the way in making sure survivors have access to the resources they deserve.

Let’s walk loud. Walk proud. Walk because HERstory counts.

Lace up. Show up. Step up.
Join us for Walk the Mile and make every step count.

Consider a Sponsorship!

Sponsorships make an even bigger difference. Your team registered under your sponsorship is eligible to raise funds and compete for the top-fundraising team prize and the top-fundraiser prize. Learn more today and make an even bigger impact!

Every dollar raised helps provide:

  • Food, shelter, clothes, and other necessities

  • Crisis counseling and safety planning

  • Legal advocacy and prevention education

  • A 24/7 crisis hotline