This year, Clearinghouse CDFI proudly sponsored the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Nearly twenty CCDFI teammates took part—on-site and remotely—and our community gave generously.
Together, we surpassed our $2,000 fundraising goal, reaching 113%.
The Walk to End Alzheimer’s began in a spirit of unity and hope, as participants gathered beneath the Start/Finish banner to honor loved ones and support the fight to end Alzheimer’s.
Messages of Hope from the Walk
At our booth, participants were invited to leave a Message of Hope. Notes were posted by:
Orange → Supporters of the Cause
Yellow → Supporters/Caretakers of someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia
Blue → People living with Alzheimer’s or dementia
Purple → Those who have lost someone to Alzheimer’s or dementia
Each flower color at the Message of Hope booth represented an individual story.
“We love and support the caregivers.”
“Our memories matter. We love you, Dad!”
“For all on the journey.”
“Walking for two who have passed. Getting info for other seniors.”
These messages filled the board throughout the morning and reminded everyone why this Walk matters.
More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, and over 11 million family and friends provide unpaid care. CCDFI is honored to stand with the Alzheimer’s Association in advancing help for families and progress toward a future without this disease.
Clearinghouse CDFI volunteers and event organizers (left to right: Kelly Marsoobian, Susan Montoya, Douglas Bystry, and Katelyn Phinney) at the Message of Hope wall during the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Thank you to our staff organizers for making this day possible.
Thank You to Our Donors
Your generosity made a real difference. We’re grateful for every contribution:
- Alanna Smith — $100
- Annie Norwood — $100
- Cameron and Kirsten Horn — $100
- Carl Wilson — $50
- Cole & Joey Bastian — $100
- Cory Bittner — $120
- Dave Dixon — $50
- Doug Bystry — $400
- Facebook Fundraiser — $100
- Jeri Redfern-Wilson — $500
- Kelly Marsoobian — $50
- Lundi Chea — $100
- Margie Dorsey — $75
- Randy Dixon — $100
- Richard Wilson — $75
- Robin Hansen — $50
- Scott Dye — $35
 Participants gathered at the Clearinghouse CDFI Message of Hope booth to share personal tributes, connect with others, and celebrate a shared commitment to ending Alzheimer’s. |
 Clearinghouse CDFI President, CEO, and Founder Douglas Bystry meets with attendees at the Message of Hope booth, sharing in the collective spirit of support and remembrance that defines the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. |
 Clearinghouse CDFI Director of Impact Patricia Hansen-Horn joined the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s remotely, walking in solidarity with colleagues and supporters across multiple states. |
 Clearinghouse CDFI set up and ready to go at the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s—welcoming participants to share Messages of Hope and join in support of the Alzheimer’s Association mission. |
To everyone in the community who showed up to champion the cause—and to our incredible colleagues who organized, walked, donated, and inspired others—your support makes a real difference.
Thank you for Going the Extra Mile!
Clearinghouse CDFI President, CEO, and Founder Douglas Bystry at the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s, standing before our Message of Hope wall where participants shared tributes to loved ones. Thank you for going the extra mile!
