ALZ Alaska Blog

As the sun stretches its luminous fingers across the horizon, we stand together, determined to make each moment count. Welcome to The Longest Day—a tribute, a spirited celebration, and a passionate call to action in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.

On this day, we honor the resilience of those facing Alzheimer’s and their caregivers. We recognize the relentless march of time, yet we refuse to yield to darkness. Instead, we choose to illuminate the path ahead with hope, compassion, and unwavering determination.

The Longest Day is more than just an event; it’s a movement—a collective endeavor to raise awareness, support research, and provide vital resources for those affected by Alzheimer’s in our community. As we come together in this fight, we empower each other to make a difference in the lives of those living in our communities and around the world.

This year, on the summer solstice or another day that calls to you, let us ignite our creativity and passion to drive impactful change. From sunrise to sunset, the possibilities are endless. Whether it’s hosting a virtual dance-a-thon, organizing a community barbecue, or crafting handmade goods for sale, every endeavor, big or small, contributes to our shared goal of ending Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.

Here are some ideas to spark your imagination for your own Longest Day Fundraiser

Cornhole Competition: With summer just around the corner, back yard games are not far behind! Gather your friends on a sunny day and host a cornhole competition. Charge an entrance fee to the tournament with the proceeds contributing to your Longest Day Fundraiser. Enjoy an afternoon with good people, good times and supporting a good cause.

Bake Sale: Get a group to join you in whipping up your favroite treats and host a community bake sale. Share your delicious creations with neighbors, coworkers, and social media followers, and have the proceeds go towards the cause, all while raising awareness about Alzheimer’s.

Art Auction Extravaganza: Showcase your artistic talents or collaborate with local friends and artists to host an art auction. From paintings to sculptures to photographs, each masterpiece sold brings us one step closer to a world without Alzheimer’s.

Host a Paint Night: Whether you hire a professional to come teach a class or get together with your friends to try your hand at painting on your own, this is a great way to get together to celebrate art while supporting research and services for those facing Alzheimer’s! You can charge for “admission” and all the proceeds can support your fundriaser. And who knows, maybe you can even sell the new art peices to exceed your fundraising goal!

Purple Hair Dye Fundraiser: Set a fundraising goal for your family, your friend group or at work and if the fundraising goal is reached, promise to dye your hair purple! What a great way to get inovled in the fight and try out a new hairstyle!

Trivia Night: Gather your group for a night of trivia. Test your knowledge, share a few laughs, and make memories—all while supporting a cause that touches us all.

Succulent Plant Sale: Do you have a green thumb? Do you love propogating plants? Propogate your favorite plant or succulent and use the new plants to sell for a fundraiser! You get to share the beauty of your favorite greenery while supporting the fight to end Alzheimer’s!

As we embark on this journey together, let us kindle the flame of hope and perseverance. Let us honor the strength of those who have been touched by Alzheimer’s and pledge to keep fighting until we find a cure.

Together, we can make every moment count. Join us as we embrace the light on The Longest Day.

Learn more and register at alz.org/tld.