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Barry, OppHub America Desk · · Source: prnewswire-all

Visiting Angels Targets $1M+ for Alzheimer's Walk

* Visiting Angels has consistently been a top corporate fundraiser for the Walk to End Alzheimer's, demonstrating corporate social responsibility impact. * The company's commitment highlights a growing trend of businesses integrating philanthropic efforts into their brand identity, potentially influencing consumer perception.

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Visiting Angels has set a fundraising goal of over $1 million for its 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer's, continuing its long-standing support for the Alzheimer's Association. The in-home care provider has previously raised over $5.3 million for the cause.

Visiting Angels Targets $1M+ for Alzheimer's Walk
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Visiting Angels, a national in-home care provider, has announced a fundraising target exceeding $1 million for its 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer's. This initiative marks the brand's 16th year of support for the Alzheimer's Association's signature event. The company has cumulatively raised more than $5.3 million for the organization over the past 15 years.

In 2025, Visiting Angels franchisees and caregivers collectively raised $448,000, with an additional $500,000 personal donation from Founder and CEO Larry Meigs, totaling $948,000 for that year. The 2026 goal includes a repeat of Meigs' $500,000 contribution. The company aims to leverage this campaign to further support research and services for individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease, a condition their caregivers frequently encounter.

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A large senior care company is raising a lot of money to fight Alzheimer's disease. Investors care because companies that focus on elder care and good corporate citizenship often attract loyal customers and socially conscious investors.

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Visiting Angels announced a $1M+ fundraising goal for the 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer's.

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