The Walk for Hope
A Fundraiser to Support The Coalition to End Homelessness
The Walk for Hope is a 100-mile journey to bringing awareness to the urgent need to end homelessness in our communities.
This five-day fundraising event will start May, Thursday 22nd in Jupiter, Fla. and ends on Monday, May 26th, in Miami Beach. The walk aims to raise awareness and critical funds to support homeless individuals and families across Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties.
With a fundraising goal of providing permanent housing to 10 families, this event will directly support our first, last, and security deposit assistance program. 100% of donations go directly to this program.
David Gallegos will undertake this inspiring journey, starting in Jupiter and concluding in Miami Beach.
David Gallegos has been on the board of the Coalition to End Homelessness since 2023.
David is a healthcare executive with over 30 years of experience working across the healthcare industry. Throughout his career, he has been a dedicated advocate for ensuring that every individual has the chance to live the greatest life possible. While access to medical care is essential, David understands that health is influenced by far more than what happens in a doctor's office. Social Drivers of Health (SDoH) — such as economic stability, education, and housing security — have a profound impact on overall well-being. Among these, stable housing is foundational to health, safety, and opportunity. For children experiencing homelessness has a profound lifelong traumatizing impact. People of all ages who experience homelessness have a 3.5 times higher mortality rate.
David Gallegos, Board Member since 2023.
For David, home is more than just four walls and a roof; it is a refuge from life’s demands, a space where identities are embraced, and personal growth flourishes. From childhood through adulthood, home provides a critical environment for stability, learning, and community engagement. It is within the home that habits are formed, relationships are nurtured, and aspirations take shape. Yet, for far too many, stable housing is an unattainable luxury. Families across the country, including those in South Florida, are forced to allocate disproportionate amounts of their income to rent, leaving little for essentials such as food, healthcare, and education.
Recognizing that housing security is a key determinant of health, David is taking action. As the participant in The Walk for Hope, a 100-mile fundraising walk from Jupiter to Miami Beach, he is walking to raise awareness and funds for The Coalition to End Homelessness. His goal is to ensure that more families can access stable, affordable housing and reclaim the sense of security and belonging that a home provides.
A resident of Weston, Florida, since 2004, David shares his life with his teenage sweetheart, to whom he has been married for more than three decades. Together they have two grown sons who also live in Broward County. His unwavering belief that every family deserves a safe and affordable home fuels his advocacy and leadership in the fight against homelessness. Join David in supporting The Walk for Hope and help make a lasting impact on families in need. Together, we can accomplish the mission of the Coalition, “Ending homelessness through changing lives.”
DONATE TODAY AND BE PART OF THIS INSPIRING JOURNEY
This 100-mile journey is about making a real difference
Join us in supporting David with a generous donation. Whether it’s $5 or $50, every contribution brings us closer to making an impact.
our sponsors
Cherry Willow Apparel
Dental Specialists of Weston and Pines
Dental Specialists of Weston and Pines
Cherry Willow Apparel a "Champion of Hope" sponsor. Thank you to Cherry Willow Apparel. Their mission is to help get as many people impacted by homelessness off the street and into housing as possible. Their goal is that Cherry Willow Apparel becomes a symbol of hope and that people impacted by homelessness are able to feel proud when they see people on the street representing the brand created to support them.
Dental Specialists of Weston and Pines
Dental Specialists of Weston and Pines
Dental Specialists of Weston and Pines
Thank you to our "Friend of Hope" sponsor, Dental Specialist of Weston and Pines. Dental Specialist offers a comprehensive range of dental services. From general dentistry to specialized care in periodontics, endodontics, and cosmetic enhancements, our team of skilled professionals is committed to delivering exceptional results.
Brian and Tamara Anderson Hartka
Dental Specialists of Weston and Pines
Brian and Tamara Anderson Hartka
Thank you to our "Friend of Hope" sponsor, Brian and Tamara Anderson Hartka.
sponsorship Levels
Champion of Hope
Pillar of Stability
Guardian of Change
$24,000
Permanent Housing for 4 families
- Largest, most prominent logo placement on event materials, banners, t-shirts, social media posts, and website
- Featured recognition on website, social media, press releases, and other materials
- Speaking opportunity at the closing ceremony
- Exclusive recognition as a top-tier sponsor
- Opportunity to show the community your commitment to helping those less fortunate.
Guardian of Change
Pillar of Stability
Guardian of Change
$12,000
Permanent Housing for 2 families
- Prominent logo placement on event materials and t-shirts
- Recognition on website and social media
- Special acknowledgment during the closing ceremony
Pillar of Stability
Pillar of Stability
Pillar of Stability
$6,000
Provides housing for 1 family
- Logo placement on select event materials
- Recognition on social media
- Acknowledgment during the closing ceremony
Bridge Builder
Bridge Builder
Pillar of Stability
$3,000
Covers half the cost of housing a family
- Name recognition on website and printed materials.
- Social media shout-out
Friend of Hope
Bridge Builder
Friend of Hope
$1,000
Helps move families closer to stable housing
- Name recognition on event website and on printed material