McAlister Institute's 13th Annual Walk for Sobriety

SATURDAY | SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 | 8:00 AM
NTC Park at Liberty Station

Event Details

Pre-registration is now OPEN! 


We accept cash, credit, and checks (made payable to McAlister Institute). Registration is $35 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. T‐shirts will be available on a first come, first‐serve basis.


SEE YOU THERE!


McAlister Institute invites you to the 13th Annual Walk for Sobriety on Saturday, September 27th at NTC Park in Liberty Station (2455 Cushing Road, San Diego, CA 92106).  Join us in a celebration that brings help and hope to thousands of individuals and families impacted by addiction.  Please click HERE to get all the event-day details.  


All proceeds from the Walk for Sobriety benefit McAlister Institute, one of San Diego's leading resources for substance abuse treatment and recovery programs.   Our goal is to save lives by ensuring affordable, quality treatment for every individual and family who comes to us for help.  Your tax-deductible donation helps bring these life-saving services to those who cannot otherwise afford them.


WAYS YOU CAN HELP


PARTICIPATE:  Click the "Register" button.  Create or join a Team and help fundraise for McAlister Institute.  With your registration fee, you get a shirt to wear at the walk/run.


CELEBRATE:  Download this sign and share what you or someone you love celebrates, whether it's the number of days you've been clean and sober, someone you support in recovery, or something that inspires your gratitude!  Join the conversation by sharing a photo of you with your sign(s) using the hashtag #walkforsobriety.


DONATE:  If you're here to support one of our amazing Walk fundraisers, please make sure to visit their page to make a tax-deductible donation to help them reach their fundraising goal!  If you prefer, you can complete this form and send it back to us with their name/team on the "in support of" line.  We'll let your fundraiser know about your donation and update his/her page with your generous contribution!


SPONSOR:  Looking to get involved in a BIG way?  Download our Sponsorship Packet HERE or email  WalkforSobriety@McAlisterInc.org to learn more about becoming a sponsor.


INFORM:  Please share our event page on your social media accounts and encourage others to share it as well!  Download our event flyer to handout to anyone who might benefit or celebrate with us!  The more people who are aware of the walk, the more funds we are able to raise, and the more help we are able to provide. 


VOLUNTEER:  Helping hands are always appreciated. To donate your time or talent, please complete our Volunteer Form by clicking HERE


McAlister would like to thank everyone for getting involved and joining us in the fight against addiction.  We want as many people as possible to attend the event, and will not turn away anyone who wants to attend.  If you cannot afford the fees, please email WalkforSobriety@McAlisterInc.org to learn how you can receive a discount code.


Helpful links below:


Event-Day Details


Event Flyer


Sponsorship Packet


Registration and/or Donation Form


Celebration Sign


Community Partner Participation Form


Volunteer Form


5K Course Map


Video of 5K course below:

please note this video was made 2 years ago - ignore the date!


A special thanks to our amazing Event Sponsors who make the Walk for Sobriety possible.

PRESENTING SPONSOR ($10,000):



CELEBRATING SPONSOR ($7,500):




GIFT SPONSOR ($5,000):





KILOMETER SPONSOR ($2,500):













HOPE SPONSOR ($1,000):







We've raised $104.4K Our Goal $250,000

We're fundraising for the cause to make a difference!

You can help fundraise for the cause once you register. Or just make a donation.

NTC Park at Liberty Station

2455 Cushing Road San Diego, CA 92106

Registration Info

Pre-registration for the 13th Annual Walk for Sobriety closes on Wednesday, September 19, 2025 at 11:30 pm. Day-of registration will open at 8:00 am on Saturday, September 27, 2025.

General Admission

$35.00

Youth (12 and Under)

$5.00

Support a Fundraiser

Top Individuals

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View Top Individual - 'Arturo Alemany' fundraiser page using image
Arturo Alemany

Arturo Alemany has raised $4,715 out of their goal of $5,000

$4,715 raised (94%)
View Top Individual - 'Jeanne McAlister' fundraiser page using image
Jeanne McAlister

Jeanne McAlister has raised $1,000 out of their goal of $500

$1,000 raised (200%)
View Top Individual - 'Steve Dawson' fundraiser page using image
Steve Dawson

Steve Dawson has raised $535 out of their goal of $500

$535 raised (107%)
View Top Individual - 'Arlette Valdez' fundraiser page using image
Arlette Valdez

Arlette Valdez has raised $535 out of their goal of $500

$535 raised (107%)
View Top Individual - 'Henry Stephens' fundraiser page using image
Henry Stephens

Henry Stephens has raised $500 out of their goal of $500

$500 raised (100%)

Top Teams

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View Top Team - 'Woof Pack' team page using image
Woof Pack

Woof Pack has raised $74,633 out of their goal of $20,000

$74,633 raised (373%) 4 members
View Top Team - 'Bingo is My Thingo' team page using image
Bingo is My Thingo

Bingo is My Thingo has raised $5,443 out of their goal of $500

$5,443 raised (1089%) 2 members
View Top Team - 'San Diego Detox' team page using image
San Diego Detox

San Diego Detox has raised $2,500 out of their goal of $500

$2,500 raised (500%) 4 members
View Top Team - 'Courageous Changemakers (NCWRC)' team page using image
Courageous Changemakers (NCWRC)

Courageous Changemakers (NCWRC) has raised $1,685 out of their goal of $1,000

$1,685 raised (169%) 16 members
View Top Team - 'Waves of Change (NCoWRC)' team page using image
Waves of Change (NCoWRC)

Waves of Change (NCoWRC) has raised $1,660 out of their goal of $500

$1,660 raised (332%) 3 members

Campaign Activity

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Roberta Levy donated $50.00

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Gary Seideman donated $25.00

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Michael Dillaway purchased a registration

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