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Memory Makers

Challenge 2026

Together We Can Change the Story of Alzheimer’s

Join Rotary Clubs across America in a four-week national fundraising challenge supporting Alzheimer’s awareness, caregiver support, advocacy, and the healing power of music.

Registration Opened

August 3, 2026
Fundraising Challenge
August 24 – September 20
National Live Finale
September 21, 2026
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Register your team now on the RaiseRace.com platform for the Memory Makers fundraiser

Live Finale Begins In

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September 21, 2026 · 6 PM ET
Campaign Schedule

A Six-Week National Journey

Join thousands of Rotarians and supporters across America in a six-week journey of preparation, fundraising, awareness, and celebration.
Phase 1
August 3, 2026

Registration Opens

Individuals and Rotary Clubs can begin registering, creating teams, joining existing teams, and preparing their fundraising campaigns.
Phase 2 · Four Weeks
August 24 – September 20, 2026

National Fundraising Challenge

Four weeks of nationwide fundraising, weekly engagement challenges, leaderboards, Memory Wall participation, club activities, and community awareness leading up to the national finale.
Primary Campaign Period
Phase 3
September 21, 2026

National Live Finale

Live national YouTube broadcast featuring celebrity guests, fundraising celebration, trivia championship, awards, club recognition, Memory Wall highlights, and Grand Prize drawings.

Win Big for a Good Cause

Fundraisers who raise $150 or more during the Memory Makers Challenge qualify for the prize drawings, with one additional drawing entry for every $50 raised beyond the first $150.
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Competition Fundraising Platform

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The Memory Makers Challenge is managed on the RaiseRace competition fundraising platform, where Rotary clubs, supporters, and teams register, launch fundraising pages, collect donations, and follow the national competition leaderboard in one connected experience.

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Live Leaderboard
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Trivia Pledge Option

Memory Makers Website

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Registration · Teams · Donations · Leaderboard

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Register Now

Registration is now open. Clubs, groups, and supporters can click the registration link on the Memory Makers website to begin the challenge.

  • Free to join and open to Rotary clubs and supporters.
  • Click any Register button on this website.
  • You will be taken directly to RaiseRace to complete setup.
  • The whole process takes less than five minutes.
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Continue on RaiseRace

RaiseRace

Participants are taken to the RaiseRace platform, where they can create their fundraising team or join an existing team.

  • Create a brand-new team for your club or group.
  • Search and join an existing team.
  • Set your team fundraising goal.
  • Invite teammates by email or shareable link.
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Get Your Fundraising Page

RaiseRace

Once registered on RaiseRace, each fundraiser receives a personal fundraising page with tools to share the campaign and track progress.

  • Personalized RaiseRace fundraising URL.
  • One-tap sharing to Facebook, email, and text.
  • Download Memory Makers graphics and materials.
  • Track your individual fundraising progress.
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Raise Funds & Invite Support

RaiseRace

From August 24 through September 21, teams use their RaiseRace fundraising pages to invite donors and build momentum.

  • All donations are processed securely through RaiseRace.
  • Donors give directly to your personal page.
  • Every $50 raised after $150 earns an additional prize drawing entry.
  • Real-time totals update on the live leaderboard.

Optional Trivia Pledge

Teams may add a trivia pledge layer to inspire friendly competition and give supporters another way to participate.

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Track the Competition

RaiseRace

RaiseRace powers the live leaderboard, team rankings, fundraising totals, team challenge scoring, and bonus point tracking.

  • National team leaderboard updated in real time.
  • Individual fundraiser rankings.
  • Challenge scoring and bonus point tracking.
  • Progress visible to supporters and the public.
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Celebrate at the Live Finale

On September 21 from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM Pacific Time, teams and participants join a national live finale celebrating memory, music, and fundraising impact.

  • September 21, 2026 · 4:30-6:00 PM Pacific.
  • Live video, podcast, and online trivia championship.
  • Winners announced and awards presented.
  • Grand prize drawings held live on air.
Register Now

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What We're Fighting For

Real stories. Real families. Real moments of connection through music.
Every person touched by Alzheimer’s or dementia has a story. Music can open a door when words become difficult, bring comfort when families feel alone, and create moments of recognition, joy, and connection. The Memory Makers Challenge exists to support awareness, caregivers, advocacy, and music-based programs that bring hope to people living with dementia and the families who love them.

Making Good: David Solie

See how music can spark recognition, emotion, and connection for people living with dementia.

Making Good: Episode One

These moments remind families that connection is still possible, even as memory changes.

Making Good: Episode Two

The power of music. The impact of Music Mends Minds.

Why Your Support Matters

Funds raised through the Memory Makers Challenge support ADRAG and Music Mends Minds — advancing awareness, education, advocacy, caregiver support, and music-based communities for people affected by Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, traumatic brain injury, stroke, PTSD, and other neurological conditions.

Help Us Change the Tune of Alzheimer's and Dementia

Register Beginning August 3
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