It's Time to Step Up for Cerebral Palsy

There are 1 million people of all ages with cerebral palsy in the US — and 33 more children are diagnosed every day. In fact, CP is the most common life-long physical disability, and it's vastly underfunded.

Join STEPtember, an inclusive, virtual health and well-being fundraising challenge, made possible by Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research Foundation (CPARF).

IN 2024, 10,454 PARTICIPANTS Have RAISED $1,018,458
FOR CEREBRAL PALSY RESEARCH AND DISABILITY INNOVATION.

How Steptember works

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Sign Up

Create or join a team of up to four or register as an individual.

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Fundraise

Raise money to support life-changing cerebral palsy research and disability innovation.

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Move

Take the equivalent of 10,000 steps per day and track your progress online or in the STEPtember app.

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Share

Spread the word and encourage your friends to donate.

ARE YOU READY? REGISTER NOW

Join us for STEPtember

Let's come together and make the world a more accessible place!

When you take on the STEPtember challenge, you're making a difference by moving cerebal palsy research forward and funding the development of new life-changing technology to benefit all those with CP and other disabilities

No matter how you move, you can change what's possible —  and we can't wait to have you on our team!

Meet the STEPTEMBER TRAINERS

The STEPtember Trainers all have cerebral palsy, which is why they're so excited that you're stepping up for cerebral palsy research and disability innovation!

No matter how you choose to move during the challenge, they'll cheer you on as you reach your fundraising and physical activity goals.

Solly

Solly embodies the "work hard, play hard" attitude. He won't ever back down from a challenge: in fact, he finds fun in everything he does, no matter how hard he is working. Solly's ready to get you moving with a smile on your face this STEPtember.

Julian

Julian spends his spare time creating animated characters and storyboarding. Being creative and physically active is important to him. An active mind and body is at the top of his agenda. His twin sister, Justine is also a STEPtember trainer!

Justine

Justine is curious and loves exploring new books, recipes, and music. She's ready to extend her passion to the support of cerebral palsy! She encourages everyone to get moving, and not be afraid to get to know yourself through undiscovered interests.

Katy

Katy is pretty fearless when it comes to getting movin', and she doesn’t shy away from a challenge. During STEPtember, she hopes to empower everyone to move every day in a way that feels right for their bodies and encourages them to try something new!

Aaryan

Aaryan is a Professional Boccia player, as well as a radio presenter. He studies Psychology, loves swimming and hanging with friends, and is your go-to mental health advocate.

MOVE TOGETHER. FOR CP.

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