Press Release, JB Sports LLC

Register now to join The Denise D'Ascenzo Foundation for its second annual fundraising walk in memory of Connecticut’s beloved news anchor, Denise D’Ascenzo.

The two-mile health walk steps off on Saturday, April 29 at 10 a.m. on Quinnipiac University’s Mount Carmel campus at 275 Mount Carmel Ave in Hamden, Conn., with part of the proceeds to be donated to the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD). The event will be held rain or shine, and many of the children’s activities will be indoors.

Pipes and drums players will lead the procession on the flat walk course that winds through the picturesque Quinnipiac University campus, beginning and ending at the school’s recreation center. This event will offer something for the whole family. Participants and spectators will enjoy food and beverages. Numerous kids’ activities including carnival games, clowns, balloon animals, bubbles, and magicians will start at 9 a.m. and can be enjoyed throughout the event. WFSB-TV 3’s Kara Sundlun and WTNH-TV 8’s Dennis House will emcee the event.

“We are excited to again host this event in honor of Denise’s legacy as one of Connecticut’s longest-serving news anchor, broadcasting on Channel 3 for over 33 years and, just as importantly, as a wonderful human being,” explains Wayne Cooke, Denise’s husband and the Executive Director of The Denise D’Ascenzo Foundation. “We selected the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) to receive part of funds raised in order to continue to spread the kindness she showed others, especially those facing life’s challenges.”

NORD’s mission is to identify, treat, and cure rare disorders through programs of education, advocacy, research, and patient services.

You can register online to walk in person or virtually. Participants are encouraged to raise funds from friends and associates or donate to The Denise D’Ascenzo Foundation which will donate part of the event’s proceeds to NORD. Raise $200 or more and receive a complimentary walk entry! Awards will be presented to the top fundraisers. Email jody@jbsports.com to learn more about fundraising.

Sign up now to register, sponsor, donate or raise funds for the April 29 event.

To register to participate in-person or virtually, and get full information, go to www.thedenisefoundation.com or www.runsignup.com/Race/CT/Hamden/DeniseDAscenzoWalk.

The health and safety of participants, volunteers, walk staff, and the community is the event’s top priority. The event will meet or exceed all local and state health requirements.