Walk With Us: Taking Steps of Hope at Winter Walk 2026

Jan 8, 2026

At the Ignatian Spirituality Project, we believe that healing happens in community. We believe that no one should have to walk the journey of recovery alone.

This February, we invite you to put that belief into action.

We are thrilled to announce that ISP is joining Winter Walk 2026 as an official nonprofit partner in both Boston and Chicago. This annual event brings our cities together for a two-mile walk to raise awareness and funds to end homelessness.

Why We Walk

Housing, food, and shelter are vital necessities, but true recovery requires more. It requires a spiritual foundation—a sense of belonging and dignity that helps people rebuild their lives from the inside out.

When you walk with us, you aren’t just raising funds; you are walking alongside our brothers and sisters on the journey toward healing and home. You are helping provide the “scaffolding for the soul” that makes lasting recovery possible.

Event Details

We are gathering teams in two cities, as well as a virtual option for our friends across the network.

Winter Walk Boston

  • Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026

  • Time: 10:00 a.m.

  • Location: Boston Common

  • Register: Join the Boston Team

What to Expect: The day includes a 2-mile walk around the historic Boston Common. You’ll hear from speakers sharing their lived experiences of homelessness, enjoy refreshments (plenty of hot cocoa and coffee!), and share in fellowship with the ISP community.

Our Partners: We are proud to join as a partner organization alongside the Jesuits East Province, the Office of Ignatian Spirituality, Boston College, St. Ignatius of Loyola Parish in Chestnut Hill, Eastern Point Retreat House, and IVC New England.

Winter Walk Chicago

What to Expect: Join us for a 2-mile walk around Humboldt Park. The event features speakers sharing lived experiences of homelessness, warm refreshments (plenty of hot cocoa and coffee!), and fellowship with our local team.

Our Partners: We are proud to join as a partner organization alongside The Chicago Help Initiative, the Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness, Franciscan Outreach, and The Boulevard.

Virtual Walkers: Can’t make it to Boston or Chicago? You can still be part of the movement. Register as a virtual walker and take steps of hope in your own neighborhood.

How to Join

1. Choose your city via the links above.
2. Register by entering your participant information and creating an account.
3. Share the hope by setting up a simple personal fundraising page to share with your friends and family.

Together, let’s demonstrate the power of community. Let’s walk toward a future where everyone has a place to belong.

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