We are incredibly proud to spotlight one of our amazing D’Amore alumni, Paul Zuanich, who has embarked on an extraordinary 1,750-mile bicycle journey from Vancouver, Canada to San Pedro, California. As an ILWU member, Paul is volunteering to raise awareness for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation while simultaneously breaking stigmas surrounding mental health.
ILWU Walk the Coast Achieves Record-Breaking Success
The ILWU Walk the Coast 2024 fundraiser set a remarkable one-year donation record of $146,812. Over 13 years, this incredible initiative has united ILWU locals, pension groups, auxiliaries, industry companies, and friends across Alaska, Washington, Oregon, California, Hawaii, and Canada to raise $1.3 million for childhood cancer research and family assistance programs.
Paul’s Epic 38-Day Challenge
Starting June 5th with a powwow and photo shoot at Peace Park on the Canadian border, Paul’s journey will take him through every ILWU port, including:
- Bellingham, Anacortes, Everett, Port Angeles, Port Gamble
- Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia, Aberdeen, Astoria, Longview
- Vancouver, Portland, Newport, North Bend, Eureka
- Sacramento, Stockton, San Francisco, Port Hueneme
- Concluding at the July 5th Bloody Thursday Memorial Picnic in San Pedro
D’Amore is a proud sponsor of Paul and his mission to fight both childhood cancer and mental health stigma. His journey embodies the resilience and determination we witness daily in our clients’ recovery stories.
Follow Paul’s Journey:
- Live updates: Track Paul’s Progress
- Follow D’Amore on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram for weekly updates directly from Paul!
“Can $146,812 and a bicycle ride save a child’s life? No disease has ever had an instant cure. By working together, we are closer to our goal, finding cures.” – ILWU Walk the Coast
