Long Beach Walk4Hearing 2025: A Day of Celebration!

On May 31, 2025, the Long Beach waterfront was alive with energy, laughter, and purpose as hundreds of participants gathered for the Walk4Hearing event. The day was not just about raising awareness for hearing health—it was a powerful reminder that when communities come together, change happens.

A Day to Remember

From the moment the first walkers arrived, the atmosphere was heartwarming. Smiling faces, colorful banners, and shared determination filled the air. Families and friends walked side by side, embracing the mission of hearing loss advocacy. The support was overwhelming—each step taken was a step toward accessibility, inclusivity, and empowerment.

Uniting for a Cause

The Walk4Hearing is more than just a fundraiser—it’s a movement. This year’s event in Long Beach demonstrated the incredible strength of our community, with local sponsors and healthcare professionals rallying behind the cause.

Special Moments

Participants shared heartfelt stories of resilience and hope, reinforcing why this event is so important. Please see below messages from our Young Adult Ambassador and LASTARS Walk Captain.

Young Adult Ambassador – Fabiola Ramirez

Hi everyone! I had the most amazing experience attending my very first Walk 4 Hearing event,

I’m so proud to be one of the top fundraisers alongside my teammate Tim Browning! Thank you to everyone from Team LASTARS, especially Chapter President Wendi Washington for helping me meet my fundraising goals! So appreciative for every donation, every kind word, and all the love.

It was such a special day, my mom came with me, and we had so much fun doing all the activities like face painting, decorating hats and sunglasses, entering raffles, enjoying snacks, and cooling down with Kona Ice Shaved Ice! We also walked around to visit all the different tables, where I learned so much about the resources available for the hard-of-hearing community.

The 5K walk was such a peaceful and beautiful route by the water. One of the most heartwarming moments was meeting another hard-of-hearing walker and listening to his story. I felt so seen and connected. It brought tears to my eyes because, for the first time, I truly felt like I had found my community, a place where I belong and where others understand my disability journey.

LASTARS Walk4Hearing Captain – Valecia Adams

As Walk Team Captain, I’m so proud of how we came together for such an important cause.

Special shoutout to my new advocate buddy, Erika, who joined the walk. We chatted the whole way, and I loved introducing her to everyone—welcome to HLAA, Erika!

So happy my family came out to walk too. Plus I was so happy to see some familiar faces and missed some as well!

Overall, what an amazing day!

Looking Ahead

The success of the Long Beach Walk4Hearing is a testament to the unwavering commitment of our community. As we reflect on the day, we are reminded that awareness leads to action—and action leads to change. Together, we are breaking down barriers and building a world where everyone can thrive.

Until next year, let’s keep the momentum going! 💙