NYC FAQs Page

What is the date, time, and location of The Power Walk NYC?

Date: Saturday, June 3, 2017
Location: Battery Park, New York City | Enter at the intersection of Battery Place & State Street. Registration will be across from the Castle Clinton monument.
Event Schedule:
10:00 AM - Check-In and on-site registration
10:30 AM - Opening Ceremony
11:00 AM - Walk Begins
1:00 PM - Event Concludes

What are my registration options?

The Power Walk for Dress for Success has various registration options suited for every type of participant.

Our registration options include:
• Mom & Me - $40.00
• Adult Walker - $25.00
• Student Walker - $15.00
• Senior Walker (age 65+) - $10.00
• Virtual Walker - $10.00
• Four-Legged Walker - $5.00
• Children 12 and Under – Free

How long is the walk and what is the route?

The Power Walk for Dress for Success is a 5K (3.1 miles) distance on a paved, flat course inside Battery Park, along the Hudson River.

What are the nearest forms of public transportation?

By Bus: Take the M5, M15, and M20 stop at South Ferry.
Click for the MTA Manhattan Bus Map (PDF)

By Subway: Several subway stops are located near Battery Park.
Take the 4 or 5 trains to the Bowling Green station.
Take the R train to the Whitehall Street station.
Take the 1 train to the South Ferry station.
Click for the MTA Subway Map

What happens if it rains?

This walk is a rain or shine event.

Can I run and will I receive my official finish time?

The Power Walk is a fun walk, so we ask participants to refrain from running. However, brisk walking is acceptable! This is not a race, so we will not provide finish times.

Can I bring my children? What about my dog?

Yes, we encourage walkers to bring their children. We actually have a discounted “student” registration option available. So many of the women we serve are mothers and what we do impacts the lives of not only these women, but of their children. Because of this, we offer a “Mom and Me” registration for people to spend the day honoring their mothers. Dogs are family too, so we’ve set up a special “Four-legged” registration for well-behaved, leashed dogs!

Can I create a team and walk with my friends/family?

Yes! We highly encourage our participants to create teams! Please Note: Each team is strongly encouraged to meet the $250.00 fundraising requirement. Team Captains must agree to meet the minimum fundraising requirement in order to register.

Can I attend the event and not participate in the walk?

We ask that all guests officially register for the Power Walk so that we can anticipate attendance numbers. Guests do not have to participate in the 5k walk, but we have designed the course and overall event to be accessible for all ages and fitness levels. We hope that joining together for the walk will be a fun and meaningful part of the event!

Are there restrooms onsite?

Yes, there are several public restrooms (all wheelchair accessible) available within Battery Park.

Will there be a place to check bags?

No, there will not be a bag check, so please travel lightly.

Does every walker receive a t-shirt?

T-shirts are limited and on a first come, first serve basis.

Can I register the morning of the event?

We strongly encourage all registrations be made in advance and online at www.crowdrise.com/nycpowerwalk. However, there will be a limited number of on-site registrations.

Can I turn in cash and check donations at the event?

• Yes, you can! Please turn in cash and/or check donations at the “On-Site Registration” table located in the Registration tent.

• You can also mail check donations made payable to, Dress for Success Worldwide to:
Dress for Success Worldwide
Attention: The Power Walk
32 East 31st Street, 7th floor
New York, NY 10016

Note: Please include your name on the memo line so we can track your donation.