Bridging The Gap Walk

Event Overview

More people are seeing our vision. A Dallas where there is mental health parity and equal access to quality mental health treatment regardless of demographics, ethnicity, geography, or socioeconomic status.

About BTGWalk

• Event Date: September 19, 2026
• Location: Felix H. Lozada Sr. Gateway, Dallas, TX
• Impact: It's not how far we walk at BTGWalk, but how far we've come to removing the barriers to accessing mental health treatment options that count.
• Community Goal: With your support and high spirits, we intend to make an unprecedented impact on mental health in our community.

Historical Participation

• Past Events: BTGWalk 2023 represented the initial step toward powerful change leaving a significant mark on the local mental health landscape.
• Number of Participants: There were 193 participants in 2023, 240 in 2024, and 280 in 2025.
• Future Goal: With your support in 2026, 500 walkers will unite to 'bridge the gap' of access to care.
• Annual Event: You want to be a part of the 4th Annual BTGWalk. The day will be packed with fun fulfilling festivities.

Advocacy and Participation

• Starting Point: Change begins at the Ron Kirk Pedestrian Bridge.
• Advocacy: Here is your opportunity to advocate for accessible mental health services for everyone.
• Fundraising: We encourage you to join a team and establish a fundraising goal to expand the work of the Bridging the Gap Foundation!
• Event Pets: Dogs are welcome at the BTGWalk but must always remain leashed. Please confirm the local policy before bringing your fur babies to the event.

Join Us

See you there!

Additional Information

• Event Hashtag: #Bridge2CARE
• Learn more and register for BTGWalk