FAQS

You can register by clicking the Register button in the top menu.

Once you register, you'll get a registration email with login information for your online fundraising page.

Registration for the Pajama Walk is free. We encourage every walker to share their FUNraising page, but you do not have to raise a minimum amount to join the walk.

Dreamland Festival games and activities require a separate wristband. Wristbands cost $15 each or four for $50. Parents play free. Food from vendors is sold separately

To create or join a team 

1. Head to the Registration page
2. Complete your registration details 
3. Select "create a team" or "join a team"

Other Walkers and Donors will be able to search your team name to join your team or make a donation towards your team's FUNraising goal.

Adult: Send them the registration details. Once they register, they can search for your Team. To make it easier for them to join, it's a good idea to let them know your team name.

Child: Once you're logged in, go to the "Edit My Page" tab and select "Add Child".

When you log in to your dashboard, click on the "My Team" section in the left-hand navigation menu. Here you will be able to see a "Team Members" tab where you’ll be able to view everyone who has registered to be on your team. You will also be able to view your donations and ask for support.

During the registration process, you will be asked if you would like to join or create a team. If someone has already set up a team name, go to "Join a Team" and select the team name from the dropdown menu. Complete your registration and you’ll be able to view your team information in your dashboard!

If you have already registered and want to change or join a team, please email the name and email addresses of those who wish to join the team, and the team name to info@zabsplace.org.

Of course, that's all part of the FUN!

The Pajama Walk is 5,000 steps. Every step you take, and every dollar you raise, brings us closer to the goal of making dreams a reality.

Lookout for exciting incentives ands surprises for our dedicated fundraisers! 

Your support will also be honored during the walk through signs placed around the walk area. We’re looking to forward to seeing your name as we walk for dreams!

Pajama Walk proceeds support Friendship Circle, ZABS Place, and Cakeable. Together, these organizations create inclusive friendships, provide hands-on job training, and help young adults build pathways to meaningful employment.

Once you have created your FUNraising page, you will be able to start sharing all the FUN you're having prepping your favorite PJs and helping make dreams of FUN and Friendship a reality.

Using social media is a great way to share that you'll be joining the Pajama Walk and encourage your friends and family to join you or support your page or team.

Saying thank you is so important! Let your donors know how grateful you are for their donation by posting a shoutout on your social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) or by sending them an email or text. 

Your online FUNraising dashboard is your own webpage where you can easily manage your FUNraising.

You can personalize your page with your own story and photos of why you're passionate about the Pajama Walk. You can also easily send out e-mails to collect donations and thank your donors.

You can upload photos by clicking on the ‘Edit My Page’ tab, then scroll down to 'Your Gallery'. 

You can change your page name and personal message by clicking on the ‘Edit My Page’ tab. Follow the prompts and ensure you save your changes.

Click the ‘view’ link above your fundraising information to see your changes.

You can email your networks directly from the FUNraising dashboard by clicking on the 'Send Email’ tab.

You can use the email template provided or write your own message to request donations.

A donation helps turn belonging into something people can experience: a child making a friend, a young adult building skills at ZABS Place, or a Cakeable graduate taking the next step toward a job. The 2026 Pajama Walk supports Friendship Circle, ZABS Place, and Cakeable together.

You can support a walker or team, or give directly to the overall Pajama Walk goal. You can make a difference even if you cannot attend on November 15.

Visit the Find a FUNraiser page and search for the walker, family, or team you want to support. Select their page and click Donate. If you do not have a particular FUNraiser in mind, you can donate directly to the Pajama Walk.

Yes! Here are several ways you can donate.

1. Mail a check to Pajama Walk  6619 Sardis Road Charlotte, NC 28270 (If you are sponsoring someone, put their name or team name in the memo of the check. 
2. Call in a donation to 704 366 5983 Extension 1. 
3. Donate via charitble fund (Fidelity, Schwab, BNY) via DAF Direct. 
4. Donate Crypto with this link. Follow up with bentzion@zabsplace.org after your donation clears so it can be added to the participant's Pajama Walk page. 

Yes. ZABS Place and Friendship Circle are a regisrered 501c3 non-profit organization. Tax ID 86-2748481

Pajamas are comfortable, and nobody worries if they match. That is the kind of community we want to build: one where everyone can show up as themselves and know they belong.

We also dream in pajamas. At our ninth annual Pajama Walk, we will come together to help turn dreams of friendship, opportunity, and meaningful work into reality through Friendship Circle, ZABS Place, and Cakeable.

Join us at McAlpine Creek Park - 8711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212

Everyone is welcome! The Pajama Walk brings together children, teens, adults, families, friends, coworkers, and people of all abilities. Come in your favorite pajamas and walk at your own pace.

The walk follows a flat, easy one-mile loop at McAlpine Creek Park. Walk at your own pace. Afterward, join us for the Dreamland Festival, Ability Fair, food, and entertainment.

The Pajama Walk takes place at McAlpine Creek Park, 8711 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC 28212. Parking is available in the lot near the park entrance.

Overflow parking is marked to the left of the main lot, near the dog park.

Wow! We're honored to have you. The simplest way is to sign up as a team. If you're looking for other opportunities, please reach out to info@zabsplace.org to discuss.

Don't worry - it happens to the best of us! Once you click login, you'll see a prompt if you've forgotten your details. We'll send you an email with a reminder of your username and a link to reset your password.

You'll find this in your registration e-mail. You can also try searching your name on the homepage!

If you can't track it down, give us a call at 704-366-5983 and we'll find it for you.

📧 Email us at rosh@zabsplace.org and we’ll be happy to assist!