--- title: March Against Genocide --- [Skip to content](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/march-to-lansing#main-content) [![](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(22).png?width=500&height=500&name=Untitled%20design%20(22).png)](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/?hsLang=en) [![](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(22).png?width=500&height=500&name=Untitled%20design%20(22).png)](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com) - [Panel: Free the Holy Land Five](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/free-the-holy-land-5-panel) - [Al Nakba](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/al-nakba) - [Community Events](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/community-events) - [Upcoming Events](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/community-events) - [March Against Genocide](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/march-to-lansing) - [2025 Updates](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/live-updates) - [Participant Information](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/participant-information) - [Donors and Endorsements](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/financial-sponsors-and-endorsements) - [March Against Genocide Resources](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/march-against-genocide-resources) - [Contact and Press Inquiries](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/contact-and-press) - [Newsletter and Press Contact](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/contact-and-press) - [Press Releases](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/press-releases) # March Against Genocide [Donate](https://gofund.me/ddb8c2fc) # June 26th-30th  ## Grand Rapids to Lansing Palestine Solidarity Grand Rapids is planning a 70-mile March Against Genocide from Grand Rapids to Lansing, June 26 to 30, to bring the effects of genocide to the media and raise money for Playgrounds for Palestine and HEAL Palestine. We are seeking organizational endorsements, financial and in-kind sponsors, accommodations and locations for educational events along our route, and community members to walk in solidarity with us. We are not athletes - we are community members of varying abilities and ages ranging from early 20s to late 70s. As community-minded people, we believe in international solidarity with the people of Palestine, and demand that our tax dollars cease funding this brutal and inhumane occupation. # Why We March Against Genocide # For a Free Palestine from the River to the Sea Because Palestine Is About Collective Liberation To march for Palestine is to stand against militarism, racism, settler colonialism, and environmental destruction. It's not just about Gaza but it's about all of us. Because the Genocide in Gaza Is a Climate Crime Israel’s bombing campaign released over 281,000 metric tons of CO₂ in just 3 months—worsening the global climate crisis. *Source: The Guardian, Jan 2024* Because It’s a War on Children Over 16,500 children have been killed in Gaza and over 60,000 injured. The U.S. refuses to ratify the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child to protect the children of Gaza.. *Source: Haaretz, May 2025* Because This Is a Genocide As of March 2025, over 61,000 Palestinians have been killed, 124,000+ injured, and thousands more remain buried under rubble. *Source: Al Jazeera, March 2025* Because Our Systems of Oppression Are Interlinked U.S. law enforcement—including ICE and local police—train with Israeli forces, sharing tactics of surveillance, repression, and militarized violence. *Sources: Jewish Voice for Peace, The Real News* Because International Law Is Being Shredded From illegal settlements to collective punishment, Israel has repeatedly violated international law and UN resolutions with impunity. Because Our Tax Dollars Fund This While our communities face underfunded schools, healthcare, and housing—$95 million dollars from Michigan alone goes to support Israel's military settler colonial state each year. *Source: Michigan Legislature* Because the War Economy Must End Israel operates a permanent war economy, testing weapons on civilians and tying military interests to public and private institutions. *Source: Security in Context* # We March to Reclaim Our Humanity MARCH AGAINST GENOCIDE ## SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Day 1: ### Thursday, June 26th **18 Miles to Lowell** **7 am:** Walker registration at Fountain Street Church, social hall.  **7:30 am:** Press Conference at Fountain Street Church, social hall.  **8 am:** Begin walking to our first destination in Lowell  **6:00 PM:** Arrival at Lowell overnight location **Evening:** Community Educational Event hosted at Lowell UCC 865 Lincoln Lake Ave SE, Lowell, MI 49331   Day 2: ### Friday, June 27th **16.4 Miles to Ionia** **8:00 am:** Begin walking to our second destination in Ionia  **5:30 pm: **Estimated arrival at Ionia Fairgrounds 317 S Dexter St, Ionia **Evening:** Community Educational Event hosted at Ionia Fairgrounds     Day 3: ### Saturday, June 28 **15.3 Miles to Portland** **8:00 am:** Begin walking to our third destination in Portland  Starting point: Ionia Fairgrounds **4:30 pm:** End route at Alton Park  501 E Grand River Ave, Portland  (overnight marchers to be shuttled to private accommodations)    Day 4: ### Sunday, June 29th **14 Miles to Grand Ledge** **8:00 am:** Begin walking to our fourth destination in Grand Ledge, starting point is  Alton Park 501 E Grand River Ave, Portland **3:30 pm:** Arrival at Jaycee Park, 525 E River St, Grand Ledge (overnight marchers to be shuttled to private accommodations)  Day 5: ### Monday, June 30th **10 Miles to Lansing** **9:00 am:** Begin walking to our fifth destination starting point **Jaycee Park** 525 E River St, Grand Ledge **4:00 PM**: Leave from Noosh Afghan Cuisine and march 3 miles to capitol  **5:30 PM:** Arrive at capitol building for rally  Conclusion ### Return to Grand Rapids Transportation to Grand Rapids return site, information to come.  MARCH AGAINST GENOCIDE ## RESOURCES FOR WALKERS Training with PSGR If you are planning to walk with us, you should start walking 1-3 miles every day to begin building up your endurance, either in your neighborhood, or on a designated walking trail. It’s important to start small to get your body used to walking. These 7-mile taster sessions will help you get a little perspective on the challenge of walking 15 miles per day! We encourage all walkers to join us for at least one of these training sessions.  **Location: Outer Loop of Millennium Park, approximately 7 miles / 2.5 hours** Here are our remaining sessions: - **Thursday, June 12th: 6 pm** - **Saturday, June 14th: 10 am ** - **Monday, June 16th: 6 pm ** - **Wednesday, June 18th: 10 am ** - **Friday, June 20th: 10 am** Supply List We will be seeking donations for these items, but suggest the following as a general supply list:  - Water/Electrolyte water - Gatorade/Powerade - VEGAN Protein bars - NOT VEGAN Protein bars - Fruit snacks - Cheese snacks - Jerky - Camping/sleeping pads - Sleeping bags - Tents - Anti-chafing gel/lubricant - Neosporin - Bandaids - Benadryl - Bug spray - Plastic grocery sacks - (for feet in case of rain) - Knee braces - Ankle braces - Ace bandages - Unscented sunscreen - Unscented bath wipes Event Guidelines and Tips We expect walkers of all abilities to join us for partial, full-day, and entire length of our march. Here's a few details to keep in mind:  1. We will maintain a pace of approximately 2.5 miles/hour. This will keep us on schedule for each of our routes and should accommodate varying abilities.  2. Supplies: we plan to have a supply vehicle which will be along the route with us with water and snacks. We expect you to be able to load your individual pack into this vehicle. Personal supply items can include:  - Multiple changes of socks per day. - Multiple pairs of shoes or hiking boots with support - as individual needs require. Suggested a comfortable pair of shoes for campsites/evening activities. - Wicking clothing that covers areas that rub such as armpits, thighs, and other sensitive areas. If you plan to walk multiple days, it can be tempting to overpack, be cognizant of what can be carried. - Small first aid supplies. We are working on medical volunteers, but it is always helpful to keep a small stash of band-aids, OTC pain relief and allergen treatments, and other first aid items or needed medication on your person.  - Bug protection: Ticks are having a record year in Michigan and we will be in spaces with high grass.  - Hats and sun protection. Our route is intentionally planned along busier roads, concrete is hot and reflective.  - Personal wipes. There will not be access to showers or bathing facilities.  - Personal Hygiene items: please bring appropriate items for yourself. We will have water but sanitation will be limited.  3. Toileting. It is imperative that we do not relieve ourselves on private property, at all times. We will bring camp toilets, which consist of gallon buckets, with us. Where available, we will utilize public washrooms during our march and overnight stays. We will take regular bathroom breaks and work together to provide protection while utilizing these tools - i.e., we'll hold sheets/blankets to block views for one another.  4. Pack It In, Pack It Out. Please practice principles of **[Leave No Trace ](https://lnt.org/)** in all spaces we occupy during this 5-day event. 5. Buddy System. It's great to have a teammate who you can regularly check up with for encouragement and support. Find a friend every day and keep an eye on one another.  6. Emergency Contacts. We will ask that everyone walking with us fills in an emergency contact form each day they are present. We will provide this information at the beginning of each day and/or when you join the group.  7. Socials. We will be keeping our social media updated with locations and timeline! Please follow, share, and interact, we'd love to have you tag along, even for a few hours!    MARCH AGAINST GENOCIDE ## WHO WE WALK FOR ![419868526_122101308494185895_6555343592271370073_n](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/hubfs/419868526_122101308494185895_6555343592271370073_n.jpg) ### Heal Palestine Heal Palestine is an apolitical, nonprofit organization committed to bringing injured children from Gaza to the United States for critical, life-saving medical care that is not available in Palestine. More than just treatment, HP believes in healing the whole child. Heal Palestine takes a holistic, three-pronged approach that includes physical care, mental health support, and educational opportunities—empowering children and their families to rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.   To date, thirty Palestinian children have been evacuated to the U.S. through their medical missions and have received vital care. HP’s work continues to grow. They are expanding their medical efforts, enhancing mental health services, and increasing their field hospital capacity to better respond to urgent needs on the ground. Education is a cornerstone of recovery and resilience, so HP is increasing programs to reach more displaced children, ensuring they don’t lose their future to conflict. At the same time, HP is investing in leadership initiatives designed to strengthen communities from within, cultivating long-term resilience and self-sufficiency.   Heal Palestine remains steadfast in the commitment to providing food and essential aid to families facing extreme hardship, fighting hunger and supporting daily survival. Every aspect of the work is driven by compassion, guided by justice, and rooted in a deep belief in the power of healing.   *For more information on Heal Palestine, please visit healpalestine.org*   [Visit Heal Palestine](https://www.healpalestine.org/) ![459178223_927725126056217_6665415632999438637_n](https://www.palestinesolidaritygrandrapids.com/hubfs/459178223_927725126056217_6665415632999438637_n.jpg) ### Playgrounds for Palestine Playgrounds for Palestine is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization registered in Pennsylvania, USA. Founded in 2001 by author and activist Susan Abulhawa, the organization was created as a direct response to the challenges faced by Palestinian children living under occupation and conflict. PfP was established to uphold the Right to Play, as enshrined in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.   At its core, this initiative is an act of solidarity and love—an affirmation of Palestinian children’s right to a childhood and a recognition of their humanity. In the face of trauma, displacement, and violence, the simple act of play becomes a powerful form of healing and expression.   To date, PfP has built 63 playgrounds, impacting the lives of more than 91,000 children across Palestine. These playgrounds offer safe, joyful spaces where children can play, grow, and reclaim a piece of their stolen childhood.   PfP playgrounds are built with a commitment to equity and community. Every site ensures: - Equal access for girls and boys. - Free use of playground facilities for all children. - Ongoing maintenance and safety checks through partnerships with trusted local organizations. Playgrounds have been constructed in cities and refugee camps across Gaza and the West Bank, including Bethlehem, Khan Younis, Deir Balah, Nahr al-Balad, and Nablus, among others.   *For more information on Playgrounds for Palestine, please visit playgroundsforpalestine.org*   [Visit Playgrounds for Palestine](https://playgroundsforpalestine.org/) Community ## Financial Supporters We thank each of our financial supporters who have made this event possible. 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