Nashville Family Raises $30,000 for Alzheimer's Cause
A creative Nashville Halloween display is driving significant donations to help fight Alzheimer's disease.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Philanthropy
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A Nashville family has successfully raised over $30,000 for the Alzheimer's Association through a creative Halloween yard display on Evans Road. The initiative, dubbed Boo Alzheimer's, uses a QR code to collect funds to support families affected by the disease.
Why it matters
The fundraiser directly supports the Alzheimer's Association Tennessee chapter as it provides resources for patients and their families. The effort was motivated by the family's personal experience caring for a father in the later stages of the disease.
The Boo Alzheimer's campaign has collected more than $30,000 to date for the Alzheimer's Association Tennessee chapter. Kathy Arnold is currently matching the total funds raised by the project.
The players
Giompoletti family
The local residents who organized the Boo Alzheimer's campaign at their home.
Kathy Arnold
The individual donor who is matching the funds raised during the campaign.
Alzheimer's Association
The national non-profit organization focused on Alzheimer's care, support, and research.
The details
The Giompoletti family transformed their property on Evans Road into a Halloween attraction to draw public attention to their cause. Visitors and online supporters contribute through a system linked to a QR code.
Timeline
October 26, 2026: The fundraising milestone was reported.
Market Landscape
The Giompoletti family's effort follows the strategic goals established by the National Alzheimer's Project Act to increase public awareness and improve support services for affected families. This local initiative reflects a broader trend of utilizing community engagement to supplement traditional non-profit fundraising models.
Local residents in Nashville can still contribute to the campaign via the online portal to have their donation matched. The fundraiser provides a direct way for community members to support the Alzheimer's Association Tennessee chapter.
The takeaway
Creative community displays can serve as highly effective tools for generating significant charitable donations. Implementing accessible donation technology like QR codes allows local projects to expand their impact beyond immediate neighbors.
Further reading
Learn more about local community efforts in the Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by News Channel 5 Nashville (WTVF).
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