Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2009 Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes

The rain held off and it was a great day with sunny skies...perfect for a walk through Theis Park! We had 970 walkers registered and we estimate over 1000 participants and volunteers joined us on Saturday, September 26. Participants enjoyed great music, received great information from various health and wellness vendors, and stepped out to make a difference in the lives of all those affected by diabetes. Special thanks to our numerous sponsors, vendors, volunteers, participants, and everyone who helped make Step Out such a great day!

So far, we have raised over $141,000 in Kansas City!

While the walk is over, we still need your help to STOP DIABETES! If you couldn't make it  to the event or still have donations to turn in, you can bring them by or mail them in to the ADA office at:

American Diabetes Association
ATTN: Step Out
10580 Barkley Street, Suite 400
Overland Park, KS 66212

You have until Monday, October 26 to turn in your funds to qualify for fabulous thank you gifts.  Click HERE for a complete listing of Step Out Thank You Gifts. 

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Did you know that 1 in 3 children in the United States faces a future with diabetes? The American Diabetes Association works everyday to change the frightening future that diabetes has in store, but we need your help. Every dollar you raise helps the American Diabetes Association provide education programs in our community, protect the rights of people with diabetes and fund critical research for a cure. Together we can stop diabetes.  

When you walk, you help us stop diabetes. Walking is one of the easiest, most relaxing forms of exercise for many people, but especially for those living with diabetes. By participating in Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes, you can get fit, reduce your risk for type 2 diabetes and support the American Diabetes Association! With more than 320,000 people in Kansas City living with diabetes, there has never been a more important fight. And remember, the American Diabetes Association of Greater Kansas City fighting for a healthy community!

Other Ways to Get Involved: If you were unable to participate in the walk or you just want to help, there are many volunteer opportunities available. By volunteering, you can touch the lives of family, friends, co-workers and anyone else in our community who lives with diabetes. To learn more about volunteering, please click HERE.

Questions? Contact Leslie Helmer at 913-383-8210 ext. 6842 or lhelmer@diabetes.org. 

Special Thanks to Our Sponsors

 Presenting Sponsor: CBIZ MHM