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Our charities have an event to match every interest. See how you can have fun and do good at the same time. Walk, bike, shop, golf, fish, ride a Harley or get a haircut. You can join us as a participant or volunteer!
Take a look at some of the upcoming events taking place across the state, and learn more on the charity websites below.
SHAMROCKS AGAINST DYSTROPHY for the Muscular Dystrophy Association
Volunteers needed to pack shamrock boxes. These boxes are packed with the supplies that a retail location will need for selling the shamrocks!
January 26-29 from 1pm-4pm
February 2-3 from 10am-4pm
Requesting 8 people per day! Lunch will be provided for the all day shifts and snacks will be provided for the 1pm-4pm shifts. Contact: Andrea Wendt [
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BLACK WOODS BLIZZARD TOUR – The ALS Association, Minnesota Chapter
Wednesday, February 03, 2010 - Saturday, February 06, 2010 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Duluth, MN
The Black Woods Blizzard Tour starts with a send-off reception in Proctor. Snowmobilers depart Thursday for Lake Vermilion, on Friday morning, they take their sleds along the scenic North Shore to Two Harbors, and on Saturday the riders return to Proctor. The Welcome Home Banquet will be held at Greysalon Ballroom in Duluth. $1,200 minimum pledges.
For more information on this event contact Sandy Judge, Development Director at (888)672-0484 or e-mail
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WALK TO CURE DIABETES - Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International
Volunteer on the planning committees or be a walk day volunteer. The Walk takes place at the Mall of America on February 27, 2010. For more information contact Kara Fischer at
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or 952.851.0770/1.800.663.1860.
THE FIGHT FOR AIR CLIMB American Lung Association in Minnesota
Volunteers are needed for set-up in the evening/night on Feb 26 and day of event in the morning on Feb 27.
For this unique fundraiser, individuals and teams race, run or walk up the 660 steps to reach the top of the Accenture Tower. Just reach the top or to be the first to cross the finish line - you will walk away with a newfound respect for your lungs!
Contact: Maura Studer at (651) 223-9561 or
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A MEETING of the MINDS DEMENTIA CONFERENCE 2010
The premier dementia conference for persons with early dementia, families, friends and professionals*. The Alzheimer’s Association Minnesota-North Dakota and Mayo Clinic invite you to join us on March 20, 2010 at the St. Paul RiverCentre.
This year’s keynote presentation is “On the Brain – the Rock Stars of Science,” with two renowned researchers featured in GQ magazine’s Rock Stars of Science campaign - Dr. Ronald Petersen, Mayo Clinic and Dr. Steven DeKosky, University of Virginia.
Learn more and register at www.alz.org/mnnd or call 952-857-0521.
WALK TO DEFEAT ALS - various locations
Three-mile, handicap-accessible walk:
Mankato – Saturday, April 17, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Grand Forks – Saturday, April 24, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Bismarck – Saturday, May 8, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Minot– Saturday, May 15, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Minneapolis – Saturday, September 25, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
2 mile handicap accessible walk:
Fargo/Moorhead - Saturday, August 21, 9:00AM - 11:30AM
Rochester – Saturday, September 11, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Virginia –Saturday, September 11, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
St. Cloud – Saturday, September 18, 2010 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
The Walk to Defeat ALS brings people together and educates them about ALS and raises funds for patient services and research. Participants collect donations and pledges and can walk as an individual or as a part of a team. Register online or the day of the walk. Snacks and entertainment provided.
For more information on this event contact Kristina Hedberg, Special Events Coordinator at (888)672-0484 or e-mail
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Volunteers Needed Day of Walk: 7:30 a.m. – Noon
Setup, advocacy letters, decorating, food, photography, T-shirt distribution, bracelet sales, walk signs, cheering, and clean up.
Contact Stephanie Manthei, Volunteer Coordinator, (888) 672-0484 or Stephanie@alsmn.org
KOLAR TOYOTA ALS WALLEYE TOURNAMENT – The ALS Association, Minnesota Chapter
Saturday, June 05 6:00AM - 10:00PM Duluth, MN
Benefit for The ALS Association, Minnesota Chapter. The event actually begins Friday night with an opening reception and an opportunity to hear from celebrities (and a brief rules meeting). The fishing competition begins Saturday morning and continues throughout the day. The weekend culminates with a silent auction and an awards dinner. $350 per boat with two anglers.
For more information on this event contact Sandy Judge, Development Director at (888)672-0484 or e-mail
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12th Annual Lupus Golf Classic
Wednesday, July 7 StoneRidge Golf Club,
Stillwater
Volunteer to be on the planning committee or be an event-day volunteer for the Lupus Foundation of Minnesota. For more information, contact Sara Otto at 952-746-5151 or
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. All funds benefit lupus research.
Larry Sing Memorial Golf Tournament –
Monday, August 23, 2010 10:00AM - 9:00PM
Fargo, ND
Teams of 4 compete in an 18-hole best ball tournament on 2 courses. Day concluded with dinner and a live and silent auction. Pre-registation required. $200
For more information on this event contact Chelsea Cronin, Special Events Coordinator at (888)672-0484 or e-mail
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Volunteers Needed Day of Event:
Noon – 8 p.m. with 2-hour break
Setup silent auction and check-out
Contact Stephanie Manthei, Volunteer Coordinator, (888) 672-0484 or
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13th Annual Walk for Hope and 5K Trail Run – Lupus Foundation of Minnesota
Saturday, September 11
French
Regional
Park
,
Plymouth
Volunteer to be on planning committees or be an event-day volunteer. Or set up a work-place team, collect donations and come participate. For more information, contact Sara Otto at 952-746-5151 or
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. All funds benefit lupus research and direct services to those with lupus in
Minnesota
. Funds raised here, stay here.
13th Annual Walk for Hope and 5K Trail Run –
The Lupus Foundation of Minnesota
Saturday, September 18
Essex
Park
,
Rochester
Volunteer to be on planning committees or be an event-day volunteer for the Lupus Foundation of Minnesota. Or set up a work-place team, collect donations and come participate. For more information, contact Sara Otto at 952-746-5151 or
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. All funds benefit lupus research and direct services to those with lupus in
Minnesota
. Funds raised here, stay here.
Dinner of Champions – ALS Association, Minnesota Chapter
Date TBD 6:00PM - 9:30PM
Brooklyn Park, MN
Dinner, entertainment, an awards ceremony, and a live and silent auction. $225 per person.
For more information on this event contact Sandy Judge, Development Director at (888)672-0484 or e-mail
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