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The sponsorship deadline for this event has passed
A message from Dian:
Hello and welcome! Above you will see a photo of myself and my golden retreiver Isabeau who accompanied me on the walk last September. If you are at all local, please consider joining us.
NAMI is the National Alliance for Mental Illness NAMI is a grassroots organization established in 1979, that is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. NAMI's greatest strength is the dedication of its grassroots leaders and members. These are the families, friends and individuals that serve to strengthen communities across the country. NAMI provides many services, e-publications, groups and even a missing persons program to assist in locating missing individuals struggling with mental health issues. NAMI's Information HelpLine, an information and referral service is available Monday through Friday 10 am - 6 pm Eastern time. The number is 1 (800) 950-NAMI (6264), Business callers, including those seeking particular NAMI staff members, should call 703-524-7600.
NAMI walks is a national program implemented by local NAMI affiliates to raise awareness about mental illness and promote positive messages of recovery and hope. Since 2003, over 300,000 individuals have participated in NAMIWalks, currently in 80 cities. NAMIWalks has become the number one mental illness/mental health awareness and fundraising program in America having raised over $28 million to-date in support of NAMI's mission.
I'm NOT going for most money. I'm going for most supporters. Pretty please consider the minimum electronic donation, which is 5$. Equally, I'd be happy for you to shell out a buck and stamp, you can address the envelope to:
Hennepin County Medical Center 701 Park Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55415
Attn: NAMI Team HCMC Captain Megen Cullen
Standard shill: Ask everyone you know. Donate twice! Donate in the name of your favorite theraputic pet!
Something interesting: **NAMI is a 501(c)3 charity which means contributions are tax deductible. Not only that, but NAMI has been rated by Worth magazine as among the top 100 charities "most likely to save the world" and has been given an "A" rating by The American Institute of Philanthropy for efficient and effective use of charitable dollars. Pretty cool!
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