2010 Minnesota AIDS Walk Thermometer

Event Schedule for
May 16, 2010

7:30am

Run Check-In

8:00am

Walk Check-In

9:00am

Run for the Ribbon

10:00am

Opening Ceremony and Entertainment featuring Jason Matheson and Robyne Robinson of Fox 9

11:00am

Minnesota AIDS Walk

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2010 Minnesota AIDS Walk
Sunday, May 16, 2010
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Join the Minnesota AIDS Project for its 23rd Annual Minnesota AIDS Walk to raise funds and awareness in the ongoing struggle against HIV. On May 16, thousands of concerned Minnesotans will get together at Minnehaha Park in Minneapolis to provide support that the Minnesota AIDS Project needs to maintain critical programming and important prevention education.

Founded in 1983, the Minnesota AIDS Project is a statewide, nonprofit agency committed to enhancing the lives of people living with HIV, prevention education for those at risk for HIV, and advocating for the rights of all affected by HIV. From community outreach and legal consultation to emergency financial assistance, The Minnesota AIDS Project is a leader in the fight against HIV and your support of the AIDS Walk ensures this important work will continue.

Running 4 for the Ribbon

The 2010 Run for the Ribbon is by far the best community running event on offer this year. While there are many excellent charity races to choose from, the Run for the Ribbon is desirable (and rare) for its 4-mile distance, it is the only one connected to HIV/AIDS, and you raise whatever funds you can. Just ask Ryan Splawski, one of the models for the 2010 Minnesota AIDS Walk campaign, an avid runner and three-time marathon finisher. Ryan has no time for standing still and invites runners of all abilities to join his team. “HIV prevention, education and services are under-funded, and the rising rates of infection in Minnesota mean that people haven’t been paying close enough attention to HIV in their own lives,” says Ryan. “I’m excited about the Run for the Ribbon because it brings together lots of people with fun energy to support a really great cause.”

In 2008, the Minnesota AIDS Project expanded on the traditional AIDS Walk and involved new people by hosting a festive 10K “fun run” in conjunction with the Walk. Last year we offered an officially timed race, and this year we encourage all runners to set a new personal best with our 4-mile course along the scenic tree-lined bluffs of the Mississippi River. This length is ideal for beginners as well as for seasoned distance runners and triathletes gearing up for the summer season. Fundraising for the Run isn’t mandatory, but as Ryan points out, “the Minnesota AIDS Project educates our community about HIV prevention and provides vital services to those living with HIV. AIDS stigma still exists. Far too many people accept a distant ‘face’ of the AIDS pandemic: Magic Johnson, Ryan White, Africa, or a gay stereotype. But in reality, this ‘face’ is your neighbor, your friend, your family member or even yourself.”

Registering for the 2010 Run for the Ribbon is easy. Just visit our Run page. Now grab your running shoes and jump on the treadmill. Set your pace and Run 4 for the Ribbon.

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