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Virtual Walk to End Lupus Now on 10.10.20! |
| The Walk to End Lupus Now is right around the corner! This year Walk to End Lupus Now Indiana walkers will join communities across the country virtually on 10.10.20 when thousands of walkers from coast to coast will be walking as one lupus community. The event will feature an online environment and Walk program featuring Lupus Foundation of America staff, lupus experts, team captains and walkers, and many more special guests. Carla Day, Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter (LFA-IN) Board Chair, shares why the virtual Walk is important: “The virtual Walk is different from our past Walks, however, the purpose and mission are still the same – raise lupus awareness, fundraise, and allow lupus warriors in Indiana the opportunity to connect – even if that connection is virtual. Having a virtual Walk allows walkers who may not have been able to participate in previous Walks in Indianapolis the opportunity to be a part of this year’s Walk! I'm excited to participate in the 2020 virtual Walk to End Lupus Now because I'm a lupus patient. I'm not only walking for myself but for the support, love and commitment I have for my lupus community. Please consider joining us and helping raise the much-needed funds for us to continue supporting those affected by lupus. We can't do it without you. I hope to see your virtual team on Walk day!” The Walk is a time for the entire lupus community to raise money for critical lupus research and support programs, increase awareness of the disease and rally public support for those that suffer from its brutal impact. This year, the Walk will celebrate a theme of United – Together – Powerful, showcasing the strength of the lupus community to come together, even in these times. Crystal Bradley shares why she participates in the Walk to End Lupus Now: “I'm excited to participate in the 2020 virtual Walk to End Lupus Now event. I walk because I am a lupus patient. This will be my 12th year as a walker and the last two years I’ve served as Walk Chair for the Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter. I walk because I want to make a difference in the lives of people like me who are affected by lupus daily. I walk because I can feel the support of my fellow sisters and brothers and our families when we’re walking those paths together. There is no cure for lupus, and we need funds to continue research and education. Every Dollar Counts! No donation is too big or too small! Please consider walking for a family member, friend, neighbor, or co-worker. We Need You! Together we can solve this cruel mystery of lupus!”  Thank you to the following Walk sponsors:      |
| Walk to End Lupus Now Incentives and Prizes |
When paying the $25 registration fee for this year's Walk, you'll receive a t-shirt and mask:  In addition to fundraising incentive prizes, we're having contests with prizes for the top individual fundraiser, team captain of the top fundraising team, and team captain with most registered team members! So whether you're walking individually or as a team, it's time to get busy to see if you can bump today's current leaders from the top spots! Prizes include a Sangiovese Ristorante $100 gift card, one-night stay with breakfast for two at Embassy Suites Plainfield, and a two-night stay for two guests at West Baden Springs Hotel. Top Fundraiser: Cailey Flora, $1210 Captain of Top Fundraising Team: Haley Walker (We Put the Us in Lupus), $1805 Captain of Team With Most Members: Kris Thomas (Team Kris), 11 members |
| 'In the Loop - Healthy Living with Lupus' Virtual Symposium |
 t's not too late to register for our annual symposium which is virtual this year due to COVID-19!
Keynote: It’s Okay To... Laugh: Boosting Your Mental Health and Wellness One Giggle at a Time (NaKaisha Tolbert-Banks) NaKaisha's keynote is the only live real-time segment of the symposium. So you can join us at 11:00 am on Sat, Oct 17th, and then watch the four pre-recorded breakout session topics at your convenience as often as you'd like. Breakout topics and speakers:
Learn more and register |
| Mark Your Calendars |
| Recurring Events: Ask the Experts Webinars/Teleconferences (Monthly) Support Group Meetings (Monthly) Mindful Meditation Facebook (Monthly) Gentle Yoga Facebook Live (Stay tuned and watch our website or Facebook page for updates - these classes will be starting back up soon!) |
| September Fundraising Stars |
We would like to shine a light on our Facebook Fundraising Stars for the month of September who raised $3199! Thank you to those who fundraise for and donate to our Chapter during this uncertain time. Head to our Facebook page to donate or start your own fundraiser! 
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 Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter 9302 N. Meridian Street, Suite 203 Indianapolis, Indiana 46260 Phone: 317.225.4400 | info@lupusindiana.org Our mission is to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus through programs of research, education, support and advocacy. |
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