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| May is Lupus Awareness Month! Lupus Awarenss Month is an opportunity for the lupus community to join together across the country to raise funds and awareness of the physical, emotional and economic impact of lupus. There are many ways you can help Make Lupus Visible in May - from sharing your story on social media to starting a fundraiser or making a donation. Visit our toolkit page to find sample social media posts, lupus facts and more to help get you started. Stay tuned on updates on businesses who will be lighting up purple on World Lupus Day and don’t forget to get ready to Put on Purple May 21st! |
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| As part of the Lupus Awareness Month celebration, we hope you'll join us at the Tibb’s Drive-in on the southwest side of Indianapolis for our Mission Possible: movie night on Sat, May 15th.
"Tom & Jerry: The Movie" trailer Downloadable flier - Please share to make others aware! There will also be merchandise available for purchase at this event. |
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| Again this year, we're excited to take the Walk to End Lupus Now™ completely virtual! Join us on Saturday, October 16th, as we come together from coast to coast for a virtual Walk unlike any other. Hear from lupus experts, lupus warriors, team captains, Lupus Foundation of America staff and more special guests. This experience will keep us together safely while we're apart due to the coronavirus. You will have an opportunity to connect with other lupus warriors and celebrate the power we have together in the fight to end lupus!
Whether you’re walking in your home, backyard or neighborhood -- no matter where you are, your steps, your fundraising and your power will get us one step closer to ending lupus. So put on your purple, lace up your tennis shoes, post your photos to Facebook, and go Live as we raise funds to help end the cruel mystery of lupus! Registration this year is $25*. Registration fee includes a t-shirt and mask and a gift for walkers with lupus. *Early bird registration for $20 is available through Monday, June 7th. Children under 12 are free - t-shirt and mask are not included. |
| Mark Your Calendars |
| Annual Events: May 10 - World Lupus Day May 15 - Mission Possible: Movie Night May 21 - Put on Purple (POP) Day September 25 - Faces of Lupus Fashion Show October 16 - Virtual Walk to End Lupus Now October 30 - In the Loop - Healthy Living with Lupus Symposium Download the 2021 Timeline Recurring Events: 'Let's Talk About It' Webinar Series - May 4: Lupus and Pain Management Support Group Meetings (Monthly) Gentle Yoga Facebook Live (Bi-Monthly) Mindful Meditation Facebook (Monthly) |
| Meet Tom Adamson - Our New Board Member! |
| Tom Adamson is the Consumer Division Program Manager for Brown & Brown Absence Services Group – a nationwide advocacy organization dedicated to helping people apply for and receive Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits. Tom joined Brown & Brown in 2017 to advance the organization’s commitment to help as many people as possible. Prior to joining Brown & Brown, Tom served as a Team Lead for a nationwide law firm that specializes in SSDI representation. Tom brings over 9 years of experience within the Social Security Disability advocacy space, he is passionate about developing strong partnerships and enriching the lives of as many people as possible by assisting organizations and individuals meet their healthcare needs and financial well-being through advocacy work. Tom was born and raised on the North Shore of Massachusetts and graduated from the University of Massachusetts where he earned a Bachelor of Science with a concentration in Legal Studies. Tom enjoys all things outdoors, especially hiking and trail running. Tom lives in the North End of Boston, Massachusetts where he enjoys walking along the harbor and exploring the city with his fiancé, Meg, and Australian Shepherd, Ollie.
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| March Fundraising Stars |
| We would like to shine a light on our Facebook Fundraising Stars for the month of March who raised $270! Thank you to those who fundraise for and donate to our Chapter. We know the past year has been particularly difficult and we truly appreciate your support. 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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