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| September 2022 |
| Message From CEO Brian Rothenberger |
| Hello, friends. I hope that you all had a wonderful Labor Day weekend. It was a blessing to have some down time to prepare for all the exciting things we’ve got coming up over the next two months! Next week (Thursday, the 15th) we’ll be participating in the NCREI Public Health Summit on Lupus at Martin University. If you’d like to learn more about the event and how to join us (it’s free), please look for the registration link below. We are also gearing up for our annual Walk to End Lupus Now! If you can join us in person, we’ll be at Military Park on Saturday, October 8th (more details below). For those who prefer to stay virtual again this year, please remember to register your team and let us know what you’re planning. The #AmberStrong Lupus Benefit Ride is taking place in Sheridan on Saturday, September 17th, and the 'Toss for a Cause' Cornhole Tournament fundraiser is happening in Camby on Saturday, September 24th (details on both of these below). Hope you can come join the fun! We are heavy into planning for the upcoming year and hope to be rolling out several new and revamped activities, programs, and services. Your support is critical to our ability to make this happen, and we thank you very much. If you need information, have questions, or would like to start your own fundraiser, please reach out to me at brian@lupusindiana.org or 317.225.4400 (and check out the resources in this newsletter). I look forward to seeing many of you soon. Stay safe and be well. Warm Regards, -Brian |
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| Get registered for the Walk to End Lupus Now being held on Sat, Oct 8th, at Military Park in downtown Indianapolis! The initial t-shirt deadline is rapidly approaching! Only those registered walkers who raise or donate at least $50 by Thur, Sept 15th, will have their t-shirt available at the Walk so don't delay! T-shirts for people who register and fundraise/donate at least $50 after Thur, Sept 15th, and t-shirts for virtual walkers will be ordered separately and sent after the October 31st Walk fundraising deadline. We're nearly halfway to our goal for this year and we need your help to get all the way there! Of course, there are lots of great fundraising incentive prizes for you to earn, and again this year we'll be having contests with Amazon gift card prizes for the top individual fundraiser, team captain of the top fundraising team, and team captain of the team with the most registered team members! We still need volunteers! If you're interested in volunteering, please email chanel@lupusindiana.org or call the office at 317.225.4400. Whether you choose to join us at Military Park or participate as a virtual walker in your neighborhood or community, your support is vital to the programs and services we provide to those affected by lupus in Indiana.  Hear from CEO Brian Rothenberger Brought to you in part by:     |
| Mark Your Calendars |
| UPCOMING EVENTS: Thur, Sept 15th - Martin University's National Center for Racial Equity and Inclusion Public Health Summit on Lupus Sat, Sept 17th - #AmberStrong - Lupus Benefit Ride Sat, Sept 24th - 'Toss for a Cause' Cornhole Tournament Sat, Oct 8th - Walk to End Lupus Now RECURRING EVENTS: 'Let's Talk About It' Webinar Series (Monthly) Support Group Meetings (Monthly) Gentle Yoga Facebook Live (Bi-Monthly) Mindful Meditation Facebook (Monthly) |
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| Don't miss this month's 'Let's Talk About It' webinar being held on Wed, Sept 14th, from 7:00-8:00 pm EST. 'Let's Talk About It' is a series of live educational webinars designed to provide you with important information about living with lupus. Don't miss this opportunity to learn important information about living with lupus from the comfort of your home! This month's session is Inflammation and SLE Pathology of Diseases being led by Dr. Nelson Aluya. Inflammation is one of the body’s main defense mechanisms used to indicate that there is a problem that needs urgent solving. It is the body’s inherent protective reaction to injury, disease, or irritation of the tissues. Systematic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) called lupus for short is a clinical condition that can be managed well with the right treatments, that occurs when your body’s immune system attacks your own tissues and organs (autoimmune disease) often from a trigger that results in widespread whole body inflammation. Science is helping us understand better the pathology of the disease and how it affects the inflammatory changes in the body that may be related to diabetes, increased risk of heart attacks, strokes and kidney disease. Learn more and register |
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| We are VERY excited to collaborate with the National Center for Racial Equity and Inclusion at Martin University for a public health summit on lupus on Thur, Sept 15th, from 9:00 am-2:30 pm. Come join us to learn about lupus and the impact it has on those with the condition as we share strategies for coping and thriving. Kelsie Marie, an Indianapolis artist who is passionate about empowering people through her music, will perform during lunch. Our very own Carla Day will be the keynote speaker and LFA-IN's Director of Operations & Patient Services Chanel Barrett will be a speaker on the panel. Two of our Chapter members, Michelle McGuire and Rhoda Pimpton, will also be on the panel. There is sure to be a lot of experience, strength, and hope shared! Light breakfast and lunch will be served. Registration for this informative session is free. Sign Me Up |
| #AmberStrong Lupus Benefit Ride |
| Come join the fun in Sheridan at the 2nd Annual #AmberStrong Lupus Benefit Ride, on Sat, Sept 17th! Organized by Ms. Amy Bianchi in honor of her daughter, Amber – a lupus warrior – this year’s ride looks to be even more exciting than last year’s, so make your plans now and don’t miss out. Event will be held at the Sheridan American Legion Post 67, 406 East 10th Street, Sheridan, IN 46069. Registration 9:00-10:45 am, Kickstand up at 11:00 am. For event information, check out their Facebook page. |
| 'Toss for a Cause' Cornhole Tournament |
| Here's another opportunity to support a local fundraising event! David Kelley, proud father of lupus warrior Maddy, is hosting the 'Toss for a Cause' Cornhole Tournament being held on Sat, Sept 24th! This fun double-elimination tournament will be held at the Heartland Crossing Central Park Shelter House, 8400 W County Line Rd in Camby, IN. Prizes include $200 for 1st place and $100 for 2nd place. There will be a DJ, raffles, 50/50, and hot dogs/burgers/refreshments for sale. Even if you're not interested in playing cornhole, they'd love for you to attend and show your support! Register by emailing David at dkelley317@yahoo.com. Learn More Sponsorship Information |
| GlaxoSmithKline September Webinars |
| Join GSK for webinar discussions with their experts and learn how to better manage your lupus. September Webinars Schedule |
| Connect With Us Via Text! |
| Simply text the keyword “lfaindiana” to 50155 to get notifications and updates via text. It’s quick, easy and a great way to stay connected. |
| We would like to shine a light on our Facebook Fundraising Stars for the month of August who raised $3378! Thank you to those who fundraise for and donate to our Chapter; we truly appreciate your support. Head to our Facebook page to donate or start your own fundraiser!
Learn how to start your own Facebook Fundraiser |
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| Make Your Mark is the community fundraising program of the Lupus Foundation of America. Each year, hundreds of Make Your Mark members organize unique events and athletic feats that raise money to fight lupus. Use your passion to raise funds for lupus through a local event, special occasion, athletic competition or whatever you have in mind. More Information |
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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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