There are many organizations through out the world that help HIV positive people. I grew up in the state of Michigan, so I decided to look into an organizations in Detroit that help people that have HIV/AIDS. There is an organization that is called:
"AIDS Walk Michigan:One Step Toward a Solution"
What is AIDS Walk Michigan?
This organization started through a committe called, "Michigan Women and AIDS Committe".They started in 1990 a walk that helped raise awareness and raise money for women and HIV. Since 1990, this walk as become an annual walk for HIV.
Where does the money raise go?
The money raise helps the City of Detroit provide education, prevention and services to the community.
The most amazing thing I discovered was that
the money raised by AIDS Walk Michigan serves about 60% of the total 16,200 Michigan residents living with HIV/AIDS. Who knew that walking would make a difference!
I am sure like me you would like to know how you can help. If you do not live in Michigan, there is always money that you can donate to sponsor a walker or just simply mail the money in!
AIDS Walk Michigan - City of Detroit: 313-446-9818 or AIDS Walk Michigan's Toll Free Line: 888-791-WALK (9255)
http://www.aidswalkmichigan.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=309798
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ITs amazing to see how much people are willing to help once they are aware of whats happing. Eventhough its a simple walk it really gets the community and sponsors to get involved. Not only is it a simple way to raise awareness but a way to get donations. I was happy to see how much support you stated this event produces.
ReplyDeleteEver thought of going back up to the Michigan area and helping out. Detroit is one of the cities that is impacted most by the economic downturn and as such I am sure that the non for profits are suffering as well.
ReplyDeleteI would love to help out in different places, but as far as moving I don't see that possible.
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