When it comes to giving back, the outdoor community has no shortage of helping hands. Gregory’s participation in and support of the Sacramento Walk-A-Thon for the Angelman Syndrome Foundation is another example of just that.
Luckily, here at Gregory, we consider ourselves pros at walking (and carrying things while walking). So when there’s a good cause that also happens to involve walking or hiking, it’s a natural.
On May 16th, 500 people, including a number of volunteers from Gregory, showed their support for advancing awareness and treatment of Angleman Syndrome by participating in the Sacramento Walk-A-Thon for the Angelman Syndrome Foundation. Along with participating and raising $1,250, Gregory sponsored the lunch after the three-mile walk just around the corner from our offices.
Angelman Syndrome is a little known and often misdiagnosed disease that causes developmental delay, lack of speech, seizures, and balancing and walking disorders. The Foundation seeks to raise awareness of the syndrome through education, research and support for people with the disorder.
Including Sacramento, the Walk-A-Thon was held in 24 locations across the country. Over 5,800 people gathered to walk in support of the Angelman Syndrome Foundation and raised a total of $780,000. Donations for the 2009 walk will still be accepted through September 30, 2009.
Congradulations to Gregory’s for supporting a not-for-profit charity. I am a volunteer for the American Red Cross both locally and Nationally. My work with the Red Cross is as a Government Liaison on major disasters and have the oppurtunity to see just how much a company can help people in need through their support. Thank you for your work with charities.
Sincerely,
Bob Bell (A Jefferson Award Recepient)