By BTL Staff
The HIV/AIDS Resource Center (HARC) will host the first ever "Virtual AIDS Walk." The fundraiser, which will contribute to the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS in Washtenaw, Jackson, Livingston and Lenawee counties, runs until the end of September. The virtual "walk" allows individuals to set personal fundraising goals that friends, family, co-workers and members of their social networks can contribute to, all without putting on walking shoes. Donations can be made online at http://www.hivaidsresource.org. Cash and check donations can also be collected.
According to HARC, "For the past 20 years, HARC and its supporters have gathered in Washtenaw and Jackson Counties,
walking to raise awareness and funds to help our friends and neighbors affected by HIV. The epidemic has changed a lot since its beginning, and HARC is mirroring these changes with a fresh approach to a traditional walkathon."
A Virtual AIDS Walk packet can be downloaded at HARC's website or by contacting Haley Decker, Special Events Coordinator, at 734-572-9355.
In honor of the month-long fundraiser, a special afternoon celebration will run from 2:30-4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 28 at Bona Sera, 200 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti. The event will feature food, music, a 50/50 raffle, complimentary t-shirt to those who have raised at least $100 and more. Other prizes will also be on hand for those who have earned the most funds. Bona Sera's first Tea Dance will continue the party at 4 p.m.
HARC is a private non-profit organization that provides care, prevention and education programs along with HIV related services to the community. The two locations for the non-profit are 3075 Clark Road, Suite 203 in Ypsilanti or 2011 W. Ganson St., Suite 110 in Jackson.
HARC Introduces Virtual AIDS Walk
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