2011 First Frost AIDS Walk/Run
Sunday, October 16, 2011
New York State Zoo at Thompson Park
Watertown, NY
Registration 11:30 AM
Event begins: 1 PM
Attendance & Results:
2000: 147 participants raised $7,934
2010: 325 participants raised $43,214
Format:
A 5K (3.1 mile) fundraising walk and a 5K (3.1 mile) fundraising run through the scenic trails of Thompson Park and Zoo.
AIDS Community Resources:
AIDS Community Resources (ACR), a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization, was founded in 1983. Its mission is to respond to the AIDS epidemic by working to: prevent the spread of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases; provide support services to those who are living with HIV/AIDS; and promote sexual literacy and wise sexual decision making.
Where the Money Goes:
Teen AIDS Task Force (TATF): This teen-centered peer leadership program focuses on topics such as self-esteem, healthy relationships,
drug and alcohol prevention, healthy nutrition, and promotion of sexual health and safety. Funds raised will also support our DIVAS
(Discovering Important and Valuable information About Self) program, an after-school program targeting at-risk African-American and Hispanic
adolescents. These programs reach more than 6500 youths per year.
Emergency-Basic-Human Needs:
An ongoing stabilization initiative that provides HIV-infected individuals and their families with food, personal care items, household items, and clothing during critical times.