An ALZ Stars Athlete is a person who..

• participates in a structured athletic event (local or out-of-state) and who uses his/her involvement as a way to also fundraise for the Alzheimer's Association - Heart of America Chapter.
• realizes the importance of physical fitness to Maintaining Your Brain.
• wants to turn their passion for endurance events into a meaningful way to support the fight against Alzheimer's.
• takes on a physical challenge in support of the more than 5 million individuals currently living with Alzheimer's.

What Type of Events Can ALZ Stars Participate and Fundraise In?

Below are several ideas of structured athletic events, but, as always, we encourage our ALZ Stars to look at their personal passions to pursue of all types of possibilities.

	Running Bicycling Dance Competition Bowling Tournament  Triathlon Hiking Adventure Corporate Challenge
Erika Nilles-Plumlee and Kelli Bates of Lawrence ran the Boston Marathon in April 2009 and together raised $3,120.

How do ALZ Stars Connect Their Event with the Alzheimer's Association?

ALZ Stars can participate in any independent event. All aspects of the event (registration, training, race details, etc.) are handled directly through the event host organization. ALZ Stars then work directly with Alzheimer's Association Chapter staff on the fundraising component of the event. We can advice you on fundraising goals, provide resources to help you reach your goals, ideas on how to encourage others to join you and, best of all, your own ALZ Stars apparel to wear the day of your race. Contact Trisha McClanahan at 913.831.3888 or trisha.mcclanahan@alz.org to receive your ALZ Stars packet.

The ALZ Stars Team Conquered Hospital Hill

On the morning of June 6th, the members of the first-ever ALZ Stars Team took a huge step in the right direction at the 2009 Hospital Hill Run.  This determined group may have started out as strangers but they soon learned they all shared the same passion and they took a united stance in the fight against Alzheimer’s as they ran the hills of downtown Kansas City. In addition to the team's running accomplishment, these amazing sixteen runners also raised $10,350 for the Heart of America Chapter. Thank you to all those who participated and we look forward to running with you next year.