Walk to End Alzheimer's
Remembering Our Stars Gala
Upcoming Events
Ongoing Fundraising Opportunities
Host Your Own Benefit Event
Education Events 
Meeting of the Minds Conference 

  
The Alzheimer’s Association Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter holds several fundraising and awareness building events each year to support the Association’s programs and services. Attend one or more of our events or host your own to benefit the chapter.

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Upcoming Events

ALZ Stars
Are you participating in any of the 2013 Twin Cities Marathon weekend events? Go the distance in the fight against Alzheimer's disease by running and raising awareness and funds to advance the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer's Association. Whether you participate in the 5K Run/Walk, family events, 10K, 10-mile or the full marathon, challenge yourself to become an inspiration for those impacted by Alzheimer's disease.

Have Fun Do Good Bowling Event
Like to bowl? Join us at a bowling benefit event, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the Alzheimer's Association. The event will take place on Friday, May 31 from 12:00-3:00 p.m. at Louisville Lanes in Shakopee. The cost is $15 per person. Grab a friend and head over to the lanes!

Dementia: The Disease of Our Generation
Join us for the University of Minnesota Center on Aging Summer Institute 2013. The Summer Instiute is designed for anyone who wants to improve the lives of people with Alzheimer's and those who care for them-health professionals, policy makers, faculty, students, and concerned citizens.

Join us for The Longest Day®
On Friday, June 21, the Alzheimer’s Association invites you to honor the strength, endurance and passion of those facing Alzheimer’s disease by participating in The Longest Day. From sunrise to sunset, gather your friends and do something you love to make a difference. You can participate in your event for the entire 16 hours or break your participation up into shifts with other attendees. From swimming to swing dancing, the funds you raise will help to advance Alzheimer’s research, care and support. Join us on The Longest Day to show that you’re in it until Alzheimer’s is finished. Register at alz.org/thelongestday or call 800.272.3900, Option 3. 

Alliance Insurance Advisors Third Annual Alzheimer's Golf Classic
Join in the Third Annual Alzheimer's Golf Classic at Southview Country Club on July 29, 2013, benefiting the Alzheimer's Association. Last year's event raised a little over $18,000 and we hope to exceed that amount to support the 100,000 Minnesotans living with Alzheimer's disease. We are pleased to announce Ian Leonard from Fox 9 News will be our Celebrity Chair once again. Ian is a tremendous champion for the disease and we look forward to having him back. Help us make this event successful: 

Confirm your spot golfing today 
Ask your friends, family or colleagues to play
Sponsor a Hole 
Give a gift to the silent auction 
Donate to the Golf Classic

If you have any questions about the Alzheimer's Golf Classic, would like to confirm your spot, or want to learn more about sponsorship, please contact Chad Fuenffinger at 651.366.7666, chad@allianceinsuranceadvisors.com. Otherwise a fast and easy way to sign up is through their website http://alzgolf.com/.

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Ongoing Fundraising Opportunities

Casual for a Cause Stickers
Help raise awareness and funds to fight Alzheimer's disease by giving employees an opportunity to purchase stickers and dress "Casual for a Cause."

GiveBackAmerica.org
You can earn money for the Alzheimer's Association via online shopping at retailers including Expedia.com, Target.com, Amazon.com, HomeDepot.com, BestBuy.com and more. The percentage of proceeds that benefits the Alzheimer's Association varies by retailer. Visit GiveBackAmerica.org to learn more.

Op4G (Opinions4Good)
Op4G gives you the opportunity to participate in paid market research activities and direct ;a portion of proceeds to the Alzheimer's Association.

GoodSearch
Use GoodSearch.com as your search engine and online shopping mall to raise money for the Alzheimer's Association.

Blondes Vs. Brunettes
Be one of the first people to get involved with Blondes vs Brunettes - Twin Cities to benefit the Alzheimer's Association. Blondes vs Brunettes is a tag football game where team members are divided based on the age-old rivalry between blondes and brunettes (Note: Redheads are “free agents,” permitted to play for the team of their choice). This fundraising competition increases awareness of Alzheimer’s disease among a new generation. Watch the Blondes vs. Brunettes as they hit the gridiron for the Alzheimer’s Association’s critical work in care, support, advocacy and research. For more information on how you can get involved on the planning committee or as a player, e-mail BvBTwinCities@gmail.com or visit the Blondes vs. Brunettes Facebook page.

Interested in getting involved?

Join us for a recruitment happy hour at Fulton Brewery, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., Thursday, May 16. For more information, visit the Blondes vs. Brunettes Facebook page.  

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Host Your Own Benefit Event

Savor the Memories
Host a party or other event to raise awareness of the Alzheimer's Association and funds for the cause.

How to Host Your Own Benefit Event
Each year, individuals, businesses and community groups throughout Minnesota and North Dakota plan and host events and activities whose proceeds benefit the Alzheimer's Association.

To get started on hosting a benefit event or for more information, contact Ashley Snell, associate director, constituent events:

By phone: 952.857.0532
By email: ashley.snell@alz.org  

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