Los Angeles, CA


Date: October 27, 2012Location: Griffith Park
Event Contact: , rreviere@diabetes.org
For more information, call 1-888-DIABETES ext. 7540 or Contact Us.

Do you or someone you know have diabetes?

Thousands of people with diabetes participate in Step Out as "Red Striders". Red Striders are the reason that we walk and enjoy some special perks. Beyond the recognition, Red Striders are part of a community that inspires us to walk and raise money to Stop Diabetes. Be sure to choose "Red Strider" when you register! Learn more.

Register. Fundraise. Stop Diabetes.

GOAL: $327,000.00 ACHIEVED: $4,676.00 DAYS TO EVENT: 160

NUMBER OF TEAMS: 69 NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 201

 

We Step Out Because...

You can Step Out and make a difference! Everyone has a very personal reason for participating in Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes. What is yours?

We Step Out to do our part to Stop Diabetes! Participants are changing the future and making a positive impact in the lives of those who are affected by diabetes.  Step Out participants are committed to walk and raise money in this inspirational event not because 26 million people in the United States have diabetes, but because they walk among us in our lives and at the event.

 
 

Event Details

The Los Angeles Step Out Walk will be held in Griffith Park.  It will be a 5K (3.2 miles) walk through the lush landscape of this beautiful venue.  Water, light breakfast and snacks will be provided.  The route is fully supported.  There will be activities and entertainment for all ages!

7:30am - Registration

8:30am - Walk Starts

Training Walks

Health and fitness are key components in preventing and managing diabetes.  This is why the American Diabetes Association will be hosting monthly training walks at Griffith Park and surrounding areas. Training walks will include guest speakers presenting on a range of topics.  Below is our calendar of events.  Please email rreviere@diabetes.org or call (323) 966-2890 ext. 7540 to reserve your spot.  We are looking for training walk coaches.  If you are interested email rreviere@diabetes.org

 Saturday, May 5th - Griffith Park @ 9:00am

Saturday, June 2nd - Griffith Park @ 9:00am

Saturday, July 7th - Griffith Park @ 9:00am

Saturday, August 4th - Griffith Park @ 9:00am

 
 

Strive to be a Champion!

Interested in joining an elite group of fundraisers? Participants who raise $1,000 or more become "Champions to Stop Diabetes". They are committed to doing everything they can to Stop Diabetes and are truly the backbone of our fundraising efforts.

When you set your goal at $1,000 or more and strive to become a Champion, ADA staff will not only do everything they can to help you achieve your goal, but they'll be recognizing and encouraging you along the way! Just for setting your goal at the Champions level, you'll receive a "Striving to be a Champion" badge on your personal page!

We will announce new Champions right here on the homepage! Will you be next?

 
 

Special Thanks To Our Local Sponsors

Coming Soon!

To learn more about partnering with Step Out, please Contact Us.

 
 

What's New?

Your smartphone can help raise money!
This year, you'll be able to access fundraising tools on the go on your iPhone and Android apps. They are only available to registered participants. Register today and go mobile!

Help select our T-shirt!
You can help decide which design will be on the official 2012 Step Out T-shirt. Only registered participants are able to vote. Register today and let your voice be heard!

Registered participants, login to your Step Out Center to cast your vote!

Join us in the Step Out Community!
Stay up-to-date on all the latest news and connect with other participants in the Step Out Online Community. Read the Director's Corner blog, chat with other participants about fundraising, make suggestions about Step Out and much more. Join us on the Step Out Community today!

 

Fundraising Resources

Team Captain Guide
Fundraising Guide
Matching Gifts
ADA Fact Sheet
Team Captain Supply Form
PinUp Flyer
Donation Receipts

 

Connect With Us!

 

Top Teams & Participants

TOP 10 INDIVIDUALS
  • Shining Bright Stop Diabetes Muharram Temple - $696.00
  • Hang the Banner Stop Diabetes James OLDS - $526.00
  • Hang the Banner Stop Diabetes Eric Lyles - $500.00
  • Hang the Banner Stop Diabetes Rudy de Leon - $465.00
  • Hang the Banner Lauren Becker - $463.00
  • Fast Walker Stop Diabetes Mike Walker - $214.00
  • Karen Heard-Meadows - $150.00
  • Stop Diabetes Bruce Gray - $110.00
  • Stop Diabetes Amber Godinez-Smith - $110.00
  • Stop Diabetes Tefft Smith - $110.00

  • TOP TEAMS

    Family/Friend Team

    1. Rudy & Company - $540.00
    2. Lifesavers - $463.00
    3. Rent A Husband Handyman - $318.00
    4. Team Tefft - $220.00
    5. Team Heard/ Steelers - $150.00
    6. Team V - $82.00
    7. D Team - $77.00
    8. Diabetes Defeeters! - $56.00
    9. Insulin Junkiez - $52.00
    10. Team BAD (battle against diabetes) - $26.00

    Corporate Team

    1. Team Dignity Los Angeles - $110.00

    Club/Organization Team

    1. Muharram Temple #95 - $792.00
    2. signal hill lions del amo rotary - $526.00
    3. CSULA SDA - $78.00