WAM King

Here they are...2008 WAM pics!

Can We Do It? Yes, We Can!

So far- we have 135 pre-registered marchers! Wow!! Our goal is to get 200...can we do it? I think we can- but only with your help!! So come on- tell your friends, family and co-workers to come on down and take a stand against sexual violence!

Male Involvement Group joins the Men's March!

This year, we are pleased to announce Springfield Urban League's Male Involvement Group will be showing their support- and they are bringing a group of 23 men to take a stand against sexual violence in our community. A big thanks to Larry Hemingway for coordinating this... we did a "shoe fitting" with Larry last week..so don't miss seeing him in his 4" red stilettos! What a good sport!

In addition, the SUL will have their WOW mobile unit (Wellness on Wheels) at our registration site offering free prostrate screenings for men- along with other health screenings.

Meet our Honorary Co-Chairs for the Springfield WAM event!

I am proud to introduce our 2008 WAM Honorary Chairs...Erin and Jason Domonousky!

Erin is a Sexual Assault Survivor and she shared her story in front of the crowd last year at the post-march rally. She spoke about her attack and her journey becoming a sexual assault survivor. It was a powerful speech! Thank you, Erin and Jason, for being a part of our event and helping us raise awareness about sexual violence and ways to prevent it.

Another prize donated!

Abbes Condo Rentals in Branson, MO just donated a 3 night stay in a 1 or 2 bedroom condo (plus a prime rib dinner for 2) as one of our top prizes...the more money you raise the better chance you have at winning one of the top prizes!

Thank you, Terry Abbe! We appreciate your support!

Professional Angler supports our cause!

Angie Douthit, Professional Angler (Women's Bass Tour-WBT) and Bass Fishing Guide, has agreed to donate a 1/2 day guided bass fishing trip for up to 2 people on Lake Okeechobee, Florida-as one of the top prizes! Wow! So for all those fishing enthusiasts-- start raising some money to have a shot at this prize! Thank you, Angie!!

To find out more- log onto her website at- www.southfloridabassfishing.com

Give a Donation On Line at Firstgiving.com

1 month and 3 days away...GET READY!

HELLO Walk-A-Milers!

Get those shoes polished and ready to walk....it's coming up soon on April 19th in downtown Springfield!! I hope you are ready because we sure are!!!!!!!!!

We are busy here at Prairie Center planning for this great event...and to be honest we are just so excited to do this again. This event is our major fundraiser/awareness raiser event- and we expect it to be bigger and better this year. The support this year has been overwhelming- and there are so many people to thank- our staff, board of directors, volunteer planning committee, sponsors, our local universities, the media..and the list just goes on and on.

The planning is underway but there is still much to do...like spreading the word to our community to recruit participants and soliciting some great prizes from our local business community for our individual and team fundraising winners. So if you or someone you know wants to get involved- please email us at development@prairiecasa.org or give us a ring at 744-2560 and we will hook you up!

Remember this event encourages male participants but EVERYONE is encouraged to participate- men, women, and children. The Springfield Walk a Mile march is organized by the staff, friends, and supporters of Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault and money raised will support Prairie Center;s prevention education programs and benefit the victims and survivors of sexual assault.

We will keep you updated on the planning and festivities...so tune back in! Hope to see you on April 19th- you won't regret being a part of this!

Thanks!

Introducing..the Silver Stiletto Sponsor

That's right...our guys (Chris and Chuck) from United Wealth Strategies came through for us again this year! Last year they came out and "walked a mile" in their calf high boots and colorful sandals to show their support for Prairie Center (pictured above- Chris in sandals and Chuck in the fashionable red boots)...and they decided this year they would do even more and sponsor this wonderful event this year!

We appreciate their partnership and support of our agency! You guys rock!

Golden Platform Sponsor...

Prairie Center is pleased to announce Comcast as the WAM event's Golden Platform Sponsor! We plan to work with Comcast on promoting the Walk A Mile on cable channels within our service area. And be on the look out for a few commercials airing during April for Sexual Assault Awareness Month! Thank you, Comcast!

Introducing our Ruby Slipper Sponsor...

Bunn-O-Matic decided to join the fun this year! And we are thrilled to have them as a partner. I hear they are going to try and recruit a team of employees to strap on some heels and support the event too!

Thank you, Capitol Radio Group!

They are back again this year to help us promote our wonderful event! We can't thank the crew at Capitol Radio Group enough for their support...it's going to be bigger and better this year! Can't wait!

Thank You, Illinois Times!

Another supporter for the WAM event came on board today!! We appreciate the support of the media to help spread the word about ending sexual violence!

A Perfect Partner

A BIG THANKS to Shoetopia for coming on board as a sponsor again this year!

Walk A Mile History

Learn more about Walk A Mile In Her Shoes- where it originated and its history. Great idea by Frank Baird- founder. Thanks, Frank- for coming up with such a wonderful event! Click on the following link: http://walkamileinhershoes.org.