Las Vegas Walk Raises Over $130,000
Winds, mud, and chilly temperatures couldn't keep over 2000 people from coming out to the 2007 Las Vegas Walk Now for Autism on Saturday, December 1st and raising over $130,000 for autism research, awareness and outreach.
Honorary Walk Chair Toni Braxton kicked off the walk in style by singing the National Anthem. She was joined by children from Sign Design Theater Company, who signed the
Honorary Walk Chair Toni Braxton kicked off the walk in style by singing the National Anthem. She was joined by children from Sign Design Theater Company, who signed the
Highlights from the Las Vegas Walk
YouTube Video ~ 2 minutes
anthem as she sang while the Nellis Air Force Base 99th Air Base Wing's Honor Guard presented colors. Jenny McCarthy then addressed the crowd and stayed to talk with dozens of families, sharing her experiences, her book and hope for the future. The First Lady of Nevada, Dawn Gibbons, joined in opening ceremonies and then walked with various teams.
Sue Manteris of NBC Channel 3 News kept the day rolling as the emcee of this record breaking walk! Sue also hosted the Walk kick-off dinner and formed a Channel 3 News walk team
More than 35 resource fair vendors came out, despite the muddy field and each brought a fun activity for the kids creating a wonderful festival enjoyed before and after the walk. Jackpot Inflatables donated bounce houses, while Trader Joes and Deluca Distributors provided water for the walkers. The Henderson Police Department and Nevada State Highway Patrol supported their fellow officers living with autism by bringing their police cars out to entertain and educate the children.
Visit the Las Vegas walk page or go to the Walk Now for Autism site to find a walk in your area.
Sue Manteris of NBC Channel 3 News kept the day rolling as the emcee of this record breaking walk! Sue also hosted the Walk kick-off dinner and formed a Channel 3 News walk team
More than 35 resource fair vendors came out, despite the muddy field and each brought a fun activity for the kids creating a wonderful festival enjoyed before and after the walk. Jackpot Inflatables donated bounce houses, while Trader Joes and Deluca Distributors provided water for the walkers. The Henderson Police Department and Nevada State Highway Patrol supported their fellow officers living with autism by bringing their police cars out to entertain and educate the children.
Visit the Las Vegas walk page or go to the Walk Now for Autism site to find a walk in your area.
Toni Braxton and Sign Design performing the anthem
From left, First Lady of Nevada, Dawn Gibbons, Jenny McCarthy, Toni Braxton
Resource fair booth
Walkers gathered at the stage
Team Christian West
Team Vincent
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