Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- More than 34 Kirby Foods advertising group retailers in the Illinois and Western Indiana area are raising funds are raising funds and spreading awareness about muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related neuromuscular diseases during the annual MDA Make Your Move retail program to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA).
From July 16th to July 29th, customers can add MDA pinups to their purchase at check out for just a $1, $5 or a larger contribution.
The MDA Make Your Move Retail Program benefits the mission to fund groundbreaking research including best in class multidisciplinary care at the MDA Care Centers at OSF HealthCare Illinois Neurological Institute in Peoria; SIU Medical Center in Springfield; Carle Spine Institute in Urbana; University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago; Elkhart Clinic LLC in Elkhart; and IU Health Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis. Funds raised also make MDA Summer Camp possible, giving kids the opportunity to learn vital life skills, make life-long friendships and experience independence, at no cost to their families. Funds also benefit MDA’s advocacy efforts to provide access to healthcare, travel, education, and inclusive environments for the disability community.
“Every MDA Make Your Move pinup sold is a symbol of how we are making our move to improve the lives of children and adults with neuromuscular diseases, especially now that we’re seeing the impact of MDA’s investment in research resulting in treatments,” said Director of Marketing, Tim Lubkeman. “Thanks to the generosity of Kirby Foods employees and customers, we can help MDA fund the world’s best scientific and clinical researchers to find lifesaving treatment, care, and support programs.
To learn more about the 2023 MDA Make Your Move program and how to get involved, contact Account Manager, Cindy Clark at 989-413-3878 or clark@mdausa.org.
About Muscular Dystrophy Association
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is the #1 voluntary health organization in the United States for people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related neuromuscular diseases. For over 70 years, MDA has led the way in accelerating research, advancing care, and advocating for the support of our families. MDA’s mission is to empower the people we serve to live longer, more independent lives. To learn more visit mda.org and follow MDA on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
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