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Rosedale ID Practice Manager,
Dale Pierce presenting Ms. White with an award
Rosedale ID
was a proud sponsor of AIDSWALK 2008
benefiting RAIN (Regional AIDS Interfaith Network)
We had
over 2,000 caring individuals walking in memory of those who have finished their
journey, as advocates for those infected, and as a beacon of light for the
future when our steps will have helped stop its spread. We raised over $250,000
this year in the fight against AIDS.
Jeanne White-Ginder served as a keynote speaker this year. She reflected on how her son, Ryan White’s life, struggle, and passing has impacted the AIDS community. Chelsea Clinton showed up to speak to the crowd and remind everyone, why in this key election year, healthcare in the US should be a major priority. A special appearance by singer/songwriter Sophie B. Hawkins topped of the pre-walk festivities.
Jeanne White-Ginder addressing the crowd
AIDS WALK Charlotte
2008 is the largest HIV/AIDS awareness and fundraising event in the
Carolinas. A two mile walk through Charlotte's Historic Fourth Ward
district, AIDS WALK Charlotte is a visual representation of our communities'
commitment to and compassion for those impacted by HIV and AIDS.
You and 2,000 other caring individuals will walk in memory of those who have finished their journey, as advocates for those infected, and as a beacon of light for the future when our steps will have helped stop its spread.
Showing, you are never too young to be an activist
RAIN (Regional AIDS Interfaith Network) engages the community to transform lives and promote respect and dignity for all people touched by the AIDS crisis through compassionate care, education and leadership development. RAIN will be recognized as a model for providing compassionate care and a leader for innovative and effective AIDS work that engages a diverse network of volunteers committed to putting faith into action.
Rev.
Debbie Warren (RAIN founder) and Jeanne White-Ginder
We will aspire to
integrate the wisdom and voices of those infected with HIV/AIDS in the planning
and delivery of our services.
Jeanne White-Ginder and Chelsea Clinton We will be a leader and educator among health and human service organizations as well as faith-based and community groups, partnering with them on initiatives and promoting dialogue that seriously examines and deals with the spiritual and social justice issues connected with HIV/AIDS. As a result of our work, we will inspire and empower more people to live, open more minds and help break the stigma of HIV/AIDS regionally, nationally and internationally.
Mike Painter, AIDSWALK Co-chair with his family and Sophie B. Hawkins. Dale Pierce, speaking on behalf of Rosedale ID at AIDSWALK 2008. Sophie B. Hawkins and Jeanne White-Ginder.
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