Chapter Staff & Local Morning Show Take to the Streets to Create a World Free of MS

On Friday, May 21^st, Lynda Lambert and George Lindsey of 102.3 The Max’s “Lambert and Lindsey Morning Show” will be joined by MS Society staff members in celebrating National Bike to Work Day, taking the streets to ride and help raise awareness for Bike MS 2010: Bike the Bluegrass.   The May 21^st ride will happen during morning drive (7-9 am) and be broadcast live on their radio program on 102.3 FM.

  George Lindsey rode in the Bike MS 2009 event, and will be the Honorary Chairman for the Bike MS 2010 event, which takes place on June 5^th and 6th.  Details about Bike MS 2010: Bike the Bluegrass can be found at www.BikeMSky.org

 The Chapter is privileged to be joined on the May 21^st ride by representatives from Scheller’s Fitness & Cycling, who not only helped create the route, but will also provide support for Bike MS and are a sponsor of Bike to Work Day, offering support and more at the 4th Street Live celebration at the conclusion of the ride.

For those interested in joining in our efforts during National Bike to Work Day, including the celebration at 4th Street Live following the ride, you can visit the event website here, or call the chapter office at (502) 451-0014.

 For those interested, registration is still open for Bike MS: Bike the Bluegrass. Guests can participate in Bike MS individually or as a team. For more information or to register, go to www.BikeMSky.org, or call Allison Gardner at (502) 451-0014 ext. 226.

One Week Until World MS Day 2010!

We are only seven days away from the annual World MS Day! This year’s global event will take place on May 26, when people from around the world will unite in our common goal of raising awareness, donations and advocacy for this disease.

Over 2,000,000 people worldwide have MS, including 4,800 right here in the Kentucky Southeast Indiana area. Every day more and more people are diagnosed, and they need our help in continuing the fight to rid the world of MS.

The focus for World MS Day this year is employment. You can take the employment and MS survey here (results will be posted on May 26), take part in an MS society activity, organize an activity, or donate. If you’d like to help out locally, we will have a number of volunteer and advocacy opportunities thoughout the week and all year long. Log on to our website to view upcoming volunteer events, as well as information about how you can help!

For all the information about World MS Day and how you can get involved in helping create an entire world free of MS, go to their website, or you can follow them through social media via their Twitter feed at @WorldMSDay, or become a Fan on their Facebook page here.

Walk MS 2010 Louisville is coming up!

Reminder! It’s not too late to sign up to be a part of this amazing event!

We will be holding our annual Walk MS Louisville at Waterfront Park- Festival Plaza on Saturday, April 10, 2010.

More than 850 walkers are expected to come out and help raise the goal of $250,000.  Funds raised will support direct services and programs for the more than 4,600 people with MS and their families in Kentucky and Southern Indiana and national MS research to find a cure for this chronic disease of the central nervous system. 

Walk MS: Louisville will be held on Saturday, April 10, 2010 at Waterfront Park.  Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. and the walk will start at 9:30 a.m. Guests can participate in Walk MS individually or as a team. There will be a fun and exhilarating warm-up prior to starting the walk at 9:00am. This year there will be a variety of  informational booths  to assist people with MS, as well as,  useful health tip for everyone.  A healthy breakfast will be served after the walk is completed.

To register for the walk or to register as a volunteer, visit www.walkMSky.org or contact Allison Gardner at 502-451-0014 ext. 226 or allison.gardner@kyw.nmss.org.  Proceeds raised will benefit the Kentucky-Southeast Indiana Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

 

29 Gifts – One Week In

It has been just over a week since we officially embarked upon our 29 Days of Giving Challenge, which began last Thursday with an amazing kick-off reception, headlined by an appearance from Cami Walker, author of the bestseller “29 Gifts – How a Month of Giving can Change your Life” and the founder of the 29 Gifts concept.

In the days following the kick-off, I have been absolutely floored by the response we have received. In one week, we have had 24 different posts to the blog site (www.29giftskentucky.blogspot.com), coming from many of our 29 Gifts Ambassadors. They are sharing their stories and experiences during this time, and giving the readers an inside look at the differences, both big and small, that they are making through their generosity.

So many times we can become jaded about the world around us, and fall into thinking that everyone is out for themselves, and that helping others is a lost aspect of our society, gone the way of black and white TVs and rotary telephones.

What our Ambassadors are doing has the potential not only to effect those they personally help, but a much larger group of people, many of whom they may never meet. They are truly embracing the spirit of giving in Kentucky, and are living up to the simple premise behind it all – It only takes one person to inspire hundreds.

Whether it is a simple hello to someone you pass at the office, or volunteering to help a neighbor with a task they are unable to complete, the spirit of giving is boundless. That is the beauty of this movement – each person has the ability to cater every giving opportunity into exactly what is needed. Some of the most inspiring stories involve the most simple of acts, but the joy they produce is second to none.

I know that I have been inspired by reading their stories and encouraged by the amount of time and energy they have volunteered this past week. They are touching the lives of so many by making an effort to give a little of themselves to those in need, the impact of which can be breathtaking.

One of the most inspiring aspects about this entire experience is not only that the amount of response by those willing to give, but the excitement and joy they derive from it. It is apparent that the title of Cami Walker’s powerful book is true – a month of giving CAN change your life. These amazing Ambassadors enjoy being a part of making a difference in someone’s life and never stop looking for ways to help others.

If you would like to help in the 29 Days of Giving Challenge, please contact Matthew Harris at matthew.harris@kyw.nmss.org, or call the National MS Society office at (502) 451-0014.

Support Today’s Woman – Vote for Jeannie!

Our Chapter’s very own, Jeannie Unruh, has been nominated by the editorial staff in the eighth annual Today’s Woman magazine Most Admired Woman Poll!  

VOTE FOR JEANNIE

Please join us and support Jeannie Unruh as the Most Admired Woman! Voting online is simple and will take seconds. This powerful platform will raise awareness to MS and our cause. With the click of a mouse you can show the world that we are here to create a world free of MS!

The twelve categories represent a cross-section of women’s activities and involvement in our community, from the arts to athletes/fitness, from corporate to political. The poll is on page 9 of the March issue of Today’s Woman magazine which hit the stands on February 25. Copies are also being distributed at various events.

Online voting is encouraged at the Today’s Woman website http://www.iamtodayswoman.com/

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You can PRINT a ballot and take them with you wherever you go! Ask your friends, your neighbors, your family, even your favorite local business!

Deadline for entries is March 22 and the winners will be announced in the June issue.

 Help raise awareness by helping make Jeannie the Most Admired Woman!

Who is Jeannie Unruh? Jeannie Unruh has served the Kentucky Southeast Indiana Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society for more than 20 years. In 1987 Jeannie joined us to fulfill not only the Society’s mission, but her own: to “…show up to life each day.” At a very early age Jeannie knew she had a heart for service. With the wisdom that there would always be those less fortunate, she set out to make sure she took every measure, made every effort and never backed down to the mission of helping others. In these difficult times Jeannie understood the challenges the Kentucky Southeast Indiana Chapter was facing and took it upon herself to step up and out to create a world free of MS. She not only serves on our Board of Trustees, she has become the creator of an exciting new Chapter event, Crystal Boots & Silver Spurs! A country chic event she has opened her home for. Jeannie has been honored as a Volunteer, a Board Member, a Corporate Star and a true believer in the mission. Jeannie continues to leave her legacy in our Chapter and in our mission to create a world free of MS!

29 Days of Giving Event this Saturday!

First of all, I would like to thank everyone who came out to our 29 Days of Giving Challenge Kick-off Reception last Thursday at 60 West Bistro and Martini Bar! The entire night was a total success, and I feel like it was a perfect beginning to our 29 Gifts initiative.

For anyone curious about what exactly the 29 Days of  Giving Challenge is, here’s a quick rundown:

We are raising our collective voices to revive the giving spirit in Kentucky. The best way to attract abundance in your own life is to be in a perpetual state of giving and gratitude. By joining us as an ambassador, you accept the 29-day challenge. By accepting this challenge, you agree to give 29 gifts in 29 days. As you participate we ask you to blog about your gifts and giving experience. The definition of blog is a web-based journal that is frequently updated and intended for general public consumption. We encourage you to consume the public with your passion to give! Visit our blog at http://www.29giftskentucky.blogspot.com/ TODAY!

No matter the gift, no matter the recipient, the grace of giving is one of mankind’s greatest achievements. We are seeking your support as an ambassador in this global giving movement. More than 5,000 individuals in 38 countries around the world have already joined! For more information about how to join in on this amazing movement, or if you have any questions, just call the Chapter office at (502) 451-0014 or email Matthew Harris at matthew.harris@kyw.nmss.org

Up Next for the Chapter - Join us for an exciting event at Carmichael’s Bookstore in Louisville, KY on March 20, 2010!

Date: Saturday, March 20, 2010
Time: 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: Carmichael’s Book Store
        2720 Frankfort Ave 
Louisville, KY

It only takes one person to inspire hundreds – Cami has inspired us,
so take her lead and revive the spirit of giving in Kentucky!

There will be a raffle held for all in attendance with gifts from Cami Walker’s signature items!

Hope you can make it, bring as many others as you like!

Here are other ways you can JOIN THE MOVEMENT:

Walk with us at Walk MS 2010 Louisville on April 10, 2010

Become a FAN on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kynmss

Follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/nmsskentucky