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Miles for Smiles

                                                                         

 

Registration:

Registration prior to the event guarantees a 2012 event T-shirt. You can also register on site the day of the event, but T-shirts may not be available. Registration the day of the event begins at 9:00. The walk begins at 10:00.

What is Miles for Smiles?

Miles for Smiles started in 2006 out of concern for Head Start families who were experiencing a dental crisis.

The Miles for Smiles event raises money to help families in poverty get urgent dental treatment. If left untreated, families suffer with chronic pain, disfiguring smiles and costly emergency room visits.

What is our goal?

The goal of Miles for Smiles is to be bigger and better every year, and 2012 is no different. In 2012 we are aiming to raise over $17,000.

We are always looking for sponsors and donations from the community to help fund and make Miles for Smiles a big success.

The Walk

A fun 3.1 mile walk route on a paved path around Granger Meadow Park with festivities, refreshments, entertainment, and prizes. Rest stations are located nearby. The walk will take place rain or shine, so dress for the weather.

Registration:

Registration prior to the event guarantees a 2012 event T-shirt. You can also register on site the day of the event, but T-shirts may not be available. Registration the day of the event begins at 9:00. The walk begins at 10:00.

Parent Testimonial

A young mother was asked how the Miles for Smiles program changed her life.   She responded,  “I have not stopped smiling and I don’t have any pain. No ER visits, I don’t have to buy pain pills with money I don’t have to spend. It really has been life changing”.  

2011 Miles for Smiles 5K Walk

The 2011 Miles for Smiles 5K Walk generated a total of $14,088.  135 people participated in the 5K Walk and $5,214 in contributions were generated. Corporate & community sponsors, "Cash & Coins for Miles", and various other sources raised $11,149.  After expenses, $14,088 is available to help Head Start parents and siblings who are in desperate need of dental and don't have the resources.  

A big thanks to all who helped make the 5th Annual Miles for Smiles event a huge success!  This event would not have been such a success without the generous support from our sponsors, walkers and volunteers. 


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Click here for the 2012 poster

Click here for a printable map

Click here for a printable 2012 contribution form

Click here for a printable 2012 registration form

Click here for a printable 2012 Olga's Fundraiser flyer

 

Did You Know...

...dental decay is the single most common chronic childhood disease among children today.

...most of the parents of children who have dental decay also suffer from dental disease.

...dental decay can be transmitted from a mother to her child.

...11.2% of Michigan children have no access to dental care due to lack of insurance.

...children and adults lose 200 million hours of school and work a year while seeking dental care.

...less than 30% of dentists in Michigan accept Medicaid patients.

...that a family of four living in poverty has an income of $20,000 or less.

...98% of Head Start families are at or below poverty line.

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