American Diabetes Association - Minnesota Area

Our mission is to prevent diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.

American Diabetes ALERT - Tuesday, March 22, 2016
The American Diabetes Alert is conducted on the 4th Tuesday in March to raise awareness about the seriousness of diabetes and its risk factors. The diabetes risk test is distributed and promoted through community activities and media.

Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes (Duluth) - Saturday, April 9, 2016
Join us at the University Minnesota Duluth, Ward Wells Field House as we walk to help raise awareness and funds for diabetes research, programs, advocacy and information.  Walk inside and complete as many laps as you would like. Then join us for the Northland Community Wellness Day. For more information contact Jackie Reding at ext.6598.

Get Fit, Don’t Sit - Wednesday, May 4, 2016
The American Diabetes Association will host its second annual Get Fit, Don’t Sit Day in 2016. Our goal is to raise awareness on the importance of being physically active and moving every 90 minutes. For more information contact Sarah Laulunen at ext.6592.

Tour de Cure (Twin Cities) - Saturday, June 4, 2016
The Twin Cities ride begins and ends at Minnehaha Falls. Cycling Routes range from 7 to 100 miles and NEW for 2016 a 2.5 mile Walk/Run route to commemorate the Tour’s 25th Anniversary. All routes are well marked and fully supported with frequent rest stops, SAG wagons, mechanical support and plentiful food and beverage. Ride. Party. Stop Diabetes. For more information contact Janeece Oatman at ext. 6784.

Tough Mudder - July 16 and July 17, 2016
Join Team American Diabetes Association at Tough Mudder. Tough Mudder is a team-oriented 10-12 mile obstacle course designed to test physical strength and mental grit. Tough Mudder puts camaraderie over finisher rankings and is not a race but a team challenge. For more information contact Molly Duerr at ext. 6652.

Camp Needlepoint - (Session 1) August 14-20, 2016; (Session 2) August 21-27, 2016
Camp Daypoint - August 15-19, 2016
Camp Needlepoint, a residential camp for children with diabetes ages 8-16 years, holds two one-week sessions. Camp Daypoint, a day camp for children with diabetes ages 5-9 years, holds one five day session. The camps have been serving thousands of children with diabetes for over 50 years. For more information contact Becky Barnett at ext. 6596.

Evening with the Stars - Saturday, September 10, 2016
The Evening with the Stars is an occasion to honor, appreciate and celebrate. will focus on Celebrating Excellence to Stop Diabetes. Join us as we will celebrate and honor those in our community who have generously supported our mission through providing funding, dedication and leadership to the American Diabetes Association.
For more information contact Susan Klimek at ext. 6591.

Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes (Twin Cities) - Saturday, September 24, 2016
Join us at the General Mills campus in Golden Valley as we walk to help raise awareness and funds for diabetes research, programs, advocacy and information. Start the morning with our kids diabetes dash, then choose the 1 mile or 5K route on our non-competitive run/walk. For more information contact Jackie Reding at ext.6598.

Tour de Cure (Rochester) - Saturday, October 1, 2016
The Rochester ride starts at the YMCA Parking Lot, near Soldier Field. You can expect wonderful, safe routes for all ages and abilities, but now you have all summer to train. With an expanded after party, come see why our motto is Ride. Party. Stop Diabetes. For more information contact Janeece Oatman at ext. 6784.

Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes (Brainerd, Mankato, Stillwater/East Metro) - Saturday, October 1, 2016
Join one of the these three Minnesota walks to help raise vital funds for diabetes research, programs, advocacy and information. Brainerd, Paul Bunyan Trailhead contact Jen Eller at ext. 6783; Mankato, Sibley Park contact Jennifer Williams at ext. 6728; Stillwater, Pioneer Park contact Jackie Reding at ext. 6598.

Healthcare Professional Breakfast - Saturday, October 15, 2016
Healthcare professionals breakfast is held prior to the doors opening for the Diabetes EXPO and is free for healthcare professionals to attend. The breakfast includes a key note speaker, networking session and tour of the Diabetes EXPO show floor. For more information contact Sarah Laulunen at ext.6592.

American Diabetes Association EXPO - Saturday, October 15, 2016
Join others at one of the largest diabetes programs in the country. Learn how to live well with diabetes with tips and demonstrations on how to eat healthier, be more active, and get the latest information on preventing and managing diabetes and its complications. For more information contact Sarah Laulunen at ext.6592.

American Diabetes Month - November, 2016
November is Diabetes Month. The goal is to raise awareness about diabetes and its complications.

National Healthy Lunch Day - Tuesday, November 15, 2016
The American Diabetes Association will host the first ever, National Healthy Lunch Day in 2015. Our goal is to raise awareness on the importance of good nutrition as part of a healthy lifestyle. For more information contact Sarah Laulunen at ext.6592.

Stop Diabetes @ Work - Events throughout 2016
Presentations with content including: Diabetes 101, Healthy Eating, Active Living, Diabetes Prevention as well as free ADA Resources that are available to employees. For more information contact Sarah Laulunen at ext.6592.

Family Link Program - Events throughout 2016
Fun and social diabetes education event that offer families an opportunity to learn more about diabetes while meeting other families of children with diabetes. For more information contact Becky Barnett at ext. 6596.

Young Professional Leadership Council (YPLC) The Young Professional Leader Council (YPLC) is the ADA’s newest organization for young professionals that raise awareness of diabetes and prevention for young adults ages 18-32. The YPLC actively engages with young adults via social media and blogging.