Diabetes Research Institute Foundation and Walgreens to host 6th annual DRI Walk

MIAMI - The Diabetes Research Institute Foundation and Walgreens are teaming up again for the 6th annual DRI Walk for Diabetes & Family Fun Day Saturday, March 5, 2016 at Marlins Park in Miami, the organizations announced Thursday. This family event – which has helped raise more than $1.5 million toward the cure-focused work of the DRI to date – has become one of South Florida's premier walks and 5k/10k runs and is expected to attract more than 10,000 people.

 

"The prevalence of diabetes continues to grow at epidemic proportions with more than 29.1 million people affected in the U.S., and about 10% of people affected right here in Miami-Dade County, many of whom are our customers and patients," stated Roy Ripak, regional VP for Walgreens. "Walgreens is committed to helping people get, stay and live well. Together we can help raise awareness and critical funding to support the mission of the Diabetes Research Institute." 

 

Participants will enjoy a day of activities focused on health and fitness for the whole family, plus outdoor games, bounce houses, face painting, live music, health booths and giveaways. Also happening that morning is the DRIHope4aCure 5K/10K Run & Kids' Fun Run, where kids are encouraged to dress up as their favorite super heroes and help battle this growing disease.

 

This annual event is supported each year by fundraising teams of families affected by diabetes, individuals, companies, Walgreens employees and customers; volunteers, corporate sponsors, and media partners. Top sponsors include, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Pepsi, Coca-Cola, Island Planet, Red Bull, Frito-Lay, Comcast, Clear Channel Outdoor, Noi Caffe, OmniPod and Chelly Cosmetics.