MILWAUKEE, Wisc. (AUGUST 14, 2014)—Dr. Comfort, a manufacturer of therapeutic footwear, is joining the American Diabetes Association’s Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes as a National Team in 2014. The event is the Association’s signature fundraising walk.
As a National Team, Dr. Comfort has committed to raising $100,000 for the Association by the end of the year. Dr. Comfort employees, friends, family members, customers and vendors are invited to join Dr. Comfort’s corporate team to participate in any of the 110 Step Out events nationwide. Every mile walked and dollar raised by Dr. Comfort participants supports the Association’s research, information and advocacy efforts to improve the lives of those affected by diabetes. Dr. Comfort will also provide educational materials through the Association’s Center for Information and Community Support and Living with Type 2 Diabetes program.
“The fight against diabetes is extremely important to Dr. Comfort,” said Rob Heglin, product manager at Dr. Comfort. “Step Out walks provide an ideal opportunity for Dr. Comfort employees, friends and family members to get involved in the fight to Stop Diabetes. The Association provides critical services, support and information to those with diabetes, and we’re proud to get more involved in the cause through our commitment as a National Team.”
In addition to participating in Step Out walks, Dr. Comfort is currently donating $10 from every sale of a pair of shoes from its Athletic Shoe line to the Association to support the fight to Stop Diabetes. The shoes feature a virtually seamless design and lightweight construction. Regularly priced at $175, the shoes are now selling for $89 through Dec. 31. The deal is valid on men’s styles Chris and Jason and women’s styles Meghan and Katy. The shoes can be ordered through Dr. Comfort in person or online at drcomfort.com/ADAshoes with promo code ADASHOE.
“The American Diabetes Association is thrilled to have Dr. Comfort as a National Team for our Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes events in 2014,” said David McShea, National Managing Director, Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes, American Diabetes Association. “Funds raised through our Step Out Walk to Stop Diabetes support advocacy, research and programs for people living with diabetes.”
Dr. Comfort will have a booth at 12 of this year’s Step Out walks, including:
- Madison, Wisconsin—Aug. 24
- Indianapolis, Indiana—Sept. 20
- Chicago—Sept. 21
- Bloomington, Indiana—Sept. 27
- Still Water, Minnesota—Oct. 4
- Grand Rapids, Michigan—Oct. 11
- St. Louis, Missouri—Oct. 11
- Milwaukee—Oct. 18
- Cincinnati—Nov. 1
- San Diego—Nov. 2
- Austin, Texas—Nov. 8
- Portland, Oregon—Nov. 22
Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes has been taking place for more than 20 years in more than 110 markets nationwide. The event has raised more than $175,000,000 to date. For more information, please visit diabetes.org/stepout.
For more information about Dr. Comfort, a DJO Global company, or to find a footwear professional nearby, please visit drcomfort.com or call (800) 556-5572.
The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight to Stop Diabetes and its deadly consequences and fighting for those affected by diabetes. The Association funds research to prevent, cure and manage diabetes; delivers services to hundreds of communities; provides objective and credible information; and gives voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes. For more information, please call (800) 342-2383, or visit diabetes.org.
