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Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago
Eighth Annual Golf Outing Approaching: Set Your Teams Up Now!
On Tuesday, September 16th, everyone is invited to join us for a day of golf at our Eighth Annual Golf Outing at the Ruffled Feathers Golf Club in Lemont, IL. Those of you who have attended this event in the past know that Ruffled Feathers is one of the regions best--and most scenic--golf courses. The fun-filled day starts at 12:00 noon and will be followed by an awards dinner with open bar reception, raffle, and live auction. Start planning now! Friends, colleagues and family members all make great team members.
For more information or to make reservations, please call 312-939-8622.
U.S. Senate Supports the ADA Amendments Act of 2008On July 31, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (S. 3406) was introduced to the Senate floor. This bill is very similar to a that the House of Representatives recently passed by an overwhelming margin of 402-17. Both send a strong message that discrimination against people with disabilities, including epilepsy, will not be tolerated, and will overturn several Supreme Court decisions issued in the last decade, marking a historic move toward securing the intention of the original ADA Act that was signed into law in 1990. Currently, over 60 Senators have cosponsored the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, including Illinois Senators Dick Durbin and Barack Obama. We encourage you to email them to thank them for their support. You can do so by visiting the Illinois Epilepsy Action Network website, where you will also learn more about the Illinois Epilepsy Action Network and how you can become involved in fulfilling its mission of empowering and uniting those affected by epilepsy throughout Illinois and nationwide. Greater Chicago Epilepsy Walk Breaks Records in 2008!
Thanks to everyone who came out and supported this year's Epilepsy Walks! Over 1,700 walkers participated in fun-filled mornings of beautiful weather and good company at the Wheaton and Chicago sites. Please visit our Photo Gallery to check out pictures taken at both walks. We've already raised $220,000, and donations continue to come in! You can still take part by making a donation at the Greater Chicago Epilepsy Walk web site. Thank you again for all of your support... We couldn't have done it without you! Put That Credit Card to Good Use... DONATE!American Express card holders... Did you know that there's an easy way for you to support the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago? By clicking here, you'll be taken to American Express’s GivingExpress®website, where—in just seconds—you can make a monetary donation to the Foundation—either on a one-time basis, or as a monthly or annual contribution. You may also choose to donate Membership Rewards points. It couldn’t be easier! Looking For a Creative Way to Support the Epilepsy Foundation?There are many ways to support the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago and we'd like to share with you some ofthe great fundraising ideas our friends have comeup with to raise money in honor of the foundation. From hosting parties to sponsoring marathon runners, it's easier than you think and your help will go a long way! We are also a proud member of Community Health Charities, an organization that enables employees to donate funds to leading charities directly from the workplace through their payroll. To find out if your employer is a CHC participant, please visit the Community Health Charities website. To learn how to designate funds to the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago from your paycheck, contact the human resources or community relations department at your workplace. Don't forget to ask if your employer offers a matching gift scheme - it's an easy way to double your donation! Our Mission StatementThe Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago will ensure that people with seizures are able to participate in all life experiences; and will prevent, control, and cure epilepsy through services, education, advocacy, and research. The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization existing under the laws of the State of Illinois. Contact UsEpilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago Phone: (312) 939-8622
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2008 Summer Epilepsy Connections MagazineDownload the summer issue of Epilepsy Connections by clicking on the magazine's cover below.  |