West Plains Walk Now for Autism Nearly Doubles Funds Raised
Hundred of families and supporters in the West Plains, Mo. community gathered for the 4th annual West Plains Walk Now for Autism at the West Plains Civic Center on Saturday, September 27. The walkers, on 20 teams, raised over $22,000.
Special thanks to Walk sponsor C & K Clothing, which made a financial contribution and provided snacks and refreshments on Walk day.
Walkers enjoyed the events Cowboy Carnival theme, which featured numerous entertainers, Western-themed games for children, stock cars, fire trucks and Stagecoach Rick, who brought an interactive stagecoach. Walkers also met Sleeping Beauty, Little Red Riding Hood, and other Disney characters. After the Walk, in the afternoon, the neighboring town of Mountain View its Pioneer Days event, where one of the West Plains Walk teams (West Plains Bank) had their own autism walk/parade as part of the larger event.
Returning Walk Chair Shanna Head provided a wonderful introduction of the committee members and details regarding other community events supporting Autism Speaks. The Missouri State University West Plains cheerleaders performed three times and rallied the crowd before the Walk.
Visit the West Plains Walk page or go to the Walk Now for Autism site to find a walk in your area.
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