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The SEDOL Foundation raised over $31,000 at their inaugural 5K/10K Run & Family Walk held on September 17, at Independence Grove Forest Preserve.  The “Making Strides for Special Kids” event attracted more than 300 runners, walkers, wheelchair users, friends and families for a trip around the lake.

A unique feature of the race was the pairing “capable” runners from Fitness Pursuit Personal Training with “handicapable” participants around the lake.  This was the first time many individuals had participated in a timed “race”.

“We were gratified by the turnout and support for our kids.”  said Ann Subry, Executive Director of the Foundation.  “Next year’s race will be on September 15, 2012 and we’re hoping even more teams will join us for the fun.”

The SEDOL Foundation generates and distributes resources that enrich the educational, vocational, and social opportunities for over 2,600 physically and mentally disabled children and their families from 35 school districts in Lake County, IL.

For more information contact Ann Subry at (847) 548-7032 or by email at asubry@sedol.us.

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