Davenport, Iowa - The Quad Cities will come together for the 2016 CASI St. Patrick’s Day Race on Saturday, March 12, 2016 to benefit the Center for Active Seniors, or CASI, as it is known to so many. In its 34th year, CASI’s St. Patrick’s Day Race, Presented by Russell Construction, is THE major fundraiser for the Center for Active Seniors.
“Led by a friendly Leprechaun, 3100 runners and walkers race through downtown Davenport to help raise funds to support CASI’s mission of providing services to senior citizens in the Quad Cities,” said Laura Kopp, President/CEO of CASI. “More than $65,000 was raised in 2015, and with the luck of the Irish on our side, 2016 will be even bigger.”
Programs available through CASI include Senior Advocacy services to more than 5,000 families annually in addition to daily activities, community forums, fitness and health initiatives, educational sessions and much more. All proceeds raised benefit CASI programs.
Don’t want to run? Our “Ghost” race registration allows everyone to help support seniors. As a ghost, you don’t actually participate in the race. Instead, your $30 registration is a donation which includes a t-shirt available during packet pickup and the peace of mind knowing you, too, are helping Quad City seniors.
Packet Pick-up is at the Figge Art Museum in downtown Davenport on 2nd Street between Harrison & Main Friday, March 11, 2016 from Noon- 6:30 pm and Race Day, Saturday morning, March 12, 2016 from 7:00 am- 10:00 am.
So become a ghost, see the leprechaun and help support seniors in the Quad Cities by joining the fun on March 12th at CASI’s 34th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Race. Learn more at www.CASIseniors.org and click on the Get Me Registered Icon. https://secure.getmeregistered.com/get_information.php?event_id=121496
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The Center For Active Seniors, Inc. (CASI) was established in 1973 and serves the needs of older adults by providing a variety of events and activities focused on health and wellness, social engagement, lifelong learning, and community involvement. CASI also provides a senior advocacy program to assist older adults, their families, and caregivers in needs assessment and referral for services. Jane’s Place at CASI is the only adult day services center in Eastern Iowa serving adults with Alzheimer’s and dementia. For more information about the programs and services offered through CASI, visit www.CASISeniors.org or call 563.386.7477.
