News Realease – Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Bucyrus will be sponsoring the 2017 Allie’s Rett Walk and 5K Run at Aumiller Park, Sunday September 10th. Registration begins at noon and the 5K Run begins at 1:00 p.m. and walk immediately after. Runners: Pre-register by August 25 for $20 or day of the race for $30. Runners must pre-register to be guaranteed a t-shirt. T- Shirts are $10. Walkers are free with a donation to the rettsyndrome.org
Awards will be given for the top two overall male and female finishers and the first two in each age group. Must be present or have representative present to receive award. No awards will be mailed.
Age groups are; 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 and over.
Those wishing to participate or donate to Allie’s Walk and 5K Run may do so by contacting Traci Coffman at allliesrettwalk@gmail.com
Money from the entry fees and other donations will be turned in at the regional fundraiser in Cincinnati for Rett Syndrome research.
Allie Coffman is the 15 year old daughter, of Dave and Traci Coffman. Dave works at People’s Savings and Loan in Bucyrus, Traci is a 4th grade teacher at Wynford, and their 17 year old daughter Jenna attends Wynford.
Allie’s Walk was created nine years ago as a way to raise money and awareness for Rett’s Syndrome research, by the Mt Zion United Methodist Church, where the Coffman Family are members.
Rett Syndrome (RTT) is a debilitating neurological disorder diagnosed almost exclusively in females. Rett Syndrome has been thought to affect 1 in 10,000 females. It is now believed, however, that the prevalence rate of Rett Syndrome may be much higher. Although rare, it is possible for boys to also have the disorder.
Children with Rett Syndrome appear to develop normally until 6 to 18 months of age. A regression robs children of speech and hand skills. Motor-control problems, repetitive hand movements, irregular breathing, seizures, scoliosis and teeth grinding are all common symptoms. Mutations in the MECP2 gene cause Rett Syndrome .
Rett Syndrome leaves it victims profoundly disabled and completely dependent on others for basic needs. Rett Syndrome knows no boundaries. It strikes all racial, ethnic, and religious groups equally. Recent strides in research have proven promising in reversing many of the symptoms of Rett Syndrome. Research has led to advancements in many other disorders as well.
Before ALLIE’S Walk and 5K Run, the congregation of the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church invite you to join them for , Worship and Picnic at the Friendship Pavilion at Aumiller Park. Worship begins at 10:30 a.m. with the Picnic to follow. Please bring a lawn chairs. Hot dogs, drink and table service will be furnished. Bring a dish to share.