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Volunteer With Us

The Missouri/Kasas Chapter of the American Liver Foundation has many exciting opportunities for you to help in the fight against liver disease.

St. Louis, Mid-Mo and Kansas City Liver Walkapaloozas.
People of all ages and all walks of life team up to participate in the annual walk events. The purpose of these walk events is to raise money to fund the Missouri/Kansas Chapter of the American Liver Foundation’s research and education programs, to increase awareness of the seriousness of liver disease, and to empower citizens to fight liver disease.


This year’s walks are as follows:
• St. Louis 2007 Liver Walkapalooza is November 3, 2007 at World’s Fair Pavilion in Forest Park beginning at 9:00 a.m.
• Kansas City 2007 Liver Walkapalooza is September 29, 2007 at Theis Park, Kansas City beginning at 9:00 a.m.
• Mid-Missouri 2007 Liver Walkapalooza is TBD at Rockbridge High School in Columbia, Missouri beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Liver Updates
One of several educational programs, the “Liver Updates” are patient education seminars designed to give patients with liver disease and their family members an opportunity to obtain first hand information on the latest treatments and research breakthroughs from some of the nation’s leading liver specialists.

Fashion Show and Sale
The Missouri/Kansas Chapter team up with transplant recipients and local celebrities to present Spring into Fashion Show, Thursday, April 12, 2007 at the Legend 14 Theatre at Village West in Kansas City, KS, and the Gift of Life Fashion Show Luncheon, Friday, April 20, 2007 at the Sheraton Westport Chalet in St. Louis, MO.

Screening Initiatives
Approximately 4 million U.S. people suffer from HCV and often show no outward symptoms for as many as 30 years. The ALF, in an effort to raise awareness about the importance of early detection, is working to provide free and confidential screening and educational programs to high-risk groups.

Golf Classic
The 7th Annual Golf Classic to benefit the Missouri/Kansas Chapter of the American Liver Foundation will be held
October 1, 2007 at Whitmoor Country Club in St. Charles, MO.

Liver Awareness Month
Each October, chapters across the nation bring awareness to the public about the importance of the liver and sharing knowledge about liver disease.

An Evening with Tony Bennett to benefit the American Liver Foundation
Acclaimed Grammy Award-winning artist, Tony Bennett headlines the American Liver Foundation's annual gala. This event showcases individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the Missouri/Kansas Chapter throughout the year.

National Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Week
Various activities include education about organ donation.

Veterans and Hepatitis C Task Force
This is an ongoing initiative to educate veterans about the risk of hepatitis C. Veterans are at increased risk of having been exposed to hepatitis C.

Support Groups
American Liver Foundation promotes support groups throughout the state for individuals and their families affected by liver diseases.

Advocacy Committee
The Missouri/Kansas Chapter is working actively in conjunction with local, state and federal policymakers to advance medical research and public health education programs.

Health Fairs
The ALF is invited to several health fairs each month. Health fairs are a great way to get to know various health professionals, learn how to best take care of oneself, and have fun in the process!

Page updated: March 23rd, 2007