Twin Cities 5th Annual High Heel Dash - Wednesday, August 13th at Target Plaza

TWIN CITIES 5th Annual HIGH HEEL DASH  

Wednesday, August 13th at Target Plaza

Benefitting Aegis Foundation and Project Healthy Smile  

                       Minneapolis, MN (2014) —Support Aegis Foundation and Project Healthy Smile by participating in the 5th annual High Heel Dash on Wednesday, August 13 at Target Plaza in downtown Minneapolis.  Men and women of all ages are encouraged to compete in this exciting event. Contestants will compete against each other in a 25-yard dash wearing a pair of high heels (heels must be a minimum of three inches). This event supports two organizations—Aegis Foundation, a resource for youth that provides support through scholarships and Project Healthy Smile, a non-profit organization that creates sustainable oral health programs for underprivileged children worldwide.    

Party Unit’s DJ BOB and check-in begins at 4:00 p.m. The first heat begins at 6:00 p.m. To register for the High Heel Dash please visit www.AegisFoundationInc.org. There is no registration fee but contestants are required to raise a minimum of $250 to compete.  Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place dashers for both men and women. There will also be prizes awarded to the highest fundraiser and Best Team Spirit.

About Aegis Foundation

The Aegis Foundation is committed to helping the vulnerable, needy, underserved, and imperiled youth plan, prepare and focus on education. They are a resource for youth to inspire dreams, create leaders and provide scholarships for continuing education. Aegis Foundation believes they can reclaim the shaping of today’s seemingly forgotten youth by giving them back their livelihoods and getting them off the streets. They work in conjunction with many youth-focused organizations to support and motivate these children to give them back what’s left of their childhood and prepare them for a healthy, responsible, and productive life.

About Project Healthy Smile

Project Healthy Smile works with children’s organizations globally. Children are educated on oral health. Education includes the importance of dental health, diet and proper home care techniques. Educational models, visuals and activities are used to keep children engaged in learning. Caregivers are educated and given the tools to aid in the continuation of program sustainability. Dental supplies such as toothbrushes, toothpaste and floss are provided for children to stay compliant with oral health. Children also receive professional fluoride treatments. PHS continues to work with organizations and replenish dental supplies as needed.

Fact Sheet:

The High Heel Dash will consist of contestants (men & women in separate heats) running a 25-yard dash in heels, 3 inches or taller. The High Heel Dash will take place on Wednesday, August 13, 2014 at Target Plaza, on Nicollet Mall. 

On-site registration will begin at 4:00 p.m. and the races begin at 6:00 p.m.  For on-line or phone registration please go to www.AegisFoundationInc.org There is no registration free. Participants must raise $250 to compete.  

4:00 p.m.               DJ Bob, Registration begins

6:00 p.m.               First race begins

7:00 p.m.               Awards ceremony and closing