Marysol Guzman |Staff Writer| Kappa Delta will hold their third annual Shamrock 5K walk/run March 9 in front of the Pfau Library to raise awareness of child abuse. Kappa Delta does this charitable run to raise money and awareness for Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA), a national prevention awareness campaign geared towards educating local communities about child abuse, and the Child Help facility, a national non-profit organization dedicated to helping victims of child abuse and neglect. Raymond Aguirre, a third time runner, said the cause was motivation itself to participate. “I work with kids and, unfortunately, I see first hand when abuse in the household takes place,” said … [Read more...] about Kappa Deltas host run for child abuse awareness
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Kappa Delta host run to benefit children
By Katherine Valadez |Staff Writer| Child abuse victims across America will benefit from over $12,000 raised right here at CSUSB, if a few Coyotes have their way. The Kappa Delta Sorority will hold a 5K run at CSUSB March 10 to raise money for the charities Prevent Child Abuse America and ChildHelp. Last year $12,000 was raised and the sorority plans to raise more money for this year. The funds will go to prevent child abuse and help victims of abuse. The Shamrock 5K Run/Walk 2012 is the last event held during "Shamrock Week," which includes a basketball tournament in the Recreational Center. Last year, approximately 300 people attended the Shamrock event. "This is our second annual … [Read more...] about Kappa Delta host run to benefit children