Over 6,000 participated today in the Chicago Partnership Walk, raising over $250,000. The 3-kilometer Walk at Millennium Park brought together families, friends, students and leaders in government, business, media and the arts for a day of learning activities, fundraising and culturally diverse performances. Twenty-four teams from corporations, universities, schools and community organizations took a step to demonstrate their support for ending global poverty.
Addressing the crowds at the opening ceremony, Illinois Governor Rod R. Blagojevich remarked, “You are actually doing more than just talking about addressing poverty, you are actually doing something about alleviating poverty…and I’m looking forward to joining you in not just doing the talk about poverty, but both literally and figuratively doing the Walk.” The governor toured interactive exhibits on site that showcased the Aga Khan Foundation’s innovative solutions for reducing poverty in Africa and Asia.
Following the Walk, Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White, a long-time supporter of Partnership Walk, stated, “if there are individuals out there who need some assistance, it is through the support of Aga Khan Foundation and this Partnership Walk that we speak to fellow men and women to realize their dreams and improve their quality of life.” Other distinguished guests included Illinois State Representative Elaine Nekritz, Cook County Commissioner Tony Peraica, Mayor of Skokie George Van Dusen, President of the Village of Morton Grove Richard Krier, among others.
A program of entertainment celebrating the diversity of world cultures was hosted by media celebrities Karen M. Jordan, anchor/reporter, ABC 7 Chicago; Micah Materre, anchor/reporter, WGN News at Noon; and Rehan Aslam, FOX News Chicago producer.
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Ismailimail 
mashallah, congrats, just keep it up. good luck.
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