The American Diabetes Association® (ADA) is thrilled to present the 23rd annual Kiss a Pig Gala in Northwest Arkansas on October 4 at the Rogers Convention Center beginning at 5:00 p.m. This black-tie event honors the role pigs played in diabetes treatment. All proceeds from the gala support the ADA’s mission to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.
Each year, industry leaders unite to celebrate the candidates who have been raising funds throughout the year for diabetes research. This year, eight candidates are running a peer-to-peer fundraising campaign and the top fundraisers for each category earn the privilege of kissing a pig at the event.
Approximately 345,600 adults in Arkansas have diagnosed diabetes. Every year, an estimated 21,000 adults in Arkansas are diagnosed with diabetes.
“In Arkansas alone, about 13% of the adult population is living with diagnosed diabetes. While we’ve seen tremendous progress in diabetes care and research over the decades, the fight to end this disease, which impacts so many of our loved ones, continues today," said Pam Gaik, chair of the ADA’s community leadership board and executive vice president of the Walmart and Sam’s Club Team at Market Performance Group. "I am so excited to welcome our candidates and community members to join us in not only celebrating and supporting the ADA’s mission, but also the important role of animals, including pigs, in the diabetes community, which made treatment possible for people living with type 1 diabetes.
The gala includes a live and silent auction. This year’s event is made possible by presenting sponsors, Walmart and Abbott Nutrition.
Get tickets today at /KaPNWA or make a donation to support your favorite candidate to win the honor of kissing the pig.
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About the American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is the nation’s leading voluntary health organization fighting to end diabetes and helping people thrive. This year, the ADA celebrates 85 years of driving discovery and research to prevent, manage, treat, and ultimately cure—and we’re not stopping. There are 136 million Americans living with diabetes or prediabetes. Through advocacy, program development, and education, we’re fighting for them all. To learn more or to get involved, visit us at or call 1-800-DIABETES (800-342-2383). Join us in the fight on Facebook (American Diabetes Association), Spanish Facebook (Asociación Americana de la Diabetes), LinkedIn (American Diabetes Association), and Instagram (@AmDiabetesAssn). To learn more about how we are advocating for everyone affected by diabetes, visit us on X (@AmDiabetesAssn).
About Kiss a Pig Northwest Arkansas
Celebrating 85 years, the American Diabetes Association® is hosting the annual Kiss a Pig Gala that honors the significant role pigs played in the development of insulin and diabetes treatment. This black-tie event gathers industry leaders and community supporters to celebrate the fundraising efforts of nominated candidates. Each candidate runs a peer-to-peer fundraising campaign throughout the year, competing against others in small and large business categories. The top fundraiser in each category earns the unique and memorable honor of kissing the pig, symbolizing the animal’s heroic contribution to diabetes research. Proceeds from the event help fund critical diabetes research, advocacy, and education, all aimed at improving the lives of people with diabetes. Learn more at /KapNWA.
