On June 20, the American Diabetes Association® (ADA) will host its signature fundraising event to raise awareness, connect communities, and strengthen critical support for individuals and families impacted by diabetes. Step Out® Walk: Greater New York will bring together the diabetes community, volunteers, and advocates for a meaningful walk welcoming people of all ages and abilities.
Time and date: Saturday, June 20 at 8:30 a.m.
Location: Adelphi University, 1 South Ave., Garden City, NY 11530
Register, start or join a team, and fundraise: stepout./StepOutNewYork
Step Out Walk benefits diabetes research, education, management, and prevention, supporting the ADA’s mission to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.
“Step Out brings together families, friends, healthcare professionals, community leaders, and people living with diabetes for a morning of connection, hope, and action,” said Megan Lucas, the ADA’s executive director in Greater New York. “Every step taken and every dollar raised helps advance critical research, expand access to education and support, and move us closer to a future free from diabetes. We are excited to welcome the Greater New York community to Garden City as we walk together for a cause that impacts millions of lives.”
This year’s event will include:
- A kids’ zone with fun activities
- An exhibitor village
- Diabetes resources and expert advice on management and prevention
Diabetes isn't just a disease—it's an epidemic—with over 40 million Americans living with diabetes and its devastating consequences. Approximately 1,677,000 adults in New York, or 9.3% of the adult population, have diagnosed diabetes. Every year, an estimated 122,000 adults in New York are diagnosed with diabetes.
Events like Step Out play a vital role in increasing awareness, connecting communities, contributing to diabetes prevention and management, and supporting the ADA’s vision of a life free of diabetes and all its burdens.
This year’s Step Out Walk is sponsored by NovoNordisk.
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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 diabetes—and we’re not stopping. There are over 155 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).
