I'm proud to serve on the Aids Service Foundation Board. Decades ago, I lost several loved ones to this disease. I was alarmed to learn people are still dying. Here's a few facts:

1. 27% of new infections are among women; 73% are among men
2. 80% of new infections in women are heterosexually transmitted
3. More than 1 million people are living with HIV in the United States and 25% of them don't know they are infected.

This year is the 35th annual AIDS Walk and it will take place on Sat. May 3rd in Theis Park. Please help me support AIDS WALK Kansas City by making a contribution to my fundraiser and sharing this page with your family and friends. Every dollar I raise will advance AIDS WALK Kansas City's great cause! Additionally, you can ask me how you can get involved too.

Together, we can make a difference!