On September 25, 2010, a one mile jog dubbed “Run With Me” is due for

takeoff! Currently, Luke Hughes of Serve LA is leading a running club

that meets three times a week. It has garnered the growing interest of the

diverse local downtown area. People who are routinely dismissed,

negatively stereotyped and ignored, run side by side with the mainstream of

society. “Run With Me” joins a list of other community

participatory initiatives that United Steps has undertaken in the recent

past—Skate With Me, Pedal With Me and Poetry With Me. Apart from

obvious health and fitness benefits, participants have the unique opportunity

to network productively within and beyond their community.

More importantly, they also chart and implement personal development

plans to rise above their circumstances while having fun. Thanks to

Brett Byrd of Give Your Sole, those without shoes also have the opportunity

to get involved. On any given Monday, Wednesday or Friday, lace

up and meet at the corner of 5th Street and San Pedro Street in downtown

Los Angeles at 11:00 am. Get fit. Have fun. Be productive.

WHAT: The Gateway, a Portal for Growth and Wellness is teaming with
United Steps to provide a unique opportunity for homeless and
underprivileged persons to receive complimentary therapies, treatments,
and pampering.

WHY: To provide personal growth and development through the increase of
awareness, balance, and consciousness.

WHEN: Sunday, August 29, 2010, 11am to 4pm.

WHERE: 2511 S. Barrington Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90064.

SERVICES: Acupuncture, Massage, Laughter Yoga, Tai Chi, Energy Balance,
Hypnotherapy, Medical Intuition, Hair Styling, Pain Management, Nutrition,
Allergy Treatment.

DONORS: Tony Camacho, Sarah Larsen, Chantaal Lebay, Kari Cook,

Eddie Gordon, Regina Hardman, Ed Spina, Danielle Duvalle, Jin Quan,

Ezzy Ezra, James Stevens, Thea Parsons, Kathleen Dayvolt.

ABOUT UNITED STEPS: United Steps is a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation
that is exclusively funded by private donations.  The organization is
dedicated to giving time, encouragement, respect, and opportunities to
homeless persons whom are often ignored and dismissed throughout Los
Angeles County.  United Steps has taken the initiative in this very
important cause.

MEDIA CONTACT: For questions, please contact Pat Lang,
pat@unitedsteps.org or 760-840-1216 or the main office at 213-624-7837.

United Steps LA Starlings Volleyball Team with United Steps at Clippers Game

United Steps would like to thank the overwhelming support for our March 17 event at Staples Center. We took over 200 underprivileged kids and adults throughout the L.A. area to enjoy a great basketball game. The Clippers defeated the red-hot Bucks 101-93 in front of over 15,000 fans.