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The Parkinson Association of Minnesota was established in 1995 and became a chapter affiliate of The National Parkinson Foundation in January 1996. The Parkinson Association of Minnesota, a nonprofit, voluntary alliance, is dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by Parkinson's Disease, through fund-raising, community building, advocacy and increasing public awareness. Membership is open to anyone wishing to promote Parkinson's disease awareness. The annual fund raising events sponsored by PAM is the "Twin Cities Walk for Parkinson's Disease" and the Golf Tournament. Funds are also raised through memberships, memorials, and bequests. PAM is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, including honorary co-chairs, Bert and Gayle Blyleven. Volunteers also comprise all of PAM's committees. All local funds are used for research, education, and support activities for the Parkinson community in the state. The mailing address for PAM is: |