At Uganda's largest AIDS clinic recently, I witnessed a remarkable celebration of life. The performers were a troupe of young African singers, drummers and dancers, ranging in age from 8 to 28. Rarely have I been so profoundly moved.
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Dreamchasers Outdoor Adventures, an organization that helps athletes of all abilities conquer the world's toughest running events, was founded by Lisa Smith-Batchen in order to use extreme athleticism to raise awareness for the plight of AIDS orphans. Lisa's Death Valley 810 will support AIDS Orphans Rising. Ed Mafoud, president of Damascus Bakery, is a personal friend of Smith-Batchen's and is a race sponsor in order to show support for the AIDS Orphans cause.