“2012 Best Rock Artist” nominee Kristen Faulconer plans to run in 5K Walk/Run to benefit as part of Abuse Prevention Awareness Month

Reverbnation’s  2012 Indie Music Channel Awards 
“Best Rock Artist” and “Best Pop Song”  Nominee
 Kristen Faulconer plans to participate in the
10th Annual Victory of Victims Run/Walk Sunday, 
April 15th, at Lake Balboa Park (6330 Woodley 
Avenue Lake Balboa, CA 91406) Los Angeles, CA. 

“I am an abuse survivor and my music is about 
empowering and uplifting people,” said Faulconer.  
“I wrote many of my songs about the abuse I 
endured and my struggles with being adopted.

The 5K Walk/Run and 10K River Run event benefits The Center for 
Assault Treatment Services (CATS) at Northridge Hospital Medical 
Center is the only 24/7 program for victims of sexual assault and 
abuse in the San 
Fernando and Santa Clarita Valleys. Faulconer has started a 
movement and anti-abuse group on Facebook, too. It’s called, 
“Revolution Against Abuse”
(http://on.fb.me/IQcUI9) 

“My music is really an expression of the abusive experiences I have
had over the years,” said Faulconer. I support any benefit programs 
that aim to prevent child abuse and neglect before it starts.”
 
Faulconer has been nominated for Reverbnation's 2012 Indie 
Music Channel Awards for "Best Rock Artist" and "Best Pop Song."
 The song Nominated is (“Fun” 
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sVmjjZNDvDM). 

The event is set for Sunday, April 29th at the
House of Blues, Hollywood.


Kristen Faulconer also has a new band. They are: Cy Passley on 
lead guitar, Mike Talanca on bass, and Blake Padveen on drums. 
Faulconer is working on a new album release this fall entitled, 
“Phoenix”, and some of the songs are posted on iTunes. 
Faulconer has already been nominated for another awards 
show in November. Sponsors for Faulconer’s charity event 
include:   Joel Mosely/Personal Trainer, The Sound Bakery 
Production, and David Dance Italy.
 
The winners are selected by a panel of judges and fans can
 not vote, it is based solely on the quality of the music and the 
performance of the artist.  
 
“We are looking forward to giving back to the community and 
having a great race day,” said Falconer.  For more about 
Kristen Faulconer, visit: www.KristenFaulconer.net. On 
https://www.facebook.com/kristen.faulconer and On 
Twitter.com/kfaulconer.  

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REGISTER FOR VICTORY FOR VICTIMS WALK/RUN! SUNDAY, APRIL 15, 2012 LAKE BALBOA PARK, ENCINO 10TH ANNIVERSARY FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS RACE TO SAVE VICTIMS OF ABUSE and RAISE FUNDS for Northridge Hospital’s Center for Assault Treatment Services (CATS), 24/7 immediate response program serving victims of sexual abuse and assault. Please join us in helping to “Break the Silence and Stop the Abuse” by participating in the walk/run! Make your miles mean something more… get your family, friends and colleagues to sponsor you for a great cause! Receive a great prize for raising $100, $200, $400 or $750.
Date:	Sunday, April 15, 2012
Time:	5K starts at 8:00 am 10K starts at 8:30 am Kids Fun Run starts at 10:00 am
Location:	Lake Balboa Park 6330 Woodley Avenue Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Directions & Parking:	Driving: 405 Freeway to Victory Blvd. West on Victory Blvd. to Woodley Ave. Left on Woodley Ave., going south. WATCH FOR RACE PARKING SIGNS Walk/jog to the Expo Area on east side of Woodley Public Transit Los Angeles Metro Orange Line (Busway) Woodley Station
Fees:	5K/10K $35 until 4/1/12; $40 after 4/1/12 Kids Fun Run $10 until 4/1/12; $15 after 4/1/12
Registration:	1. Register online at www.active.com Online Registration closes: April 11, 2012 11:59 PM Pacific Time 2. Register by mail postmarked by April 6th Victory for Victims Walk/Run 14529 Gault Street, Van Nuys, CA 91405 Make checks payable to Northridge Hospital Foundation/CATS 3. Register at packet pick-up on Saturday 4/14, noon - 4pm 4. Register on event morning Register on event morning 4/15 beginning at 6:30am ($40 registration fee)
FORM A RACE DAY TEAM:Team Captains must register online first by selecting the Team Captain category and entering team name. Team Members can then register by selecting the Team Member category and selecting the appropriate team name from the drop down box on the form. Online Fundraising to support CATS When you register online, a fundraising page will automatically be created for you. You will be able to customize your page (add a picture, set a goal, etc). Team Fund-raising pages will be created when the Team Captain registers. Email the link to your fundraising page to your friends & family and raise pledges online! Money will automatically be sent to the organization, and your donors will receive a confirmation with their tax id information.
Course:	The 5K starts on Woodley Avenue and travels past the Woodley Lakes Golf Course and into Lake Balboa Park, then goes around Lake Balboa and returns to finish in beautiful Woodley Park to the sound of live music and cheering crowds! The 10K starts on Woodley Avenue with runners going past the Basin Wildlife area, along the LA River Tributary and past Woodley Lakes Golf Course and around Lake Balboa Park to finish in beautiful Woodley Park to the sound of live music and cheering crowds! Both races are fast and flat!
OFFICIAL COOL-DOWN RACE of the HONDA LA MARATHON
Timing:	Accurate race results using chip timing services provided byPrime Time timing & finish line management company
Packet Pick-up: (Bib, T-shirt and timing chip)	1. Saturday, 4/14 from 12 noon- 4pm Enter the paved parking lot in Woodley Park on the east side of Woodley Ave south of Victory Blvd. There will be signs and a white tent set up in the parking lot with volunteers to assist you with registration and picking up your bib, T-shirt and timing chip. You can also register for the event at this time and pick up your packet. 2. Sunday 4/15 beginning at 6:30am On race morning, you can pick up your packet starting at 6:30am at the event site.
Meet the celebrities:	Meet Olympic legend, Rafer Johnson, presenting the wining medals at the Awards Ceremony and taking photographs with winners and event participants. Join Master of Ceremonies, Shawn Parr, Go Country 105FM, and see Commander Chuck Street land the KIIS FM helicopter! Also, the LA Laker Girls are invited back once gain this year to lead the aerobic warm-up exercises!
Fabulous Expo and Finish Line Festivities:	Everyone is encouraged to stay and enjoy the exciting Business, Health and Fitness Expo, complimentary food and drinks (Los Toros Mexican Restaurant, Panera Bread, Jamba Juice, Albertsons Market and Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream), the Cool-Down Lounge (Free massage from Naya Fresh Body Spa and Everest College Massage Therapy), and the Kids Fun Zone (karate demonstrations and balloon sculptures.)
Proceeds benefit:	The Center for Assault Treatment Services (CATS) at Northridge Hospital Medical Center is the only 24/7 program for victims of sexual assault and abuse in the San Fernando and Santa Clarita Valleys. CATS provides medical evidentiary exams, forensic interviews, case management and referrals to victims of all ages. Since 1997, CATS has provided critically needed services to nearly 10,000 victims of sexual abuse and sexual assault to help them begin the process of healing and recovery!