On August 8th, 2008, thousands of women and men will unite in Chicago, IL and walk 60 miles in 3 days through the streets of the Windy City, with one goal in mind: to help END breast cancer. The Breast Cancer 3-Day is a weekend of hope, as we honor lives lost, celebrate survivors, promote breast cancer research and help bring breast cancer care to those who so desperately need it.
I am walking. My best friend and I are walking together. We will join women from all over the Midwest who are also commiting to this adventure and challenge.
As part of our commitment we have agreed to raise a minimum of $2,200 each, to help fight breast cancer. Net proceeds from the Breast Cancer 3-Day event benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure to fund breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment programs, as well as the National Philanthropic Trust Breast Cancer Fund, to provide an endowment for breast cancer initiatives.
Why am I walking? Breast Cancer effects thousands of women (and men) each year. When I was 17 my Grammie died from the disease. She was an amazing women who worked hard and loved life. She still had many years left to live but they were tragically cut short. I am walking in memory of her. I am walking so other women can enjoy their lives to the fullest. I am walking to find a cure.
If you would like more information about the Breast Cancer 3-Day, it can be found at http://07.the3day.org/ or by calling 800.996.3DAY.
Unfortunately, breast cancer has become an all too common occurrence among women and men throughout the world. Now is the time to take action to help end this disease. The more funds that we can raise, the sooner we can end this fight. To donate, please go to http://www.the3day.org/ webpage, click on ‘donate’ and type in my full name.
Thank you for taking the time to support me as I boldly walk 60 miles with the hope of giving all women a chance at a full, long life.
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