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American Cancer Society  Relay For Life West Bend - 2008
 A Community Fundraising Event to Fight Cancer
  

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WHAT: The American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life involves teams of 8-15 people who take turns walking, running or strolling around a track. A party-like atmosphere prevails among team members who camp out on the surrounding grounds for the duration of the event, enjoy music, food, fun, entertainment, and activities while building camaraderie with fellow teammates and participants. Money is raised through a $150 team commitment fee and an individual goal of $100 in donations secured from family, friends, companies or corporations. Team registration and T-shirt orders are due by June 7th.

WHEN: Starting Friday August 3rd at 6:00 p.m. to Saturday August 4th at 10:00am

WHERE: Badger Middle School located at the intersection of Main Street & Decorah Road on the south side of West Bend

WHO: Everyone is welcome! Athletes and non-athletes alike will join teams of individuals representing corporations, clubs, organizations, neighborhoods and families at this fun, community-oriented event.

THEME: To be announced.

HISTORY: Relay For Life was the idea of Gordon Klatt, M.D. In 1985, Dr. Klatt ran and walked for 24 hours on a track in Tacoma, Washington, traveling about 81 miles and raising $27,000 for the American Cancer Society. From there, Relay For Life was born, and is now held nationwide. To view a copy of Gordon Klatt's vision click here

HISTORY OF RELAY FOR LIFE IN WEST BEND

  1. $24,000      26 Teams
  2. $73,000      40 Teams
  3. $81,000      45 Teams
  4. $104,000    50 Teams
  5. $137,000    59 Teams
  6. $180,000    76 Teams
  7. $234,000    87 Teams
  8. $260,000     93 Teams
  9. $255,000   100 Teams
  10. $260,000   100 Teams
  11. $200,000    58 Teams
  12. $198,000    45 Teams
  13. $274,000    56 Teams

The relays in West Bend for the last1 years has included over 8,000 participants and raised approximately over $2,280,000 towards cancer research, education, advocacy, & service programs!

GOAL FOR 2008: To be set soon!

WHY: The money raised helps support American Cancer Society activities in the fight against cancer research, education, advocacy and service — locally, statewide and nationally.

BENEFITS: Great community exposure. Opportunity to be a community leader. Terrific group outing. Raise money for a good cause. FUN!

HIGHLIGHTS SURVIVORS LAP: Cancer survivors from around the community are invited to take a victory lap and be cheered on by fellow participants. This is a true celebration of their courageous battle.

LUMINARIA CEREMONY: A candlelight ceremony that pays tribute to those who have been affected by cancer. Luminaria are purchased in honor of those who have survived their battle with cancer, for those still fighting, and in memory of those who have courageously battled this disease, but lost. Luminaria are kept burning throughout the night to represent the healing power of community and the importance of funding to find a cure.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Call Event Co-Chairs:   Larry Koziol at (262)338-1996 or Chris Weston at 262-338-8052

Hope. Progress. Answers.
1-800-ACS-2345

www.cancer.org