Teams can register now for American Cancer Society’s relay for life
The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Sheboygan County is just around the corner. Teams can register today by calling the American Cancer Society’s Janette Higley at 528-8868. This “celebration of life” brings the people of Sheboygan together in a unified effort to fight cancer.
Former and current cancer patients, their families, businesses, civic organizations, and the public are invited to take part in this exciting team event. Relay For Life takes place from 5 p.m. on July 16 until 9:30 a.m. on July 17 at the Sheboygan Falls High School Track located at 220 Amherst Ave., Sheboygan Falls.
Relay For Life, the society’s signature event, is a life-changing experience that helps us celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost and to fight back against a disease that takes too much. This unforgettable event raises awareness and funds to save lives, helps those touched by cancer, and empowers people to fight back against this disease.
With the money raised at Relay, the American Cancer Society is working toward an important goal – a future without cancer.
At this family-oriented event, participants enjoy the camaraderie of a team and also raise funds to support the activities of the American Cancer Society. Participants camp out at the Relay site, and when they are not taking their turn walking, they take part in fun activities and enjoy local entertainment.
Teams from companies, churches, organizations, hospitals, and schools collect donations and can win individual and team awards for their efforts.
“Relay For Life brings the progress against cancer to the forefront,” said Kathy Halloran, event co-chair. “Many participants are our family, friends, and neighbors who have dealt with cancer themselves. Their involvement is proof of the progress that has been not only reducing death rates, but also in the quality of life following cancer treatment.
“The funds raised enable us to continue our investment in the fight against cancer through research, education, advocacy, and patient services,” said Katrina Steinke, event co-chair. “Thanks to the generosity of local sponsors, the money raised by participants goes directly to the American Cancer Society’s lifesaving programs.”
For more information on the 2010 Relay For Life of Sheboygan County visit their Web site at www.relayforlife.org/sheboyganwi.
The American Cancer Society is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by saving lives, diminishing suffering and preventing cancer through research, education, advocacy and service. Founded in 1913 and with national headquarters in Atlanta, the Society has 13 regional divisions and local offices in 3,400 communities, involving millions of volunteers across the United States. For more information anytime, call toll free (800) ACS-2345 or visit www.cancer.org.
