Lindy Hop for Life!
Hello, friends!
I'm taking a quick break from sending individual emails to the friends in my address book to post a note, in hopes that some of you out there will be able to help me out...
It's only two weeks until the dance-a-thon, and I am WAAAAAAAY behind on donations!
Dance-a-thon, you say? Donations, you ask? Since your curious, I'll fill you in...
It’s that time of year again… Time for me to go begging money from my friends. In all seriousness, March 14 - March 15, I shall dance in an annual event called “Lindy Hop for Life.” This will be my second year of participation, and it’s as worthy a cause this year as it was last.
Lindy Hop for Life is a 24-hour dance marathon to raise money for cancer research. All profits from the event go directly to cancer research and treatment at The City of Hope Hospital (http://www.cityofhope.org). Last year my team raised almost $25,000. This year, predominantly due to the poor economy, we’ve got a long way to go to meet that same amount.
I know that times are tough (believe me, I know), but any small amount you can donate will help. Here is a link to my donation page:
http://www.danceathon.org/index.php?loadbody=mip&mid=203
This year I’m dedication my 24 hours of dance to three wonderful people:
I dedicate my dance to my maternal grandmother, Louella Voss Ekstrand. From this amazing woman I got my crooked smile, my inclination toward teaching, and my fashion sense. I miss you, Grandma.
I dedicate my dance to my dear friend Gina Milligan. Gina has been battling cancer for a while now. Gina is as beautiful of soul as she is of face and of voice. I’ve been trying to get in touch with her for over a month now, to no avail, and I fear the worst. Thinking of you, Gina darling… You are often in my thoughts.
I dedicate my dance to the vivacious Susan Connors. Susan’s humor and good spirits in the face of adversity are truly an inspiration. You rock, Susan! You’re my hero!
It'd be truly wonderful if you could help me towards reaching my goal. It'd be even better if you could help me (and the City of Hope) out by passing this on to others who may wish to help contribute!
Thank you!
Ruth E Daughters
The danceathon.org blurb:
Your donation is 100% tax deductible. All of the bands, teachers, DJs, performers, participants, board members, and venue are volunteers. Amazing!
About the event:
The 24 Hour Cancer Dance-A-Thon is an annual swing dance event that raises funds for cancer research and treatment at The City of Hope. Its inaugural event in November 2005 succeeded in raising over $52,000 - an amazing figure for a first year fund-raiser. Last year swing dancers raised over $100,000 to fight cancer! Participants in the Dance-a-thon form teams of 15 to 29 people. Throughout the 24 hour period of the event, each team is responsible for keeping at least one of its members on the floor and dancing at all times. Participants like me are responsible for raising funds for the event. The event features a variety of live swing bands, free dance lessons from world class swing dance instructors, performances, and social swing dancing!
Help out as much as you can, but a donation of at least $50 gets you entrance into the event as a spectator. Come enjoy the live bands and dance performances, participate in the dance lessons, and help save lives!
Interested in being more than a donor or spectator? Go to www.danceathon.org and register as a participant!
www.danceathon.org
...and what the heck is this "City of Hope?"
City of Hope is based in Southern California but has had significant worldwide effects on research and treatment for more than 50 years. A few accomplishments are:
City of Hope speeds the path from laboratory discoveries to treatment. This has led to breakthrough cancer drugs such as Herceptin, Rituxan, Avastin and Erbitux, which are saving lives worldwide. Millions of people with diabetes worldwide benefit from synthetic insulin, which was developed through research conducted by City of Hope. Recognized by patients and peers as a critically important national research center, City of Hope is where some of the most significant advancements in treatments for cancer, HIV/AIDS and diabetes has been, and will be made.
I'm taking a quick break from sending individual emails to the friends in my address book to post a note, in hopes that some of you out there will be able to help me out...
It's only two weeks until the dance-a-thon, and I am WAAAAAAAY behind on donations!
Dance-a-thon, you say? Donations, you ask? Since your curious, I'll fill you in...
It’s that time of year again… Time for me to go begging money from my friends. In all seriousness, March 14 - March 15, I shall dance in an annual event called “Lindy Hop for Life.” This will be my second year of participation, and it’s as worthy a cause this year as it was last.
Lindy Hop for Life is a 24-hour dance marathon to raise money for cancer research. All profits from the event go directly to cancer research and treatment at The City of Hope Hospital (http://www.cityofhope.org). Last year my team raised almost $25,000. This year, predominantly due to the poor economy, we’ve got a long way to go to meet that same amount.
I know that times are tough (believe me, I know), but any small amount you can donate will help. Here is a link to my donation page:
http://www.danceathon.org/index.php?loadbody=mip&mid=203
This year I’m dedication my 24 hours of dance to three wonderful people:
I dedicate my dance to my maternal grandmother, Louella Voss Ekstrand. From this amazing woman I got my crooked smile, my inclination toward teaching, and my fashion sense. I miss you, Grandma.
I dedicate my dance to my dear friend Gina Milligan. Gina has been battling cancer for a while now. Gina is as beautiful of soul as she is of face and of voice. I’ve been trying to get in touch with her for over a month now, to no avail, and I fear the worst. Thinking of you, Gina darling… You are often in my thoughts.
I dedicate my dance to the vivacious Susan Connors. Susan’s humor and good spirits in the face of adversity are truly an inspiration. You rock, Susan! You’re my hero!
It'd be truly wonderful if you could help me towards reaching my goal. It'd be even better if you could help me (and the City of Hope) out by passing this on to others who may wish to help contribute!
Thank you!
Ruth E Daughters
The danceathon.org blurb:
Your donation is 100% tax deductible. All of the bands, teachers, DJs, performers, participants, board members, and venue are volunteers. Amazing!
About the event:
The 24 Hour Cancer Dance-A-Thon is an annual swing dance event that raises funds for cancer research and treatment at The City of Hope. Its inaugural event in November 2005 succeeded in raising over $52,000 - an amazing figure for a first year fund-raiser. Last year swing dancers raised over $100,000 to fight cancer! Participants in the Dance-a-thon form teams of 15 to 29 people. Throughout the 24 hour period of the event, each team is responsible for keeping at least one of its members on the floor and dancing at all times. Participants like me are responsible for raising funds for the event. The event features a variety of live swing bands, free dance lessons from world class swing dance instructors, performances, and social swing dancing!
Help out as much as you can, but a donation of at least $50 gets you entrance into the event as a spectator. Come enjoy the live bands and dance performances, participate in the dance lessons, and help save lives!
Interested in being more than a donor or spectator? Go to www.danceathon.org and register as a participant!
www.danceathon.org
...and what the heck is this "City of Hope?"
City of Hope is based in Southern California but has had significant worldwide effects on research and treatment for more than 50 years. A few accomplishments are:
City of Hope speeds the path from laboratory discoveries to treatment. This has led to breakthrough cancer drugs such as Herceptin, Rituxan, Avastin and Erbitux, which are saving lives worldwide. Millions of people with diabetes worldwide benefit from synthetic insulin, which was developed through research conducted by City of Hope. Recognized by patients and peers as a critically important national research center, City of Hope is where some of the most significant advancements in treatments for cancer, HIV/AIDS and diabetes has been, and will be made.