Everyday that I wake up is a great new day!  I am a survivor of inflammatory breast cancer, a cancer that is rare and aggressive.  I am blessed in many ways. 

First because I have a friend who cared enough about me to get me to a breast specialist and an oncologist immediately. I don't know if she fully understands that she saved my life but I know it and will love her forever!

Second because I benefited from all the research done by the American Cancer Assoc. and the donations and support of all of you.  Without the proper protocol, including the drugs and agents I and many others would not be here.  The old saying is, the longer you live the greater the chance that a new drug will be developed- this wouldn't happen without YOU! 

Third, I have so many people, family, friends and acquaintances, who prayed for me, and literally took care of my families every need while I was going through treatment. 

By walking and supporting Relay For Life I feel in some small way that I am giving hope and life to others who are/will be in my shoes!  Thanks for your support!

I have just recently signed up to start a team for our even being held in July2008.  Can anyone give me some great advice to a beginer?  I am not sure what to expect between now and July.  I currently have recruited (verbally) about 10 people to join me in my new adventure and I am very excited. 

 One of the main reasons I have decided to head down this path, is that I have lost 3 grandparents to cancer and a close co-worker.  I was recently involved with both my kids sporting activities and now that they are in high school and seemingly getting more independant, I felt that I needed to get involved with something that will change my life in a positive way.  I really feel that RFL will do just that.

 I am looking forwared to this event, but I am not sure what my next step is.  Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

Thanks.

YOlanda  - Cordelia, CA

  Hi all,

          I am Djing our local relay for life , this will be my second  year doing so and this year  I actually know what to expect.  :)....Anyways I am  looking for songs I can play , for example,  songs that are  catered ESPECIALLY for  relay for life, could be songs people wrote for it, songs  people changed the words , etc.  Please  send me a link where I can either purchase or download these kind of songs.   Upon my  search I have found a truly  touching webpage I would like to share with everybody.  www.myspace.com/dawnsongs    ....  Also  any suggestions on  themes for laps that would keep it  exciting for  everybody would  be   a plus as well.  Thank you  for your time  and responses in advanced. God  bless and lets  beat this disease!!!!

                                                                             Chris

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come on everyone, please give. We will walk till we can't anymore to help our friends who need it.

What is the Relay For Life National Corporate Team Program (RFL NCTP)?

The National Corporate Team Program builds relationships with national and regional companies to help promote the American Cancer Society Relay For Life. It is an excellent way for businesses to participate in the world’s largest nonprofit fundraising event while boosting employee morale and team-building skills. Companies establish corporate liaisons who work with Society relationship managers to build teams within the company’s network.

 

 

What it takes to make the National Corporate Team

 ► 50 or more teams nationwide ► Executive leadership support► Corporate volunteer leader dedicated to motivate, recruit & track teams► Communication of Relay For Life participation through internal channels 

 

The Relay Value for NCTP Companies

 ► Community presence of each corporate brand and recognition in the fight against cancer► Volunteer leadership building opportunities nationwide► Team development for all employees participating► Executive leadership validation of nationwide philanthropic and volunteer efforts of employees ► Outreach of health & wellness programs, survivor and caregiver support in all local communities 

Community Outreach Information

 Fact Sheets & promo flyers, available on relayforlife.org in the Relay Library are provided to support volunteer team recruiter efforts.▪  What is listed on Fact Sheets▪  Who to call▪ When to call – any restrictions?

A list of constituents who volunteer at the Relay For Life in Vermont

Hey Relayers....

Took the advice of my staff partner and came to this site for some good info..registered as a user and here I am.

I am entering into year 5 of Relay for Life. I am as passionate about this event as I have ever been about anything in my life. I lost my Mom to gallbladder cancer in Nov '03. I was numb for several months, and then my employer started it's first RFL team in May of '04, and the rest is history. I will Chair my event in 2009 and 2010.

I look forward to coming back often to check in and contribute as much as I can.

Peace to all....

Does anyone have any good sponsorship letters?  I have been using the same one for a couple years and wanted to switch it up!  Thanks!

Hello my friends-

For those of you in and around Omaha, NE we will be having our Relay Season Kickoff on Jan 22nd.  Can you believe we are starting a new season already?  I look forward to any new ideas you may have and lets hope and pray for a nice evening!

Love to all.

Shirls

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