The American Cancer Society knows that the road to end cancer cannot be done overnight. However, the organization knows that for a single night all over the country, residents can come together to fight to end cancer, remember those who have lost their battle to the disease, and honor those who are still fighting. That is what Relay for Life is all about: a night of celebration and honor, where participants raise money in teams for the American Cancer Society and come together with others of the community.
While Relay for Life of West Boca may not be until February, teams are already in place and beginning their fundraising. This year, the theme is Destination: Cure! The Relay
will be held on February 23rd, 2012 starting at 12:00 PM at Logger’s Run Middle School.
How can you get involved?
- Step 1: Know your cause. Relay for Life and American Cancer Society information can be found here: Learn about Relay for Life
- Step 2: Create a team! Anyone can create a team and raise money for the cause. Contact West Boca Relay for Life event chair, Elissa Goldstein, at 561-859-5792 for more information and team meeting dates. Visit the West Boca Relay for Life Page
Elissa Goldstein - Step 3: Be creative and active in your fundraising. West Boca Relay for Life teams up with local restaurants and vendors to provide fundraising nights, where proceeds go to fundraising teams to be given to the American Cancer Society.
Upcoming fundraisers - Step 4: Spread the word. Using social media and good ole fliers can go a long way. The American Cancer Society even has a generic e-mail that can be sent out with a direct link for donations, so don’t think your long distance family can’t contribute!
- Step 5: Get excited. Though fundraising takes months, the event itself is the culmination of everyone’s fundraising efforts.
On Monday, November 12th from 11am-11pm, Chili’s is partnering with local Relay teams to donate funds during Chili’s Give Back Night event. The flyer will soon be available here
Keep checking West Boca News for the most recent Relay for Life information.
