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Cancer Fundraisers Make a Difference Over the Weekend

Events raised thousands for cancer nonprofit organizations.

As an eight-time cancer survivor, I have made it a mission to help others fighting the same fight I have for 34 years. Here are just a few stops I made over the weekend "around town" to events that benefited the fight against cancer. 

Relay for Life

was once again a big success at CCBC Essex.

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Through the end of the day Monday, the event raised $90,061.89 for the American Cancer Society. The event’s organizers have set a goal of raising $95,000 and are asking the public to help make that dream a reality.

As usual, Relay for Life brought all segments of the population together under a common cause.

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As team members walked the track, old friendships were renewed and new friendships were formed. Throughout the night, many young folks played volleyball and football. 

Several participants also participated in various interesting creative laps such as the favorite cartoon characters, the Ravens, and the red-white-blue laps. Another interesting event was the five-fruits/five-vegetables sculpture project, in which several teams participated.

At the closing ceremonies, Chris from Chris’ Cancer Crusaders was pronounced the “Most Spirited Walker.” The “Flash Back for the FIGHT!” team was identified as the “Most Spirited Team” and the team with the most members present at closing ceremonies. “Fishing for Answers” was voted “The Best Decorated Campsite.”

Donations can still be made by visiting Relay for Life – Essex. Relay funds are used for many local American Cancer Society programs as well as cancer research.

Pink Ribbon Days

Chapel Hills Nursery and Farm sponsored Pink Ribbon Days to raise funds for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Several vendors were on hand to help raise funds, and WCBM Radio participated in Saturday afternoon’s entertainment. The nursery offered hay rides, pony rides and rides on the wagon train. 

Attendees visited horses, goats, geese, an ostrich and a turkey. Read “Community Pitches In During Perry Hall's Pink Ribbon Days” for more details and pictures.

Thank you to all who visited my table to discuss cancer, early detection, treatments and side effects. It is my pleasure to discuss the resources and available services I know about. It was also helpful to learn about other connections and services from you. I look forward to following up with you.

Cancer Support Foundation Spa Day

The Cancer Support Foundation (CSF) is a nonprofit organization that provides assistance, usually non-medical, directly to cancer patients. Visit their website for details of services. 

On Saturday, a couple dozen small businesses gathered at the Chapelgate Presbyterian Church in Marriottsville for a spa day fundraiser. Ginny Robertson, LLC was promoting her networking business, workshop presentations and magazine. 

Robertson founded On Purpose Networking for Women 11 years ago. This organization holds several “Connections Over Coffee” meetings in various locations from 10 a.m. to noon.

On the third Friday of every month, this business networking group meets at Bill Bateman’s Express on Compass Road in Middle River. Dinner meetings are held in five different counties.

Robertson is also the founder and editor of On Purpose Woman magazine, a free magazine distributed through many businesses and libraries throughout five counties. The magazine is published six times per year.

All profits from Spa Days will be provided to cancer patients through the Cancer Support Foundation.

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