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My inspiration for walking
My grandmother, who we called "Meeko," passed away in December of 2004 of breast cancer and my sister and I would like nothing more than to walk in her honor. She was an amazing woman and lit up the room with her smile. I miss her dearly and only regret not getting to know her better and if she were here today I would ask her so many questions and listen to all her stories. I only wish she was here to see her great grandbabies although I know she is watching over them from heaven. Meeko, we love and miss you. Mimi and I are going to walk that marathon for you in hopes that our fund raising efforts can help make a difference in preventing, treating, and ultimately finding a cure for breast cancer in others.
I walk because I can!
Thanks for visiting my Avon Walk page. I’ve committed to participating in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. It’s a big commitment, one that will require me to spend the next several months training and fundraising. But breast cancer is a big disease, one that still affects far too many people, and I’m determined to do everything I can to help put an end to it. The money I raise will be managed and disbursed by the Avon Foundation Breast Cancer Crusade to help provide access to care for those that most need it, fund educational programs, and accelerate research into new treatments and potential cures. I’ll be just one of thousands of people that will walk up to a marathon and a half over a weekend, raising awareness of the cause and educating even more people.
I can’t do it without your help. Though I’m required to raise at least $1,800 in donation, I plan to raise much more!
I hope that I can count on your support.
Together, WE can make a difference!
You can make a donation to my fundraising campaign right here on the website by clicking on the pink "Donate Now" button. If you prefer to write a check, just contact me and I'll send you the information and form.
As I prepare for this exciting event, I plan to update this page frequently so that all my supporters can follow my progress, so please visit often. While you're here, you might want to spend some time on the site to find out more information on why this event is so important, and the organizations and people that will be helped by the money we all raise.
Thank you in advance.
My Avon Walk Blog
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Bracelets for Boobies!
Buy a bracelet for only $3 and 100% of your donation will go to the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer! Your donation is tax deductible and will help prevent and possibly help find a cure for breast cancer. Every 3 minutes someone is diagnosed with breast cancer. Do a good deed and help SAVE THE BOOBIES!!!
You can order any quantity (trust me, I have plenty LOL) and orders will be mailed out ASAP. Free shipping. In the message box enter your choice of text: Survivor, Faith, Hope, Strength, or no preference. To order, click here: http://prettyscrappy.blogspot.com/2009/02/bracelets-for-boobies.html Thank you for your support! Together WE can make a difference!
by Casey Krause on Mon, Feb 02, 2009 @ 6:08 AM
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With a little help from my friends
The world is full of amazing people and the digital scrapbook community is no exception! Several designers and store owners have volunteered to help design a Breast Cancer Awareness themed scrap kit. 100% of the proceeds of the sales will help me raise funds and the kit should be in stores February 14th! I am so excited and amazed at how many wonderful people have offered to help!
by Casey Krause on Sun, Feb 01, 2009 @ 12:27 AM
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About the Avon Foundation
Since it was founded in 1955, the Avon Foundation has been committed to the mission to improve the lives of women and their families. Now past the half century milestone, the Avon Foundation brings this mission to life through two key areas of focus: breast cancer and domestic violence. From an initial $400 scholarship in 1955, Avon philanthropy has expanded globally and through 2008 exceeded $660 million raised and awarded worldwide. The Avon Breast Cancer Crusade launched in 1992, and Avon breast cancer programs in over 50 countries support advancing access to care and finding a cure for breast cancer, with a focus on the medically underserved. For more information about the Avon Foundation visit http://www.avonfoundation.org/ or call 1.866.505.AVON.
The Avon Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) public charity. Our IRS tax-exempt number is: 13-6128447.
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