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Jenny Moeller
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We Did It!!!
I can’t believe it is over! I had such a great time over the weekend walking with 2,800 other participants in San Francisco from 42 states, including 256 breast cancer survivors. Together we raised over $6 million.
Overall, it was a very moving experience. We met so many wonderful fellow walkers, shared stories about why we walk, were motivated along the route by dedicated (and at times very creative, humorous) supporters, volunteer staff at themed rest stops, entertaining biker buddies helping us cross busy intersections, and a troop of volunteer San Juan police who escorted us along the path. These people kept us laughing, thanked us for walking, distracted us from focusing on our bodies, but kept reminding us to fuel up, stretch and hydrate. They stood on corners or set up their own tented ‘stops’ to hand out free beverages, food and encouragement. They dressed up in pink or in costumes. One woman dressed in breast cancer ribboned pajamas and pink accessories and stood along the path both days the entire time dancing to a looped tape of ‘I Will Survive.’ I swear she worked as much as us. One biker buddy wrote a message of support on boxers and stood on the corner ‘mooning’ walkers waiting to cross the street. One of the organizations, Open Hand, that receives funding from the Walk, decorated and stood cheering for us on a full city block. Open Hand is a non for profit that provides groceries and food for patients who have life threatening illnesses. I tried to take as many photos as possible to share with you so you too can experience our walk. The only thing missing was my family who has offered support along the Chicago routes for the past four years.
I found that the generosity, support and display of goodness in people was present in San Francisco just as much as it is in Chicago (and I’m sure other host cities). We definitely made a statement towards awareness, hope and early detection. The Walk was featured in the San Francisco Chronicle on Sunday, and everywhere we went people knew about the event. The money raised will go towards education, research, and treatment. Most importantly, without you none of this would be possible. Without you I would never have been able to take one step past mile zero. I know I have said it before and I truly mean it you make such a difference!
To view photos of the walk:
http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sidYtHLRq4csNo
***Click on the URL to help women receive free mammograms:
http://www.thebreastcancersite.com/clickToGive/home.faces?siteId=2
For One Time Donation
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.
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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