This last year I have been working with our local Relay for Life on the committee and also as a sponsor for the event. It has been an incredible experience working with amazing people for a great cause.
Two years ago our area had never been part of RFL, but a local resident, and now my great friend, was asked to be the event chair. She was told that a good goal would be to raise $28,000 and have 28 teams, but decided to be above the bar and have 30 teams and raise $30,000. When all was said and done, over $100,000 was raised to support the American Cancer Society.
After this first year was when I met Danielle the committee chair. She saw my books at a local booth and immediately thought to preserve the story of RFL in our community. A few weeks later we had completed this book to capture the stories and the memories that went along with the event.
Fast forward to this year. Relay for Life was 18 days ago, and was even better than the first. To date we have raised over $155,000 and had incredible community involvement.
We finished and ordered 17 copies of a book about this year's event. I ordered it on Saturday with overnight shipping and received all 17 copies today! That is only FIVE days including the weekend to receive this huge order. Great job Heritage Makers!
Look at what we made to capture the memories of the 2008 event. I think it is beautiful, and is so much better in person.
Who do you know that has fought a battle with cancer? Has their story been told? Who will tell it?
Julie
