My sister Shelley is running a marathon. No she isn’t an olympic athlete or a fitness guru -- she is a woman on a mission to help research, prevent, and treat the effects of strokes.
On June 19th, 2005; Shelley will participate in the American Stroke Association’s Train To End Stroke fundraising marathon in Kona, Hawaii.
Why is she going to such lengths for this cause? Because her son Clayton (my nephew) suffered a stroke early in life. To learn more, please click on Clayton’s photo below to visit Shelley’s personal web page and help in her efforts to support the ASA:
From Shelley's email:
Get ready for some shocking news! I am training to run a 26.2 mile MARATHON to benefit the American Stroke Association.
No, I haven’t lost my mind! By joining the American Stroke Association’s Train To End Stroke program, I have a coach, a team, training schedules, clinics, and a reason that makes this more than a personal goal. I am helping to raise funds for stroke research, education, and advocacy programs.
The following are some stroke statistics of which you may not be aware...
Every 45 seconds someone suffers a stroke
Every 3.1 minutes someone dies of a stroke
There are 4.4 million stroke survivors
29% of people who have strokes are under age 65.Over the course of the next 5 months, I will be running hundreds of miles to prepare. I will also be busy raising thousands of dollars for the American Stroke Association. I am writing to ask for your support in this effort through your good thoughts and through your generous contribution to the American Stroke Association.
I am excited about participating in this event on behalf of many who couldn’t even walk it due to a stroke. Please join me in reaching the finish line of my fundraising goal and helping end stroke.
P.S. Although the marathon is not until June 2005, my plan is to have my fundraising goal met by May 17, 2005. Your tax-deductible contribution, sent as soon as possible, is greatly appreciated! Every dollar makes a difference toward stroke research and education. If your company has a matching gift program, please send me the matching gift form along with your check and potentially double your donation!
Please help in this fight against stroke.
Posted by jethro at February 4, 2005 11:23 PM | TrackBack