| The Colonial Road Runners are not just all about running and racing! Many club members participate in events throughout the year in order to raise money for a variety of worth causes. The following club members are currently preparing for an upcoming fundraising effort and would welcome both your emotional and financial support.
Chris Aucella
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2010 Boston Marathon
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (LLS) Team In Training
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I'm training for the 2010 Boston Marathon as a proud member of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (LLS) Team In Training in memory of my mom who, at 45 years old, was taken from her family. There is not a day that passes where I don't miss her!
My dream is to live in a world where there are only survivors. No family should have to go through what my family has endured.
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Diane Dzierzeski Russo
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2010 Boston Marathon |
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American Liver Foundation |
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The purpose of my endeavor is to raise money for the American Liver Foundation to battle liver disease. I am doing this to honor a dear friend of 25 years, Barb, who was affected by liver and pancreatic cancer. She was a strong and independent woman who always put the needs of her family and friends first. On May 31, 2008 her suffering was over just a couple months after being diagnosed with the devastating disease. I was honored to have such a supportive friend. She was more like family. That is why I am running 26.2 miles. |
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Run for Research
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Paul Flynn
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2010 Boston Marathon |
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Friends of LADDERS |
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Children affected by autism has become so widespread (1 in 150 individuals is diagnosed with autism, making it more common than pediatric cancer, diabetes, and AIDS combined) that the LADDERS clinic can not currently accept new patients. Your support will help relieve this overwhelming stress on the system and possibly allow other parents to have the good fortune of knowing they are doing everything possible for their child. To learn more about the LADDERS program please visit (www.ladders.org). |
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http://www.firstgiving.com/paulflynn |
Charles Gillis
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2010 Boston Marathon
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Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary (MEEI)
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I am running with TEAM MEEI in the 2010 Boston Marathon to help raise money for the Mass Eye and Ear Infirmary.
In April 2006, I was diagnosed with Stage 4 tonsil cancer and the doctor I had at the time wanted to so some very invasive surgery in conjunction with chemotherapy and radiation. I got a second opinion at MEEI. Meeting Dr. Lin and learning about his approach was the best thing I had ever done. I was scared to death at the thought of the invasive surgery, never mind just learning I had cancer. I went with Dr. Lin's approach and had some minor surgery at Mass Eye and Ear which was followed by Chemotherapy and Radation at Mass General Hospital. Today thanks to their efforts, skill and knowledge, I am fine and back to my old self.
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Chris Miskinis
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2010 Boston Marathon |
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Big Brother Big Sister of Mass Bay |
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I am running my 26th Boston Marathon to support the efforts Big Brother Big Sister. When my special needs son, Brendan, was in need of a male mentor to stabilize his life, Big Brother was there to help. Brendan has been a part of Jim, his Big Brother's life for the past 16 years. Jim considers Brendan a part of his family along with his wife and four children. Will you please consider making a donation to add new matches to the already 3500 caring, responsible adult volunteers? |
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www.bbbsmb.org; click DONATE, Note: Miskinis Marathon Donation |
DJ Schwarz
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2010 Boston Marathon |
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Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge |
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Sadly we all know someone close to us that has battled cancer. Sadder still, we all know someone who has lost that battle. I lost my grandmother to cancer and my grandfather is now fighting his 3rd battle with colon cancer. I am trying to help Dana-Farber conquer cancer. Every dollar I am able to raise goes directly to research geared towards developing new treatments to fight all different types of cancer. Every dollar counts. Please consider what you could do to help!
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http://www.rundfmc.org/2010/djschwarz
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