My Story

When my younger brother Patrick was four years old, he was diagnosed with lymphoblastic lymphoma. He underwent 18 months of chemotherapy before going into remission. Then, when he was 13 years old, he was diagnosed with leukemia. This time, Patrick underwent two years of grueling radiation and chemotherapy treatments before again going into remission. Today, I am happy to report that Patrick is a healthy 22-year-old senior set to graduate this May from Elon University in North Carolina. The doctors have described his recovery from leukemia as “nothing short of a miracle.” In honor of his two successful battles against cancer, we have named our team "The 2-Times Strong Campaign".

While I celebrate Patrick’s miraculous recovery, I cannot stop hoping for a day when people will no longer have to hear a doctor tell them that a loved one has one of these dreadful diseases. The impact that they have on the patient, their families, and their communities is devastating. Something can, and must be done. To this end, I have agreed to join this year's Man & Woman of the Year Campaign to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Since 1960, the five-year leukemia survival rate in children has improved from 4% to 80% today. Belief in conquering this disease matters. With your help, and the help of others, we can perform another miracle for Patrick and the countless other people who live under the threat of these diseases. You can be part of finding a cure!


DONATE!

Our donation site is LIVE. Click on the link below to contribute to our campaign. And don't forget to spread the word! Together, we can make a difference.

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Thursday, June 11, 2009

Win a Date to the Gala!

Hi everyone,
As part of our final push towards the Gala we are running a little competition. Whoever donates the most money online today, June 11 will win a "date" to the Gala with me! (I know, what a prize.)

The Finale Gala is a black-tie optional affair at the Ritz-Carlton in the Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington, D.C. The evening will begin at 6pm and will be unforgettable!

Come on ladies, it's for a good cause! If you want to enter, just follow the link at the top of the page and make your donation today!

Donations will be accepted until 12:00am TODAY!

Posted by Andrew Kepley at 8:55 AM 0 comments  

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