WHAT/WHY:
Local Canton community members will unite at a rally on Tuesday February 28 to officially launch their 2012 Relay For Life season. Dozens of families, caregivers, cancer survivors, schools, local organizations and individuals will ring in the new season with a rally that educates everyone on how their involvement benefits the American Cancer Society’s goal to save lives and create more birthdays. Money raised will fight cancer by helping people stay well and get well, by finding cures, and by fighting back.
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The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is an overnight community celebration where individuals and teams camp out, picnic, dance, play games and take turns circling around a track “relay” style to raise funds and fight cancer. The event opens as cancer survivors lead the way around the track and are honored with the Survivor Lap. As the sun begins to set, the warm glow of hundreds of luminaria light the field in an emotional silent ceremony. Each bag lit is in honor of a loved one who won the fight against cancer or in remembrance of a special someone who lost their battle. The American Cancer Society Relay For Life represents hope in that those lost to cancer will not be forgotten, that those who face cancer will be supported, and that one day, cancer will be eliminated.
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Started in 1985, Relay For Life began with one man who circled around a track for 24 hours raising $27,000. Relay For Life has grown to more than 5,000 communities and over 25 countries worldwide.
WHEN:
Tuesday, February 28 2012 6:30pm
WHERE:
Dodson Elementary School 205 North Beck Road Canton, MI 48187
HOW:
To join Relay For Life in your community, call 1-800-227-2345 or visit www.cancer.org/relay.
