Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Man / Woman of the Year 2013
The Man & Woman of the Year campaign is a national 10-week fundraising competition. Candidates are nominated to use their leadership skills to conduct individual fundraising campaigns. Every dollar raised counts as one vote. The man and woman with the most votes are named the Man & Woman of the Year.
- · Over 1 million Americans currently battle blood cancers.
- · Every four minutes, someone is diagnosed – an estimated 140,310 new people in 2011 alone.
- · They are men, women, children, of every race and every age.
- · Every ten minutes, someone dies from these cancers.
RELENTLESS FOR A CURE: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Fundraiser
Man & Woman candidates are goal-oriented and compassionate. Their relentless efforts are focused on making life better for hundreds of thousands of patients battling blood cancers: leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma.
Funds raised by Man & Woman of the Year participants are used for:
– Lifesaving blood cancer research
– Financial assistance to cover patient expenses for transportation, medication and testing
– Free educational materials and events for patients and their families
– Local programs such as Family Support Groups and First Connection, a peer-to-peer counseling program
– Comprehensive, personalized assistance through our Information Resource Center
HEY JIMMY
Hey Jimmy is the premier party band based out of Chicago. With a pedigree in sonic fidelity and a love for entertaining, they leave their audiences amazed. At inception the vision was clear. Look great, sound great, and put on a dynamic show with non-stop energy. Each member of Hey Jimmy brings their unique talent to each and every stage. And the musical diversity is jaw dropping. From the music of the 50’s to today’s dance, pop, rock and R&B, they are your Ipod come to life.
