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Relay for Life of Nodaway CountyFebruary 23, 2013

Franken Hall Council

830 College Park Drive

Maryville, MO 64468

Dear Franken Hall Council:

According to research performed by the American Cancer Society, cancer is the second most common cause of death in

America, just after heart disease. Cancer will claim the lives of almost 600,000 people in 2014 alone, but thanks to

continuous cancer research, the number of survivors has grown exponentially in the past decade. Relay for Life is part of

that continuous research, providing funding and constant support. We would love for you and your residents to be part

of helping us find a cure for cancer and supporting those in the community who are

faced with the trials and difficult times that cancer brings.

For almost 30 years, Relay for Life has worked closely with the American Cancer Society

to help combat cancer and fund research. With the help of volunteers like you, weve

raised over $5 billion which has helped expand the lives of millions of cancer patients and

has helped develop advanced and innovative techniques in cancer care. We are extremely

indebted to all of those volunteers and the time theyve spent to help fight Americas

number two cause of death. Your support isinvaluable.

We would love to see Franken Hall involved in our fundraising and volunteering efforts.

Relay for Life can be a great way to foster community among your residents, while at the same time supporting a worthy

cause. Several of your residents may also have experienced cancer first hand, whether through a family member, a close

friend, or even themselves. Relay for Life would be a wonderful way for you to honor and support those of whom cancer

has had a great effect.

The Nodaway County Relay for Life event will be held on September 11, 2014at Beal Park in Maryville. The event

lasts 12 hours, from 6:00 pm to 6:00 am, and will include fun, festivities, and food. Our teams traditionally consist of 12-

15 people, but there are no restrictions on the amount of people who may join your team. Your team leader will be

responsible for creating a walking schedule so no team member will have to walk for the entire 12 hours. We do

encourage each team to have at least one member walking at all times, though.

The entry fee for Relay for Life is an affordable $15 per person, including a team t-shirt.

There are many options available to help pay for the entry costs, including fundraising

and sponsorships. Many businesses in the Nodaway County area would be more than

willing to sponsor a team for tax and philanthropic purposes. If youd like to forgo

sponsorship, there are dozens of ways to fundraise, including going door to door, hosting

a bake sale, or holding a silent auction. For other fundraising ideas and tips and to sign

your team up, please visit our website at www.relayforlife.com.

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We can beat cancer, but your help is very important. Your involvement in Relay for Life is helpful on two fronts: your

monetary contribution will help us continue to fight cancer and you will be showing support for all those around you who

have been victims of this terrible disease. Relay for Life is a way to give back to your community and even the world.

With your help, we can stop cancer in its tracks through innovation and research. We look forward to hearing from you

and we are excited to have you join us in our continued fight against cancer. Remember, there is hope. Please visit our

website at www.relayforlife.comfor further information about Relay for Life, the American Cancer Society, our efforts

to help eliminate cancer for good, and to sign your team up. Be sure to sign up by March 15to reserve your place! Thank

you.

Sincerely yours,

Jared S. Ritenour

Nodaway County Relay for Life Coordinator

P.S.--Relay for Life has raised $5 billion to help fight cancer. We hope to continue to combat cancer and fight for

survivors and their families, but we can only do so with your help. We hope you will join us on September 11, 2014at

Beal Park in Maryville and walk in support of cancer victims, their families, and continued cancer research.