Newtown’s Coordination Acknowledged For Cancer Society’s Signature Event

To the Editor:

As the staff person of this year’s American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Newtown, I would like to extend my appreciation to the many individuals that attended and supported last Saturday’s event at Newtown High School. Incredibly, more than 1,300 people walked in this year’s event, raising nearly $315,000 for the American Cancer Society’s research, education, advocacy, and service programs. The outstanding support received proves that the people of Newtown are truly committed to the fight against cancer.

I want to applaud the 80 survivors who participated in the opening lap and survivor reception. They are the reason we continue the fight, because each year there can be more and more people living wonderful lives following a diagnosis of cancer.

A special thanks to the many Relay For Life volunteers who worked to make this, the three-year anniversary, event a success. The Relay For Life committee did an outstanding job of putting the event together. We also appreciate the generosity of this year’s corporate sponsors. Relay For Life would not be possible without them.

Again, thank you for supporting the American Cancer Society, and remember it’s not too early to become involved in Relay For Life for next year.

Sincerely,

Lori Bran

Community Executive for Development,

American Cancer Society

372 Danbury Road, Wilton                                          June 19, 2006