Who would have ever thought that LFAC's "BIG" fundraiser would have another successful year? When we raised $44,000 last year, I never thought we would top it. But leave it to Omaha to support a great cause once again in 2010!
When the final horn sounded to end the game on Saturday (2/27), we had our "estimate" for the announcement: almost $50,000. We are still counting all the money, which is coming from several directions, and we are now just barely over $50,000. I think I am still in shock. So many volunteers helped to make this dream come true: Michele, who has a vested interest in both UNO and brain cancer; Bob and Robyn, who have made brain cancer their personal cause even though Bob is battling his own fight with lymphoma; Jean and Jeff, who continue to support LFAC; Kate, who is now known as our very own "ticket master"; and all the people who supported us during the six games. Each game we had about 30 volunteers, some of whom worked more than one game.
Jon and I are exhausted but feel so proud to announce that LFAC will be able to purchase the Functional MRI (fMRI) for Methodist Hospital and Estabrook Cancer Center. We created LFAC to make a difference, and now we have. But, without all the support from our family, friends, and Omaha community, that would not have been possible. So, THANK YOU!
Someone asked me, "So, now what are you going to do?" My response: "Going to plan our next event [car show, I think]!" I'm certain we can continue to help in some manner.
Currently, Heather and I are preparing for her UCSF medical appointment next week. Unfortunately, Heather is sick with bronchitis and an ear infection. She has been miserable for about two weeks. With a new dose of antibiotics and steroid breathing treatments, hopefully she can shake the bug.
Brain Cancer Update from The National Cancer Institute:
In 2009 = 22,070 new brain cancer diagnoses; 12,920 brain cancer deaths. TOO MANY!
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