Every week it seems we get news of someone who has been affected by cancer. Our mothers, grandmothers, wives, sisters, and daughters; fathers, husbands, and sons. These are people who are our colleagues, friends, and most importantly, our loved ones.
While this often deadly disease impacts us all, it also shows us the strength and courage within ourself and our loved ones. Faith teaches us to believe that everything happens for a reason, and while days may be dark, it's truly eye-opening to see the fight and resolve, young and old, as they muster up the courage to be brave in the face of despair.
I am again playing to bring awareness of and to support those around us affected, and doing my part to raise a small amount of money so that maybe one day we won't have to wake up to news of someone close to us being impacted by cancer, or at least, when they do, they will be able to ring that bell!
Thank you to everyone that supported us last year, and those that choose to support us this year. God bless!
This summer, more than 2,500 pairs of skates will hit the ice to play in the 2019 11 Day Power Play Community Shift to help in the fight against cancer! The 11-day game will be played in continuous shifts at Harborcenter in Buffalo, NY. This important event supports The 11 Day Power Play, raising critically-needed funds for cancer research and wellness programs at Roswell Park, Camp Good Days and Make-A-Wish WNY. While it is physically challenging to play in a marathon hockey game, it's a walk in the park compared to what most endure in their battle against cancer. Cancer is a disease that touches everyone, and The 11 Day Power Play wants to make an impact in our community. In the past two years, The 11 Day Power Play has raised nearly $2.5 million supporting cancer causes in Western New York.
Donations are graciously accepted online or by check. Please write checks out to 'The 11 Day Power Play' and send to PO Box 4, Buffalo, NY 14223. If you are interested in a sponsorship, contact Sara Schumacher today.
To learn more about the 11 Day Power Play organization, visit www.11daypowerplay.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
| Supporters | |||
| Name | Date | Amount | Comments |
| Enzo Devine | 07/11/2019 | $50.00 | Alison Elliott | 07/07/2019 | $50.00 | Good luck | Anonymous Friend | 07/06/2019 | $100.00 | For all those affected! | Peg Moreland | 07/05/2019 | $100.00 | Nate Streicher | 07/05/2019 | $40.00 | Marge Elliott | 07/03/2019 | $100.00 | Patrick Brauen | 06/28/2019 | $100.00 | Great Cause! Good Luck! Have Fun! | James Mullane | 06/21/2019 | $25.00 |
| Total | $565.00 | ||