This will be my first year participating in the 11 Day Power Play. I heard about this fundraiser through a good friend of mine that I met in college and right away I knew I wanted to get involved as I have personally been affected by cancer. Growing up as a kid, my grandmother was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer, grandfather was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer and mother was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer not once, but twice. While both my grandparents unfortunately succumbed to this terrible disease, my mother fought and battled her way to beat cancer both times she was diagnosed. She is an extremely proud and passionate survivor and to this day remains actively involved in the Susan G. Komen foundation. Although my mother nor grandparents were patients at Roswell, I am hopeful that the money raised will lead to a cure for everyone fighting all types of cancer and put an end to this disease.
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 |
| Danielle Nelson | 07/02/2019 | $25.00 | I lost my aunt in February to breast cancer that metastasized to her liver. Happy to support! | Kelly Fazio | 07/02/2019 | $25.00 | Russell Santiago | 07/02/2019 | $50.00 | Accenture LLP | 06/13/2019 | $48.80 | Mike Pliszka | 05/02/2019 | $50.00 | Haywood Jablowmy | 05/01/2019 | $20.00 | Family Of The Gianatiempo’s | 05/01/2019 | $50.00 | Way to go Craig! Great cause you are supporting. All the Very Best Always, The Gianatiempo Family | Daniel Hylas | 05/01/2019 | $25.00 | Jim McManus | 05/01/2019 | $50.00 | Steve CH | 05/01/2019 | $50.00 | RJ and Danielle Meany | 05/01/2019 | $50.00 | Amazing work for an amazing cause | Mike Meany | 04/27/2019 | $50.00 | Nice to see that you are on the point for this power play!! | Sean & Al OC | 04/26/2019 | $25.00 | Patricia Young | 04/20/2019 | $50.00 | 12 Miller Dr. Parents :) | 12 Miller Kids | 04/20/2019 | $75.00 | LuAnn Maresco | 04/17/2019 | $50.00 | Such an awesome cause and such an awesome way to contribute-I’m sure your family is honored and proud-XOX | AJ Goess | 04/17/2019 | $50.00 | Sara Hylas | 04/17/2019 | $100.00 | Anonymous Friend | 04/13/2019 | $50.00 | Judith Jarer | 04/13/2019 | $100.00 | Aunt Janet, Aunt Judy and Jerry are proud of you for participating in this important fundraiser. | Stephanie and Alex Wander | 04/12/2019 | $160.00 | Thank you Craig for your support of such an important issue. I love your mom and have been so proud watching her fight. Good luck and God bless.... | Toni Albertie | 04/12/2019 | $40.00 | Erin Kozlow | 04/12/2019 | $50.00 | Carol Mateja | 04/10/2019 | $25.00 | Stephen & Kristy Mateja | 04/10/2019 | $25.00 | Good luck!! | Tiara Crespino | 04/10/2019 | $30.00 | Andrea’s Boys | 04/09/2019 | $20.00 | Dan Foley | 04/09/2019 | $25.00 | Megan Ingster | 04/09/2019 | $25.00 | we are happy to support this cause! xo Meg & Gav | Maggie Kozlow | 04/09/2019 | $75.00 | Jeryl Jarer-meany | 04/09/2019 | $25.00 | Thank you, Craig. Good luck. |
| Total | $1,493.80 | ||