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Dear Friends and Family,
I am about to do something I never thought I would... and I need your help! I am training for and will complete the 13.1-mile Las Vegas Rock n Roll Half Marathon on December 5th, to raise funds and awareness for research leading to improved treatment options and a cure for Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis.
A little about Crohn's and Colitis:
-Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are collectively known as inflammatory bowel diseases. Crohn's disease is a chronic (ongoing) disorder that causes inflammation of the digestive or gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Ulcerative colitis on the other hand, affects only the colon. The inflammation involves the entire colon.
It is estimated that as many as 1.4 million Americans have IBD; however, many more suffer in silence due to potential embarrassment and alienation. Crohn's disease may occur in people of all ages, but it is primarily a disease of adolescents and young adults, affecting mainly those between 15 and 35. On average, people are diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in their mid-30s, although the disease can occur at any age.
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*This issue is important to me because of my own past digestive issues that caused a lot distress and discomfort in my life and I can only imagine the effects of having an even more severe diagnosis such as Crohn's or Colitis. This is a cause I can believe in, I hope you will support me running for this cause.
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My COMMITMENT: I have NEVER done anything like this before. As a member of Team Challenge, I have a coach, a training program, and teammates to support me. I have committed to a training schedule with additional trainings with my team on the weekends, and I’ve promised to raise $5,000 in donations to The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America.
I AM MOTIVATED! I AM COMMITTED!! I WILL DO IT!!! (Watch your mail for my post-event news update.)
My REQUEST: So YES this email is to ask for your contributions and support for this fundraisor. If 50 people donated a $100 each I will make my goal! But any contribution however small or large is greatly appreciated and would show your belief in me and support for this cause!
WHERE the money goes: A minimum of 82 cents per dollar raised by CCFA goes directly to research and patient support, and your contribution is tax deductible. If your company matches charitable contributions, please include matching forms with your donation.
**Of COURSE, your good wishes and positive vibes to sustain me in my training and your praise as I cross the finish line will also be graciously accepted.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read this email and for your support! I will update everyone on my progress in training and fundraising.
Love to you all!
-Alexis Story
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Sorry.
Fundraising has ended.
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Total Donations: $4,620.00
Goal: $5,000
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