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Run with the Herd!
Join DetermiNation and the American Cancer Society
for the SOLD OUT 2012 Chevron Houston Marathon
& Aramco Houston Half Marathon
As A group, DetermiNation runners have already raised over $18,000!
See how they are making a difference at determinationhoutson.org
The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem. DetermiNation is the American Cancer Society’s endurance program that will train you for the Houston Marathon and half-marathon while you fundraise to fight cancer.
Essentially, friends and family of participants support their efforts to compete in an event by making donations in their name. The American Cancer Society has always been involved with the Houston Marathon as a charity of choice for people contribute to, but 2012 will be the first year that Determination will provide training for Houston and a higher commitment of fundraising in the community.
YOUR ENTRY CAN STILL BE RESERVED THROUGH THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
Commit to fundraising a minimum of $1,250 to fight cancer and Run for a Reason.
BENEFITS of the DETERMINATION:
· Train with a group! You can join our running group and receive a recommended weekly training schedule and weekly group long runs on Saturday mornings – coached by certified professionals and experienced coaches
· A personalized Fundraising web page the help you earn donations for your efforts while allowing you to update friends and family on your progress and accomplishments
· Assistance with fundraising – you will not be alone in training or meeting your goal. We will work to help you get there
o We are planning already happy hour in September, a Christmas party in December, and various opportunities at events like Katy Ski Jam to fundraise together, towards YOUR fundraising goal!
· DetermiNation jersey and emergency contact Smart ID tag
· Encouragement, event dates, educational seminar dates, encouragement, tips and info can always be found on out blog: http://determinationhouston.blogspot.com
· Guaranteed entry into the Houston Marathon or half, you will recommit to your goal of $1,250 on October 15th.
· Save lives and make a meaningful difference in your community!
The funds you raise are vital in supporting the Society's mission. Cancer effects almost everyone we encounter, and we all want to find a cure, ask people for help and they will! To date thousands of athletes across the nation have had an experience of a lifetime while raising millions for the fight against this disease. With every mile you can help create a world with less cancer and more birthdays.
Please call or email me with questions. I am here to help and we would love to have you join us.
RUN WITH THE HERD!
Lori Sebastian Pinter
Events Manager - The American Cancer Society
Lori.pinter@cancer.org
O: 713-705-5693
C: 713-501-7603
determinationhouston.blogspot.com
www.determinationhouston.org
www.determinationgalveston.org
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