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AFSP Official Charity of 2008 LA Marathon
Page Creator: Frank Korkowski
In memory of: Joshua Korkowski
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Ed (right) & Frank "Jog for Josh" 2008
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The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is the only national not-for-profit organization exclusively dedicated to funding research, developing prevention initiatives and offering educational...
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Fundraising target: $6,000
Amount raised so far: $4,725.00
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Our personal message:

Dear Friends,      

Last year, Ed Dempsey (Josh's friend from Kindergarten) and I, Frank Korkowski finished the LA Marathon in memory of my son Joshua who died by suicide in 2003.

This year, Ed and I are running seperate marathons. Frank has already completed the Los Angeles Marathon on March 2, whereas Ed is about to pound the streets of San Francisco on August 3,2008.

Each step taken in this 26.2 mile event is to raise public awareness of the suicide problem we face with staggering statistics of 1 "attempt" every minute, 1 "death" every 16 minutes in the USA.  Each step taken is to raise funds to support AFSP in their work to inform and educate the public about depression & suicide, to support research projects which help further the understanding and treatment of depression and the prevention of suicide.  AFSP provides support for survivors like myself, my wife Marsha and daughter Tessa and close friends like Ed ...to help handle the loss of a loved one, a friend, or an employee through suicide. AFSP this year is conducting training sessions for "first responder" and "support group facilitator" work to further help survivors. Informative videos on suicide awareness and prevention for  medical practitioners and high school students are being released for the public.

Visit AFSP website  afsp.org for latest information about 2008 Community Walks throughout the USA or  informative news, latest developments and contacts in your area.

Donating through this website is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to support my fundraising efforts. However, if you prefer donating by check, please make it out to AFSP / Greater LA Division and mail it to Korkowski's 1360 Beechwood Drive, Brea, Ca 92821 or to Ed Dempsey 415 East Cedar Ave. Burbank, Ca 91501

This website will remain open until the August 24,2008.

Many thanks for your support.

Ed Dempsey and  Frank, Marsha & Tessa Korkowski

                                                                                             


Online Donors to date:
Display Name Date  Comment
Jeff Lambert 8/13/2008 As a friend of Lisa Marie, I am happy to help. 
Brenda Saunders/Todd 8/12/2008 It is my pleasure to support your efforts, Ed! Lisa Marie is a dear friend...you are both blessed! 
Scott Barrie 8/9/2008 Congratulations Ed!!! I know the run meant more than just finishing, I'm honored to support you. 
Dr. Abdulmumin 8/8/2008 just helping lisa marie support you 
Ann Esposito 8/5/2008 My thoughts are with you Ed! 
miguel 8/2/2008 when God is in our side, litle becomes much if you plece it in His hands 
Dawn 8/1/2008 Good luck to you both! Friends, no matter where they are are always with you. 
Jen Standeven 8/1/2008 GO ED!!! I will be praying for you!!! 
Sherry Denton 7/31/2008 I was close myself as a teenager so I can equate. 
Kammy Haynes 7/31/2008 As a friend of Lisa Marie's, Im happy to help. Happy trails! 
Dina Marie 7/31/2008 One step at a time, an achievement of a lifetime! Best Wishes :) 
Suanne Conroy 7/31/2008 Glad I can help such a great group. Good luck. 
Bob Brown 7/31/2008 I'm proud to support the cause! 
Caren Landrum 7/30/2008 Best of Luck! 
The Boyson Family 7/30/2008 Good Luck Tucumpsa! Love, Rachel, Ed, & Cayla 
diane derescavage 7/30/2008 Good luck, Ed! You're still a good friend to Josh. 
Earl and Melissa 7/30/2008 Go Ed! You can do it! 
Tara Roach 7/30/2008 Good luck Ed! I'm happy to support you :-) 
kara 7/30/2008 ed, go get 'em sunday!!! :) 
Jim and Lisa Marie Platske 7/30/2008 Thanks for being such an inspiration. 
Krista Malerba 7/29/2008 God bless you both 
Raksha Andreassen 7/6/2008 Frank, Marsha and Tessa Your positive attitude and action gives me hope for our planet! Love! 
Lloyd Kirchner 4/30/2008 Frank, go get 'em! 
Emily Cegelski 4/1/2008  
Joni Evans 3/31/2008 You did it again, great job! Keep raising awareness and raising funds. Much Love  
Igor Shpilskiy 3/27/2008 Keep it going, Frank! 
Jim Harrison 3/24/2008  
Mark Mahan 3/22/2008  
Irene Wills 3/17/2008  
Mike 3/15/2008 Good luck at the marathon!! 
Charlie Heald 3/13/2008  
J Buscemi 3/12/2008  
cesar 3/11/2008  
Vince Diaz 3/11/2008  
Paul Behnke 3/11/2008 Good Luck Frank 
Lew Thorne 3/10/2008 Thanks for being there for me 
Gene Evans 3/9/2008 Great job 
John Lemond 3/8/2008 Great Job Frank! Keep It up 
julio cayro 3/7/2008  
Thomas Hunt 3/7/2008  
Tom Purtell 3/6/2008  
Sue Dubaskas 3/6/2008 Great Job Frank!!!!! 
Chuck Powers 3/6/2008 Great work you ol fart 
Francisco Longo 3/6/2008 God bless you Frank! 
Bud Knight 3/6/2008 God Bless! 
Roseredest 3/6/2008 Josh is always with us. . .  
ed 3/5/2008 You did it again! 
Vitaly Rogov 3/5/2008  
Bill Holowathy 3/5/2008  
Richard Tran 3/5/2008 We are proud of you Frank 
Sheri Quintanilla 3/5/2008 Never doubted you for a minute Frank. Congrats! There should be more people out there like you.  
Jay Sivigny 3/5/2008 Frank, Congrats! 
Bob Rich 3/5/2008 Frank, way to go! Thanks for letting me be a small piece of a large cause! 
Roy Smith 3/5/2008 For Josh and Ryan, Thanks Frank! 
JOSEA 3/4/2008 Thank you for inviiting me to your website. Your efforts is greatly appreciated to all of us. 
Richard Li 3/4/2008 Best of luck Frank ! 
Terry Roehm 3/3/2008  
Ronald Sperry 3/3/2008  
Felix & Anita Nikeli 3/3/2008  
Marc DeSilva 3/3/2008  
caryn espo 3/3/2008 Hi Frank - sorry to be late - I hope the run went well today. all the best - Caryn 
Richard Long 3/3/2008  
Jack Reiner 3/2/2008 Run Frankie, Run!!!! 
Art and Anne 3/1/2008 AFSP is so appreciative of your support thru this mighty marathon effort. You're an inspiration! 
Art & Soul Tattoo Co. 3/1/2008 You all are forever in my thoughts. Godspeed.... 
Paul and Ellen Bressman 3/1/2008 Go Frank GOOOOOOOOOOOO...... 
Alanna 2/29/2008 Go Frank Go! Your energy is amazing! 
KeeKee Pee 2/29/2008 Friends with Jeremiah Jones 
Steve Genthon 2/28/2008  
Charmaine DeSimone 2/28/2008 May God bless you, your family and this foundation. 
Dave Shaw 2/28/2008 Our thoughts and prayers are with you during the race 
Tessa Korkowski 2/28/2008 You are my inspiration. Love you! 
Kenan Alpan 2/27/2008 Wishing strength to you and your valuable efforts  
Lisa Hartman 2/27/2008 Press on to the finish! 
Dallas Jolley 2/27/2008  
Jonah Margulis 2/27/2008 Good luck Frank! 
Ihab Botros 2/26/2008 Best of luck Frank 
Aunt Joan 2/26/2008 good luck Frank  
Heather Fork 2/26/2008 Good luck and you will be in our thoughts on Sunday during your big run. 
Scott Vaughn 2/26/2008 Gob Bless You Frankie!!!! 
Audia 2/26/2008 Frank, Peace and blessings. 
Chris Eifert 2/26/2008 Good luck, Frank. 
Chris Paiement 2/26/2008  
Dave Mathewson 2/26/2008  
Colin Smith 2/26/2008 Way to go Frank, admire your determination!! 
Tiffanny Nguyen 2/26/2008 Proud of you, Frank 
Geeorge Young 2/26/2008 My daughter, Michelle was also born im 1976 
Jim Balanza 2/26/2008  
Fred Grondhuis 2/26/2008 Run Frank, run! 
Paul Keck 2/26/2008  
Martin Armendariz 2/26/2008  
Manuel Your big friend from LatAm 2/26/2008 Go. Frank...! 
* Total raised online: $4,725.00
Amount raised offline: $0.00
Grand Total: $4,725.00
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