On Monday, July 13th, 2009, I will be participating in the 10th Annual Megan Cooper Memorial Golf Outing benefiting Andy’s Chapter of Hope of the Leukemia Research Foundation (LRF). I have golfed and supported this charity for the past eight years, and this year I'm reaching out again for help in raising money for Leukemia Research.  

I am looking to collect all donations by Wednesday July 8th.  So if you want to contribute to a very worthy cause - please follow the Sponsor Me Now button.  Any size donation is welcome!!

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to make a contribution to my fundraising efforts. Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to help too!!

Andy is a personal co-worker and friend of mine.  Here is a little more info as to why this chapter was started:

"Since Andy's Chapter of Hope began in October 1995, we have donated just over $1,000,000 toward leukemia Research and financial aid to leukemia patients and their families!! Thank you to everyone who has helped us in our mission. We look forward to your continued support.

How We Started: Until June of 1994, leukemia was a distant disease to Andy Hanson and his family. It was then that this 22 year old athlete was diagnosed and began fighting to conquer leukemia and continue his life's goals. When he was in remission, Andy decided he could help other leukemia victims by raising money for research and providing a support system for people affected by leukemia.

The end result is a McHenry County Chapter of the Leukemia Research Foundation (LRF) called Andy's Chapter of Hope. "

This is my 8th year in supporting the the LRF mission:

To conquer leukemia, lymphoma and myelodysplastic syndromes by funding research into their causes and cures, and to enrich the quality of life of those touched by these diseases.

We're looking to take back the championship this year, but more importantly raise funds for such a needed and worthy cause - so please donate what you can - even a $5 donation will go a long way!!

Jason