Thank you for visiting our fundraising page!
The KDB Melanoma Run/Walk is organized by a small group of friends in memory and in celebration of our beloved friend Kathy who lost her battle with melanoma in 2006.
We are dedicated to remembering Kathy and all those that lost their lives to this dreaded disease. We hope that through our efforts we can raise money for research and bring awareness to others.
We hope that you will join us with your family, friends, and new friends to celebrate life!!!
Donating through this website is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to support my fundraising efforts.
Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate too!
Melanoma is the fastest growing cancer in the world.
The risk of developing skin cancer is 1 in 34. Last year the rate was 1 in 60!
Every hour of every day, someone dies of melanoma in the United States.
Your chance of skin cancer DOUBLES if you have had 5 or more sunburns.
Sun protection is crucial! Melanoma is linked to excessive sun exposure in the first 10-18 years of life.
Most common form of cancer for young adults (25-29 years old).
Melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer because it can be fatal.
Melanoma strikes people of all ages (including children), all races, all economic levels, and both sexes.
The use of sunscreen (SPF-15 or higher) during the first 18 years of life would cut lifetime risk of melanoma by 78%!
Support Melanoma Research!