RUMFORD – The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Northern Oxford County is just around the corner.
Register your team today by calling the American Cancer Society at 364-8358. This “celebration of life” brings the community together in a unified effort to fight cancer.
Former and current cancer patients, their families, businesses, civic organizations and the public are invited to take part in this exciting team event. Relay For Life takes place from 4:30 p.m. on May 21 until noon on May 22 at Hosmer Field in Rumford.
Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society’s version of an athletic relay, but with a new twist. Relay For Life is a family-oriented event where participants enjoy the camaraderie of a team and also raise funds to support the American Cancer Society. Participants camp out at the relay site, and when they are not taking their turn walking, they take part in fun activities and enjoy local entertainment.
Teams from companies, churches, organizations, hospitals and schools collect donations and can win individual and team prizes for their efforts.
“Relay For Life brings the progress against cancer to the forefront,” said Diane Mitchell, event chair. “Many participants are our family, friends, and neighbors who have dealt with cancer themselves. Their involvement is proof of the progress that has been not only reducing death rates, but also in improving the quality of life following cancer treatment.”
“The funds raised enable us to continue our investment in the fight against cancer through research, education, advocacy and patient services,” said Mitchell. “Thanks to the generosity of corporate sponsors like MeadWestvaco, town of Rumford and Carrabassett Water Co., the money raised by participants goes directly to the American Cancer Society’s lifesaving programs.”
Information about how to form a team or become involved in Relay For Life is available from the American Cancer Society at 364-8358. For more information, call the American Cancer Society at 1-800-ACS-2345, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, or visit www.cancer.org.
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