Spreading Awareness and Raising Money
Some of why I'm involved with the HERA Foundation
Last year when I was soliciting donations for the HERA Foundation a very blunt and honest friend of mine asked me if the donatoin was tax deductable, because he only wanted to do it if there was something in it for him. He went on to say that no one does anything, if there's nothing in it for them. And in his warped way, he was right. I really enjoy raising money for HERA, and sure, I get something out of it: if I raise $750 I get to be in the Climb4Life Gear raffle and get some really great climbing gear (last year I got a harness and a helmet, Sam got a rope!). But more than that I love the feel-goods that I get out of it. I love the idea that I'm making a difference, that I'm helping fund the people who will find a way to detect ovarian cancer, that I'm helping raise awareness so that women out there know what to look for. I love that feeling.
Sam, Colleen and I are coming up with lots of ways to raise money for HERA. We had such a GREAT time at the Roller Derby, and we raised a LOT of money, and more importantly, we spread a LOT of awareness. I'm really excited to see what other organizations we can get involved with, how many more people we can teach about Gynological cancers and their symptoms, and how much money we can raise. I think its gonna be a fun summer.
If you'd like to help HERA, you can make a donation or join our team.
| Know the Symptoms. Save a life. http://ovariancancer.jhmi.edu |
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Until there is a test, awareness is our best defence against ovarian cancer.
Signs and Symbtoms of Ovarian Cancer
Take action. Consult a healthcare professional if any symptoms persist for 2-3 weeks and are unusual for you. Experts recommend a pelvic/rectal exam, a transvaginal ultrasound, and a CA125 test. Pap smears test only cervical cancer. |