As you may or may not know, this year I’m participating in the Ulman Cancer Fund's Team Fight program. UCF is an organization that supports and connects young adults, diagnosed with cancer, so they don't have to battle this terrible disease alone. Team Fight, one of their programs, is an awareness and fundraising platform that allows other individuals, of all ages, to get active in the young adult cancer fight. Together they participate in walks, runs, triathlons, and other sporting events as a way to make a difference in the cancer community. This year, I have the pleasure of participating in the Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon (thanks to some encouragement from my wonderful cousin and running partner!).

I am asking friends and family to consider sponsoring me for this event. I have two ambitious goals – first to complete the race without sustaining any bodily harm and second to meet my personal goal to raise $1,000 for cancer. I would greatly appreciate your kind consideration by making a donation toward this goal. All donations are, of course, tax deductible.

As you know, cancer is a personal cause for me. Help me put an end to cancer. Every dollars helps give life to those affected by this disease. Thank you for your continued support.

Blessings and love,

Shalita

TO SPONSOR: Visit my fundraising page: https://www.z2systems.com/np/clients/ulman/campaign.jsp?campaign=474&fundraiser=755643&team=272&

The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults changes lives by creating a community of support for young adults, and their loved ones, as they fight cancer and embrace survivorship. 

With your support, The Ulman Cancer Fund is able to provide multiple support services and resources for the young adult cancer community, including: 

• Cancer to 5K - A free, progressive, 12-week run/walk program designed to reintroduce cancer survivors to physical activity.

• Helping Others Fight - A volunteer program that provides basic services – such as transportation to and from treatment, yard work, home repairs, delivery of chemo care bags – to local cancer patients and their families so they can focus their energy on their battle with cancer and their well-being.

• Patient Navigation - A free program - onsite at cancer centers and remote - that ensures no young adult ever faces cancer alone.  We provide one-on-one personal support and resources to young adults and their families to help them manage the cancer experience and long-term cancer survival. 

• Scholarships - A financial assistance program to help young adults continue their education after being affected by cancer through their own diagnosis or the diagnosis of a loved one.


Thank you for making these programs and our mission possible.