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"Not what we say about our blessings, but how we use them is the true measure of our thanksgiving" ~ W.T. Purkiser |
November, 2008 |
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"Giving Thanks . . ."
In this season of Thanksgiving, we offer our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors, runners, walkers, families, doctors and volunteers who made the 2008 "This Run's For Jack" the biggest and best ever!
We welcomed 1,700 participants at the 5k and raised over $62,000 through donations, special gifts and sponsorships.
Congratulations to Jack's Marathon Teams for raising over $47,500.
In these challenging economic times, philathropic assistance in the fight against cancer is even more important.
Historically, melanoma research efforts and clinical trials have been underfunded. Your donation goes to support cutting edge research and provide education and awareness programs to people of all ages.
Please know you have made a difference in the lives of those affected by this disease.
With sincere appreciation and wishes for a wonderful Thanksgiving,
Sharon Marston
and The Jack H. Marston II Melanoma Fund Board of Directors |
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"This Run's For Jack" 2008
Female Overall Winners: 
1. Christine Lipa 19:38.2
2. Ellen Reifel 20:05.2
3. Emma Reifel 20:38.2
Male Overall Winners:
1. Jeff Purdom 17:34.0
(Member of Jack's Marathon Team 2007)
2. Mark Bilut 17:44
3. Gnaro Urrieta 17:57.8
For complete runner results, click here.
(to keep expenses down, only runners received chips and official times.)
SAVE THE DATE: October 18, 2009
Registration opens in August
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 DIAMOND PHOTOGRAPHY: Pictures from the 5k
Great individual and family pictures from the 5k are available at the Diamond Phototography website for Christmas cards and gift possiblities. 15% of the profits from orders will be donated back to Jack's Fund.
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A Very Special "THANK YOU" to the Volunteers!
Our success can only be attributed to the continuous dedication of our volunteers. "This Run's For Jack" requires over 150 volunteers of all ages, many returning year after year (no matter the weather or how early we ask them to show up).
Thank you to Parkview Church youth group, our mighty parking lot crew, announcers extraordinare Bill Nicholsen  and Dan Purdom, the early morning setup helpers led by Don Deegan, Family Tent welcome committee, Jill and Reeny for a "rockin" warmup, Glenbard West Football members for singing the national anthem, the Course Marshalls for keeping our runners safe and, last but not least, the awesome registration group. |
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Awareness and Skin Cancer Screenings
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, early detection drastically increases the cure rate for melanoma.
Thank you to Dr. Ariano and Dr. Gray for their continuous partnership over the past five years. By providing skin cancer screenings to race participants, melanoma and other skin cancers have been detected and successfully treated. We have saved lives. This year, Dr. Gray estimated that 1/3 of the people screened at the 5k required additional follow-up.
Thank you to Advocate Healthcare for providing sun safety educational materials and arranging for volunteer physicians to give free skin checks at the Chicago Marathon Health and Fitness Expo in October. After examining a number of runners and non-runners, one physician estimated that 9 out of 10 required further follow-up. |
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Through the generosity of our sponsors,
100% of your donation goes to research and awareness.
Marketing and Computer Sevices:
Boost Marketing and CTS
Printing Services:
Original Smith Printing
Five Year Contributors and Supporters: Advanced Healthcare Associates, Clune Construction, GCG Financial, Health Track, Packaging World, Viator International, Bill LaFontaine/Baird&Warner, Glen Ellyn Runners, Glen Ellyn Running Company, the Glen Ellyn Park District and the Glen Ellyn Police
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TEAM CHALLENGE RESULTS
286 runners and walkers were rostered on 17 teams
Best Team Name - "Miles For Big Mike" (aka Team Juneman)
Best Team Spirit - Glenbard West Cheerleaders
Team with the most Runners and Walkers - "Amy's Team" with 54 participants
Oldest Team - Team N. Marocoo
Top Fundraising Teams
Cathy's Crew for a Cure - $2550
Team Janda - $2085
Total Team Fundraising dollars - $6,000 (race entry donations excluded) |
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Jack's Marathon Team
Chicago. New York. Boston
Strength. Passion. Focus.
Congratulations Jack's 2008 Marathon Team! Together the three teams raised over $47,500 for melanoma research and awareness. They truly went the extra mile fighting melanoma every step of the way.
Sign up NOW for guaranteed entry for the Boston Marathon 2009.
Sign up to be a member of Jack's 2009 Team
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