Tanning in the News 

With all the news and tragic pictures surrounding "tanning mom" as well as the many legislative tanning bed initiatives around the country, we thought it was important to again address the subject of recreational tanning.    

Fortunately, due to all the press related to this truly sad story, society is beginning to realize tanning is not associated with "affluence" and beauty ... but quite the opposite.  Simply put, tanning can be as addictive as alcohol and tobacco.      

More than 2 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed in the United States each year and the numbers are rising.  The American Academy of Dermatology maintains -- THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A HEALTHY TAN (or base tan).        

May is Melanoma Month.  Help us change behaviors by bringing awareness to the real facts and dangers associated with tanning.  Please be the one to bring and share the sunscreen or the shade umbrella.     

Sincerely,  

Sharon Marston
President  

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Free Skin Cancer Screenings this Summer  

We are pleased to announce the 2012 Glenbard West

"Game On" Scholarship Winner  

Madison Nagel

Cross County and Track Athlete

favorite quote "When the race is on ... all bets are off"  

2012 Senior Convocation:  Matthew Marston, Madison Nagel, Jack Marston, Michael Marston

   A four year $1,000 renewable memorial scholarship is awarded each year to a Glenbard West senior varsity athlete who demonstrates a "game on" attitude for life, sports and community service.  To read more about the scholarship, click here. 

Excerpts from Maddie's essay:  ... According to all the statistics, they should beat me.  My "game on" attitude is knowing that the odds are stacked against me, but I am choosing to be a fighter anyway .... "you may be stronger, but I'm going to beat you" ... it's the little things that allow you to accomplish the big things.  Click here to read full essay. 

Jack's Team - Why They Run...

Jack's Marathon Team

is actively recruiting runners   

Join us!

Three Chicago Area 1/2 Marathons, two Major Marathons or choose your own race. 

Jack's Fund is an Official Charity of: 

We have guaranteed charity spots for those want to make a difference.

 REGISTER NOW!   

 Good Luck, Nora   

St. Charles North High School Health Fair 2012

Nora completed her internship with Jack's Fund in May.  Instrumental in coordinating our participation this winter and spring in 15 local high school health fairs and fitness expos: 

• Nora spoke to hundreds of teens about the dangers of tanning,  
• sent healthy tips to Jack's Marathon Team runners,  
• composed and submitted a potential grant to support Jack's Fund awareness programs.  

Nora graduates from Northern Illinois with a Masters in Public Health.  We wish her all the best! 

INTERNSHIP OPENING:   

Interested college students please contact us if you are looking for an internship in the health sciences or non-profit area. 

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5K Registration opens in August.

Save the Date:  October 14, 2012 

Rated one of the best 5k courses in the Chicago area and now one of the best T-shirts.   

TRFJ t-shirts are worn and noticed ... on the Illinois prairie path, college campuses, airports, endurance events, track meets, church retreats.  Did we miss one?  Send us your pic!   

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