4/24/14 - Community support is being sought for an annual fundraiser that remembers those lost but also celebrates survivors and the strides being made with cancer research. The Brighton Relay for Life event kicks off at 6pm on Friday, May 9th at the newly renovated Brighton High School track. The 24-hour relay event is one of hundreds held across the county, state and country for the American Cancer Society. All funds go directly toward research, patient services and advocacy, which are essential to winning the fight against cancer according to Brighton Relay Publicity Chair Cortney Peters. She says the Brighton area has been ârelayingâ for 22 years now and closing on almost a quarter century of partnership with the American Cancer Society. Last yearâs Brighton event raised 104,000 and the goal this year is $115,000. Peters tells WHMI two out three people are surviving cancer today because of the research being done but they wonât stop until its three out of three. Peters says any involvement or community support is helpful whether becoming a team member, donating or volunteering in a number of different capacities. She says theyâre also specifically seeking survivors and caregivers to take part in the Brighton Relay for Life event and while it can be a touchy subject, they want as many as possible to attend and celebrate. Anyone interested is asked to email Peters at Brightonrfl@gmail.com. Details can also be found through the link below. (JM)
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