A number of weeks ago I mentioned I would soon have some news to share here. Well, it took a little longer than I expected, but that's okay, I can share it now.
I have become Regional Coordinator for "ConKerr Cancer...A Case for Smiles." What is that? In its simplest terms it's an organization that provides cheerful, brightly colored pillow cases for kids with cancer and other chronic illnesses any time they are admitted to the hospital.
A Regional Coordinator makes contact with a local hospital to get permission for the program. From that point on the job is to always promote the program, recruit volunteers, donations, etc. It's a program that truly benefits all involved. The pillowcases are so easy to make even children can participate. This is a wonderful chance for families to participate in community service.
I urge you to visit http://www.conkerrcancer.org/ and check out the website. Make sure to view the video with Cindy Kerr receiving an award from Martha Stewart for her work with ConKerr...
Finally, think of ways you can help by either volunteering, donating, spreading the word, or anything that will help this cause.
And finally...
This effort was started by a woman named Cindy Kerr. When her son, Ryan, would enter the hospital due to his cancer, she would always have a new pillowcase ready for him to brighten his room, and hopefully, his spirits. Ryan lost his fight with cancer in March 2008. It was Ryan's wish that ConKerr would not only continue, but grow to the point that evey child entering the hospital would have a pillowcase waiting for him.
Have a terrific weekend!
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