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“I feel strongly that it's my mission to be an advocate, a voice, because so many pancreatic cancer patients don't get the opportunity to do so. So many wonderful people have come into my life, whom I never would have met otherwise. It fills my heart with joy when new volunteers say ‘I want to become part of this group, and make a difference, like you are!’ Our affiliate has made an impact building awareness, fund raising, and equally important, creating a real community for survivors, families and friends.”

- Maija, sever-year survivor and volunteer

Contact Jim Teesdale, Affiliate Coordinator, to get involved.


	Local Events Gospel Festival 2013 Saturday, Jun 1, 2013 Talbot Agriculture & Education Center 10659 Hiners Lane Easton, MD 21601 PurpleStride Washington, D.C. 2013 Saturday, Jun 15, 2013 Freedom Plaza Washington, DC 20004 Baltimore Affiliate Meeting Thursday, Jun 27, 2013 Holiday Inn Express Hunt Valley, Conference Room 11200 York Road Hunt Valley, MD 21030 PurpleSwim Baltimore 2013 Sunday, Aug 4, 2013 Rocky Point Beach and Park 2200 Rocky Point Road Essex, MD 21221 PurpleStride Maryland 2013 Sunday, Oct 6, 2013 Druid Hill Park - Chinese Pavilion 900 Druid Park Lake Drive Baltimore, MD 21217

Local Highlights

PurpleStride Maryland 2012

Thank you to all who supported PurpleStride Maryland 2012! We were able to raise over $165,000. Whether you were a volunteer, sponsor, participant or donor, we appreciate your contribution to the fight against pancreatic cancer.

You can still donate to the event at www.purplestride.org/maryland.
Photos from the event are now posted at www.purplestride.org.

National PurpleLight Vigil for Hope

PurpleLight Baltimore took place on September 30, 2012 as part of the second annual National PurpleLight Vigil for Hope. This event happened in conjunction with over 50 additional PurpleLight Vigils across the country. It was a wonderful opportunity for family and friends of those touched by pancreatic cancer to come together to gain both comfort and encouragement. Photos will be available at www.purplelight.org.

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PurpleSwim Baltimore

PurpleSwim Baltimore 2012 was a huge success! The 5th annual event raised over $39,000 helping to raise funds and awareness for the fight against pancreatic cancer.

Thank you for your support and commitment!

Volunteer

There are many ways you can support the local fight and join other friendly volunteers committed to fighting pancreatic cancer. Whether you have ten minutes or are looking for a more extensive commitment, we have a role for you. Our volunteers focus on several key areas: raising general awareness, media, education and outreach to healthcare professionals, advocacy and fundraising and awareness events. Learn more.

We are currently looking to fill the following position within the Baltimore Affiliate:

Education & Outreach Coordinator: Leads the effort to create awareness about the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, our Patient & Liaison Services (PALS) program, pancreatic cancer and affiliate activities in the local community and within the healthcare professional community.

To learn more about this position, the local effort in particular, or to sign up to volunteer, please email Jim Teesdale at jteesdale@pancanvolunteer.org.

Together, we can know it, fight it, and end it!