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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
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Local Highlights
Awareness Night with the Madison Mallards
While raising awareness for pancreatic cancer, 120 people from the Madison Affiliate, many in purple, watched the Mallards beat the Eau Claire Express. The first pitch was thrown by Matt Miller, a 1 & 1/2 year survivor.
Madison Area volunteers at the Mallards' Game
Team Judi shows their support for the Mallards and Judi!
PurpleStride Madison 2013!
PurpleStride Madison 2013 was a wonderful and inspiring day! This year 5K and 2-mile run/walk was hosted at a new venue, Warner Park. Nearly 2,000 participants showed up to turn Madison purple on April 28. Together they raised more than $225,000, greatly surpassing the original goal of $175,000. Needless to say, the event was a huge success!
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Get more local news on Facebook! Connect with the Madison Affiliate's Facebook page! Madison Affiliate Visits Local Members of Congress
On August 21, 2012 volunteers, led by Barbara Karlen, met with staff members of US Senator Herb Kohl (D-WI) and US Representative Tammy Baldwin to discuss what they can do to help pass the Pancreatic Cancer Research & Education Act (S. 362/H.R. 733). These meetings, done in conjunction with the At Home Challenge, help to keep a spotlight on the importance of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network's congressional priorities.
Curt Finkelmeyer (District Director), Barbara Karlen (Madison Advocacy Coordinator), and Tammy Andries (Madison Affiliate Coordinator)
Thank You, Madison!
Thank you to all who joined the Madison Affiliate at Jazzed for Hope! We had over 230 people turn out to help raise over $55,000 for the fight against pancreatic cancer. Interested in joining the committee next year? Contact Adigail Nadler at anadler@pancanvolunteer.org.
Jazzed for Hope 2010 committee
Jazzed for Hope 2010 survivor photo
PurpleLight Madison 2012
PurpleLight Madison 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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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. To learn more, or if you are interested in one of these positions, please email Affiliate Coordinator, Tammy Andries, at tandries@pancanvolunteer.org. Together, we can know it, fight it, and end it!
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