Monday, June 16, 2008

Spinal Cord Society - Raleigh Chapter

The Spinal Cord Society (SCS)-Raleigh Chapter is hosting their 10th annual golf tournament, with auction, to raise money for medical research to CURE chronic spinal cord injury paralysis. This year's event will be held September 8, 2008.

You can help by teaming with us and becoming a Sponsor or a Donor. An August 1st deadline is imposed for Sponsorships. If you decide to join in playing golf, understand there is a September 1st deadline for reservations. Tickets will be mailed one week before the event. Please don’t delay!

If sponsorship isn’t something you’re up for, please consider making a donation. For your contribution, you and/or your company will be promoted in all publications and verbally announced during the banquet ceremony.


Here are two images of two very dear friends of mine that would benefit from your help...

1. Meet Stephanie, she's the one in the middle of the photograph. This woman is full of spunk and is great to be around. She always knows how you make you laugh! Stephanie is a quadriplegic and is the main person behind this event. She pours her heart and soul into it for months before and months after the actual event! She amazes me with everything she does! Her side kick Steve is pretty great too!



#2. Meet Jason. He's my boyfriend's brother. Jason was injured about 7 years ago in a snow boarding accident and has lost feeling from his belly button down. However Jason is still able to drive and do many things people wouldn't think are possible. He is one of the most loving people I have ever known (his entire family has lots of love) and most of the time you see him he has a smile on his face. Love you J!


SCS, a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization receives no government funds; instead it relies upon its volunteer chapters who raise money through community involvement. 100% of the money donated to the SCS research fund goes to research only.

This year, SCS made additional advancements with the development of a cellular delivery system that produces neurotrophins within the transplants. Additionally, a culture of oligodendrocyte precursor cells (OPC’s) has been produced. The second master combination trial begins this summer and will include these original contributions. Your contribution will help to raise the necessary dollars needed to finance this expensive medical research, allowing people who live with paralysis, realize their dream of walking again.

For more information about the event, including sponsorship packages, or how you can help send me your email and I'll be glad to send you an event brochure!

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