I am walking in a 3-day, 60 mile adventure to be part of the cure for breast cancer. I am passionate about raising awareness and funds so that someday soon we can be free of cancer. To do this, I raise $2,300+ every year to be able to participate in the 3-day for the Cure. I also train all year by walking 20-30 miles a week.
How you can help
- Donate - It's easy, safe, and tax-deductible. Simply go to my website: www.the3day.org/goto/leannehope and click "Donate to Leanne in 2011!" Please help by donating as much or as little as you are able.
- Raise awareness - Are you female and getting older? Do you know someone who is? Being a woman and getting older are two of the top risk factors for getting breast cancer. Remember to do monthly self breast exams and see your doctor regularly. If you are over 40 you should be having an annual mammogram.
- Spread the word - Can't donate today? That's okay! Spread the word and help raise funds and awareness!
- Encouragement - The more involved I get in the 3-day world, the more people I hear about battling with cancer. Hearing about the lives torn apart by cancer fuels me to continue fighting. When I am tired and don't want to train, I think about the men left behind to raise babies. When my blistered feet cannot walk anymore, I think about women, bald from chemo, still fighting. Please send me your stories so that I can add your loved ones to the reasons that I walk.
