LEUKEMIA AND LYMPHOMA SOCIETY’S TEAM IN TRAINING
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society is the beneficiary of Race to the End of Summer through its Team in Training program. The following is a breakdown of how donations are used at Team in Training.
Research……………………………….25%
Patient & Community Service……….33.4%
Public Health Education………………14.8%
Professional Education………………..3% (Total program services – 76.2%)
Management & General……………….8.3%
Fundraising…………………………….15.5% (Total Supporting services 23.8%)
LLS receives no federal funding. Because of the continued support of you and our partners and sponsors, in fiscal year 2010 we were able to -invest $72 million, which includes funding for 103 new grants to researchers in academic institutions and $8 million in contracts through the LLS Therapy Acceleration Program -support 347 research projects in the United States, Canada and 9 other countries -provide financial assistance to patients -sponsor scientific conferences around the country -produce educational materials and videos -run dozens of Family Support Groups nationwide. (http://www.teamintraining.org/firsttimehere/themissionandhistory/wherethemoneygoes/)
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA HALF MARATHON SERIES
Race to the End of Summer is part of the Northern California Half Marathon Series which has been created to enhance the sport of running across the Northern part of California. The Series gives all levels of runners an opportunity to further their abilities by running for a series finisher medal or for points, and ultimately prizes. www.norcalhalfseries.com
ATHLETESBOARD
AthletesBoard was created to help people who share our passion for sports. It doesn’t matter what your level is – you belong with us. We have specifically built tools to help you save money when you travel for your races. Find FREE or low cost ACCOMMODATION for your next sporting event or raceCONNECT with athletes when they come to race or train in your area EXCHANGE information with athletes living in the vicinity of your upcoming event LOCATE training buddies wherever you go and share experiences and knowledge about your passion Sign up now – It is FREE and easy! www.athletesboard.com