| Last updated on April 20, 2008 |
In 1994 Celia Rosenberg was diagnosed with colon cancer. Although she bravely and tirelessly attempted to fight this deadly disease for 5 years, on April 6, 1999, her struggle ended. The life of a strong, caring and beautiful person was lost. Another victim claimed by this horrible disease. We must stop these senseless deaths.
In attempt to do so, Miles for Moms was established, to raise money for cancer research. All proceeds from Miles for Moms' events are donated towards cancer research and related programs. The purpose of our organization is threefold:
- To commemorate Celia's life, and the lives of all those we loved and lost to Cancer;
- To increase awareness of cancer and methods of prevention; and most importantly,
- TO SAVE LIVES BY FINDING A CURE.
But we need your help to accomplish these goals. We must find a cure by raising money for cancer research. You can help. You can make a difference.
On Saturday, May 10, 2008, Miles For Moms, an approved 501(c)(3) charity organization will host their 8th Annual For Moms Run/Walk, in Central Park, New York City. Miles For Moms was created in memory and honor of a wonderful woman and mother, Celia Rosenberg and all mothers who have battled cancer. This 4 mile event is complete with awards, give away prizes, refreshments, entertainment, and more importantly, dedication to a cause that has effected so many of us, the fight against cancer. All proceeds from the event support cancer research and related programs.
Proceeds from past Miles For Moms events have been donated to research facilities such as The Cancer Institute of New Jersey and The National Colorectal Cancer Research Alliance foundation (Co founded by Lilly Tartikoff, Katie Couric, and the Entertainment Industry Foundation Program) which funds some of the most advanced research to develop better tests, treatments and cures for colorectal cancer.
Description:
Miles For Moms is a 501(c)(3) charity organization founded in 1999 in honor and memory of wonderful mother, Celia Rosenberg, and all mothers who have battled cancer. Each spring Miles For Moms organizes a 4 mile charity run/walk in Central Park, New York City to raise money for cancer research and related programs.
This year, our 8th Annual Miles For Moms charity run/walk will take place on Saturday, May 10, 2008. The event is complete with awards, give away prizes, refreshments, music, and more importantly, dedication to a cause that has effected so many of us, the fight against cancer. To sign up for the 8th Annual Miles For Moms Run/Walk go to www.milesformoms.org or www.active.com.
Proceeds from past Miles For Moms events have been donated to research facilities such as The Cancer Institute of New Jersey and The National Colorectal Cancer Research Alliance foundation (Co founded by Lilly Tartikoff, Katie Couric, and the Entertainment Industry Foundation Program) which funds some of the most advanced research to develop better tests, treatments and cures for colorectal cancer. We hope this year with your help the Miles For Moms charity run/walk will be even more successful.
Event Details:
8th Annual Miles For Moms Run//Walk
Date: May 10, 2008
Place: Central Park in New York City at 102nd Street and East Drive (in the park).
Fee: $20 by May 5; $25 after May 5 thru May 10
Register: www.milesformoms.org or www.active.com
Donation only: www.milesformoms.org
Registration (Day of Event): 8:15 AM - 9:30
Run/Walk Start: 9:30 AM
Please see our
website: http://www.milesformoms.org for more details.
Join our Planning Committee:
We are looking for motivated and reliable individuals who would like join our Miles For Moms planning
committee and help plan future Miles For Moms events (including next years run/walk).
History:
Miles For Moms was created in 1999 and since that time has been organizing events to raise money for cancer research and related programs. Each year we have a 4 mile run/walk in Central Park, NYC. In addition, Miles For Moms has a planning committee and utilizes volunteers each year at the annual run/walk event.
Contact person: Renee Rosenberg-Jaffe, President, (917) 626-2559, (email)
Address:
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Central Park NYC At 102nd Street And East Drive (loop In Park)
New York, NY 10028
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Web Site: http://www.milesformoms.org
Directions:
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The address of our annual Miles For Moms 4 Mile Run/Walk is East Drive and 102nd Street in Central Park.
From the West Side in Manhattan take the number 2 or 3 or B or C to West 96th Street and. . . (more)
Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: 2,3,B,C, 6,
Walk distance (in minutes): 10 minutes
Nearest Bus Stop: East or West 96th Street, 5-10 minutes minute walk |
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