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Phoenixville 'Relay for Life' Raises $80K
The event was held at Valley Forge Christian College.
“Even though our event is over,” Relay for Life of Phoenixville chair Jennifer Epps said during the 2012 relay's May 13 closing ceremonies, “the fight against cancer continues.”
But what an event it was.
This past weekend at Valley Forge Christian College, participants from across the borough and beyond brought in $80,392 to benefit the American Cancer Society. The fundraising goal for the year is $102,000, and donations will be collected through August.
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The Relay for Life, the top fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, began in 1985 and has since spread to 21 countries. It is believed to have raised $3 billion to date.
As for the Phoenixville iteration, Epps recognized a group of students from Phoenixville Area High School who helped set-up for the relay.
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Below, via The Phoenix, are the top fundraising individuals and teams.
Top Teams:
- 1st place - Kurt’s Krew - $7,093
- 2nd place - Wings Walkers - $6,882
- 3rd place - Classmates for a Cure - $6,577
Top Individuals:
- 1st place - Curin Romich - $3,673
- 2nd place - Denise Wisneski - $2,618
- 3rd place - Ann Wilhelm - $2,475
