‘Relay’ Goal Met…By More Than Double!
Jackson County’s Relay for Life concluded on Saturday, June 5 with closing ceremonies at 6:00 am. Over 30 teams participated from the Jackson County community this year raising a whopping $65,000 for the county which goes toward research and providing services to those facing cancer. “Lights, Camera, Cure!” drew 1500 participants from all over Western North Carolina, becoming Jackson County’s largest Relay event to date, a great achievement for this organization.
Stanberry Insurance Agency raised $2,200, overwhelmingly reaching the original goal of $1,000. Through hard work and dedication, the Stanberry team held a profitable yard sale earlier in the spring to raise money as well as teaming up with O’Malleys Pub and Grill for a percentage night. To continue fundraising at the event, our team sold Root Beer and Coke Floats as well as a few hamburger meals.
Throughout the evening and into the early morning hours, team members walked the track which was lighted by luminaries to honor and remember those who have battled cancer. A deejay provided entertainment those wee morning hours to keep the crowds spirited and to energize the tiring walkers. Stanberry had four team members who camped out at the event and walked all night long—even through a light drizzle of rain!
Stanberry Insurance Agency is honored to be part of such a wonderful cause. Not only was the event a great opportunity for the community to come together and have some fun but it was for a great organization that fights to save lives every day! Stanberry will continue to help fight cancer by participating in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life for years to come.
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