Your February Crew Newsletter

 February
Crew Profile of the Month: Irene Dziedzic
Irene Dziedzic has dedicated over 12 years to supporting Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. She first heard about OneWalk to Conquer Cancer from her aunt, who has participated over the years. In her second year, Irene’s aunt found it challenging to fundraise. So, Irene decided to help her by making and selling bracelets. What they thought would be a $1,000 fundraiser turned into something much bigger. That year, Irene and her aunt raised $9,000 – money that was immediately put to use at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. Since she started fundraising and supporting The Princess Margaret, Irene has successfully raised over $40,000 for the cause. She continues to make her infamous bracelets to this day! In 2006, Irene signed up to participate in the walk as a Crew Member. She wanted to be a part of the entire event! “Every year, I have someone to do this for,” she says. Most recently, Irene learned her best friend of 51 years has been diagnosed with breast cancer. This year, Irene Crews for her. After retiring in 2010, Irene has become more involved with OneWalk to Conquer Cancer. She helps in the event office by sending packages to new participants and organizing and packing medical supplies. On event, Irene supports the Medical Team. “It’s such a great event, a lot of emotion. People like Kitty Cohen are an inspiration,” Irene says, touching on OneWalk’s 103-­‐year-­‐old participant who was awarded the event’s first ever Heart and Sole award in 2015. Through the OneWalk, Irene feels she’s doing her bit to help be part of conquering cancer, funding research, support, education and care so scientists and doctors can find and implement better treatments for all types of cancer. Crew Captains Wanted
• Moto Safety • Refresh Station D • Participant Experience Fundraising Tips for February!
February is a great time to kick off your fundraising with holidays like Valentine’s Day & Family Day weekend. Below are some ways to start working towards your $500 goal! •
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Office Raffle for Valentine’s Day. Contact local restaurants and spas to see if they are open to donating. Nice bottles of wine & chocolate always make a nice gift! Host a Valentine’s party and ask for donations instead of guest’s bringing a hostess gift. Organize a family day event ie. bowling, movie night, scavenger hunt and offer it as a ticketed event.