Striking Back with Cody: Fundraisers

Saturday, June 26, 2010

Fundraisers

Just wanted to say thank you to Russ's side of the family. June 11-12 was the Lovell Reunion (Russ's mom's side). There was a table set up where they were accepting donations and selling Striking Back with Cody wristbands. The family pitched in and was able to raise some money to help with Cody's treatment. A special thank you to Whitney Teagle (Cody's cousin) who sat at the table collecting donations.

Thank you also to Mary Jordan (neighbor to Cheryl, Cody's sister) who has put together two fundraisers in the last month to help raise money for the family. June 10th was the Cookie Lee/Shop Girl Fashion fundraiser and June 16th she hosted a Party Lite Party. 25% of all sales from both parities were donated to Cody's Cancer Fund. Thank you Mary for all your efforts.

Mary and Cheryl at the Cookie Lee/Shop Girl Fashions Fundraiser on June 10th

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A little about the Cancer

Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor, also know as DSRCT, is considered a childhood cancer that is predominantly found in boys and young adults. It is an extremely rare, highly aggressive cancer that is usually found as masses in the abdomen. Desmoplastic small round cell tumor is frequently misdiagnosed which is why the prognosis remains poor. This is an aggressive, rare, fast spreading tumor.

There is no standard protocol for treatment but it usually includes aggressive Chemotherapy, Radiation, and Surgery.

A special thank you...

Russ and Janae want to personally thank their families for being so supportive. They wouldn't be able to do this without each and every one of you. There have been so many donations coming in and fundraisers being put together by members on both sides of the family. Thank you so much for all the love and support.

"You don't choose your family, they are God's gift to you, like you are to them" - Desmond Tutu

A big Thank You, also, goes out to the the Town of Winnemucca. The community has pulled together in so many ways to show their support it is overwhelming. Thank you!!!

Thank you to Connors Drilling and all of the employees. Connors asked the employees, Russ's co-workers, for a voluntary paycheck deduction that would go to Cody's Cancer Fund. A big thank you to all the many generous people who participated. Thanks to you a good chunck of money was raised to help with Cody's medical costs.

Upcoming Fundraisers

Striking Back with Cody Wristbands Awareness wristbands can be purchased at the HAMS in Winnemucca for anyone interested in showing their support. Family members also have awareness bands or know where to get them. 2 Brothers Communications Fundraiser 2 Brothers communications Verison Wireless 508 W Winnemucca Blvd. Ste B Winnemucca NV, 89445 (775) 625-2355 April 1st through May 31st 2 Brothers Communications will donate a portion of sales for ANY new activation or upgrade (no stipulations) to the families of Cody Nielson and Kylie Hilbish. Verizon Wireless has also agreed to match the donation with a contribution of their own.