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Cystic Fibrosis

Friday, February 22, 2013

ShamRockin' For a Cure On The Way to North Fulton

Bike tour kicks off this weekend; party continues March 9.

ShamRockin' for a Cure, which raises money and awareness for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, roars its way into North Fulton this weekend with its Bike Tour. The event culminates with a St. Patrick's Day-themed party on March 9 at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre in Alpharetta.  During the bike tour, volunteers will sell $20 raffle tickets for a chance to win a 2011 Triumph Bonneville motorcycle.  ShamRockin' Bike Tour dates and locations: The winner of the motorcycle (or $3,500 cash option) will be announced at the Verizon party on March 9, and the winner does not need to be present to win. The party is a casual affair to raise funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, with a goal to raise $200,000 in one night. Attendees have the chance…

Monday, August 13, 2012

Brookfield to Host 'Raise a Racket'

The Aug. 24-25 fundraiser benefits the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Brookfield Country Club is once again hosting "Raise A Racket" this summer to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Raise A Racket is a unique spin on highlighting knowledge of and providing support to people with Cystic Fibrosis and their families, as well as fund research to help find a cure. Cystic Fibrosis, a life-threatening disorder, is one of the most common lung diseases in children and young adults. One in twenty five people in North America are unknown carriers. “Money buys science and science saves lives” says Jon Baker, co-chair and founding member of Raise A Racket. “Every dollar raised makes a difference. The CF foundation is known as an organization that creates results.  A major breakthrough with Kalydeco has lead to a …

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