Schedule of Events
7:30 am Registration
8:00 am Opening Ceremonies
8:15 am 2 Mile Run/Walk Begins
After the run/walk is complete awards will be given to the top male and female overall runner finishers. Awards will be given in the following age divisions:10 and under, 11-15, 16-19, 20-35, 36-49, 50 and over.
For directions to Armstrong Park, please visit www.beaherobdm.blogspot.com
Parking is available at Armstrong Park, and will be directed for the run/walk.
Send to:
Britani Madala
5801 Charles St.
Racine, WI 53402
262-639-2501
1st Annual
Be a Hero: Run for Awareness
September 23, 2006
Armstrong Park
Racine, Wisconsin
Organized to benefit blood donation awareness, the Blood Center of Wisconsin, and Be a Hero: BDM
Donations Make the Difference
Be a Hero: Run for Awareness 2006-Pledge Form
Name:________________________________
Address:______________________________
City/State/Zip:________________________________
Phone: (______)_________________ Age:_______
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Participants must turn in their donations and this form at the run/walk on September 23rd.
All proceeds will benefit the Blood Center of Wisconsin.
Be a Hero: BDM
Hello. My name is Britani Madala, and one of my greatest passions is blood donation awareness as well as blood donation itself.
Blood donation awareness is a passion of mine for a few reasons; One of my childhood friends, Alex Olson, died last March due to Leukemia. Alex had to go through many blood transfusions and bone marrow transplants. Alex has passed away, although his life was prolonged due to the many people Alex considered heroes: those who donated blood and/or marrow to a complete stranger. Alex made me realize how important blood donation is. In fact one in three people will need a blood transfusion in their lifetime, and every three seconds a blood transfusion is being performed.
Another reason I promote blood donation is because my 4 month old puppy suddenly became anemic. I asked the veterinarian before my puppy died if a human could donate their blood to an animal; her response was no. I began to wonder: if people are willing to do whatever they can to save a pet’s life, why aren’t more people worried about saving other human lives?
One of our family friends, who will be participating in the run/walk has breast cancer, and now has a port inside of her chest to make her many blood transfusions easier so that her arms do not bruise. These are just a few reasons I strive to promote blood donation awareness, as well as blood donation itself.
Last August, I started the program Be a Hero: BDM which works with the Blood Center of Wisconsin to promote blood donation awareness. I help to organize blood drives and help people conquer their fears of donating blood. I enjoy telling stories such as the ones above to help in making people aware of how important blood donation is, as well as, the difference it can make in people’s lives.
Be a Hero: Run for Awareness has been created with the goal to raise money for the Blood Center of Wisconsin and also raise awareness on the importance of blood donation. I am striving to reach these goals with your help. Your participation and pledges ensure growing support for blood donation, and those thankful patients receiving the blood transfusions. This walk is giving both those who are eligible, and those who are not the opportunity to come together, stand strong, and spread the word that blood donation matters.
For more information visit www.beaherobdm.blogspot.com, www.bloodcenter.com or email Britani at madal002@uwp.edu
Registration Form
Name:_________________________________Address:_______________________________
City:______________________ State:________ Zip:_____________
Phone: (______)_____________
• I have had a blood transfusion.
Check One:
• 2 Mile Run
• 2 Mile Walk (Walkers will not be timed.)
Sex and Age
• Male
• Female
Age on 9/23/06: _______
Run and Walk Fees
Please circle- Pre-Race Day Race Day
Adult $15/each $17/each
Child(under 18 yrs.) $10/each $12/each
Payment Method
Total Amount Enclosed $______________
• Check
• Cash
I am unable to participate, but I would like to make a donation of $__________.
(Make check payable to the Blood Center of Wisconsin)
Make checks payable to the Blood Center of Wisconsin and mail to: Britani Madala, 5801 Charles St. Racine, WI 53402
Waiver must be signed in order to participate.
Waiver: I hereby release Armstrong Park, Blood Center of Wisconsin, Be a Hero: BDM, all sponsors, officials, and volunteers involved in the race from liability incurred by my participation in this event. I grant permission for the organizer to use all photographs or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. Participants under the age of 18 years of age must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Signature of Entrant Date
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Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian if under 18 Date
