Community came out to support Relay for Life

AAs director of the American Cancer Society Relay for Life, I would like to thank the residents of Mon-mouth and Ocean counties for their generosity and support. More than 1,200 people on 72 teams participated in this year’s event at Freehold Raceway, raising over $140,000 for the American Cancer Soci-ety’s research, education, advocacy and service programs in our area.

The outstanding support received proves that the people of Monmouth and Ocean counties are truly committed to the fight against cancer.

I want to applaud the more than 100 survivors who participated in the opening ceremony and the survivor recognition. They are the reason we continue the fight, because each year there can be more and more people living wonderful lives following a diagnosis of cancer.

A special thanks to the many Relay for Life volunteers who worked to make this event a success. The Relay for Life Com-mittee did an outstanding job of putting the event together.

We also appreciate the generosity of this year’s corporate sponsors. Relay for Life would not be possible without the help of corporations like Builders General Supply Company, Meridian Health System, and Carluccio, Leone, Dimon, Doyle and Sacks, LLP.

Again, thank you for supporting the American Cancer Society, and remember, it’s not too early to become involved in Relay for Life for next year.

Cara Kowalski

Relay for Life Director

American Cancer Society

Jersey Shore Region

North Brunswick