Aiken gives and gives and gives
Aiken is an amazing town. We have lobsters, dogs and tricycles walking for good causes. We have men in high heels drawing attention to the plight of domestic abuse. There are dinners for people in blue jeans and tuxedos to give money to children in abusive situations. Owners of mansions and elaborate barns open their doors to the curious – again raising money for various causes. We seem to give and give and give.
It is well known that cancer is the second leading cause of human death in the United States. But what many people don’t realize is that it’s the leading cause of death in pets over the age of 2. Our 10th Paws for Cancer Walk was held this past Saturday and it was a wonderful morning of celebration – honoring and remembering those two and four-legged members of our families who have battled cancer. We have become family over the years – welcoming each other, sharing stories and drawing strength together to fight this horrible disease.
This year we raised (and are still collecting!) $12,000 – bringing to a total nearly $100,000 given to the American Cancer Society. We could never accomplish alone what we are doing together. This money is spent on research to find the cures for your kidney cancer, your bone cancer and many other types. It is truly a gift that keeps on giving.
Thank you to the dogs, cat and humans who walked the walk. Thank you to our corporate sponsors, Venture Group 115, Signworks, City of Aiken bloodhounds, SPCA, Jae-Mar-S Academy, Mixon Signs, Bone-i-Fide Bakery, Nanci Racki and Laura Janecek and all the other volunteers. The Paws for Cancer Walk is made possible because you volunteer. Because of you, people facing cancer have more reason to hope through every step of their cancer journey.
Dr. Holly Woltz
Aiken
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