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Home Run for the Cure bats cancer out of the park

October 15, 2014   ·   0 Comments

Cancer can be a terrifying journey and no one should have to go at it alone.
On a mission to help those in need, the Pink Tree Foundation hosted their 2nd Annual Home Run for the Cure (Co-Ed Slo-Pitch Softball Tournament) on Oct. 4 and 5 at the Nobleton Community Sports Park.
Amid the foul rain and cold winds the spirit of the people and players was upbeat and positive.
“They intended to come out to play ball and support this cause, and they did. The atmosphere was encouraging and humorous,” said Cassie Isola, event co-ordinator.
The opening pitch was thrown by Mayor Steve Pellegrini to cancer survivour, Teresa Saraceno at 8 a.m.
The games started with Pink Tree taking on West End.
Lots and lots of fun was had by everyone! The players, participants and public were invited to enjoy a charity BBQ, participate in a Home Run Derby and enter the raffle to win great prizes.
Nobleton Firefighters and mascot “Sparky” showed their support, handing out replica firefighter helmets, honourary  “Junior Chief” badges and fun cards to the children and kids-at-heart.
Qualifying teams met again on Sunday to play and fight for first place.
The top two teams, Sons of Pitches and Here for the Beer, qualified, through Slo-Pitch National (SPN), to play for Provincials!
Pink Tree Foundation holds various inspiring events to continue the conversation on cancer awareness and raise funds to advance cancer research, including Pink Tree’s 10K Walk to End Breast Cancer, Charity Garage Sale and, Home Run for the Cure Slo-Pitch Tournament. Close to their hearts is the mission to establish a Cancer Wellness Centre in York Region, for individuals, families and friends affected by cancer.
They are committed to providing a free and comfortable environment where peer-based conversations will be held to support, inspire, uplift, empower, educate and help those affected directly or indirectly by cancer. A place where people can interact with others who have walked in their footsteps, answer questions and provide comfort to help make their journey a little less anxious and a little more tranquil.
“We have been fundraising to advance cancer research in support of the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation, but we are also very focused on establishing this Cancer Wellness Centre. There is an immediate need for this type of facility in York Region,” said spokesperson for Pink Tree Foundation, Michelle-Shannon.
“Finding a cure is critical to us all. Cancer does not discriminate. We need to bring an end to cancer. However, as we look for medical solutions we also have to focus on supporting those who are in immediate emotional need today!”
“We will find a cure in our lifetime, as we work together, but we also have the opportunity now to support and dedicate a place for the purpose of empowering and supporting those who are faced with difficulties and are on the cancer journey now.
“It is all within our reach and together with our individual supporters and our business partners we can establish this peer-to-peer support facility, dedicated to the purpose of bringing people starting their journey together with those who have already walked in their shoes.
“I hope that people and businesses step up and get involved and support our goals. We have the ability through research and collaboration through the establishment of this facility to blow cancer out of the ball park,” said Michelle-Shannon.
Pink Tree Foundation has been involved in the Finding a Cure in our Lifetime campaigns since 2011. In the words of founder Amanda-Crystal, “Until there is a cure, it is a reality for everyone!”
For more information on the events or to volunteer, visit PinkTreeFoundation.ca or call 416-731-4241.

         

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