The community came together on May 31 for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Atlantic County, held at the Police Activities League in Egg Harbor Township. The event raised more than $28,000 to support the American Cancer Society’s mission to save lives, celebrate survivors, and lead the fight for a world without cancer.
With the theme “Lights, Camera, Action Against Cancer,”teams brought Hollywood to life by decorating their fundraising tables in tribute to their favorite films. The spotlight was on cancer survivors and their caregivers, who were honored during the opening ceremonies, recognized in Survivor and Caregiver Laps around the track, and treated to a complimentary luncheon. Thriver Donna Weaver delivered the keynote address. Dr. Amit Borah was the healthcare speaker.Dr. Borah is a fellowship-trained Interventional Pulmonologist at AtlantiCare, board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, and Critical Care Medicine.
The day featured a variety of spirited activities including trivia games, Zumba sessions, a wing-eating contest, and themed laps. The emotional centerpiece of the event was the Luminaria Ceremony, a touching tribute where candlelit bags lined the track, each bearing the name or photo of a loved one impacted by cancer—honoring survivors and remembering those who have passed.
“This event is about hope, remembrance, and taking action,” said event organizers. “Every dollar raised helps bring us closer to a world where no one has to hear the words ‘you have cancer.’”
About the American Cancer Society:
The American Cancer Society is a global grassroots force of more than three million volunteers saving lives and fighting for every birthday threatened by every cancer in every community. As the largest voluntary health organization, the Society’s efforts have contributed to a 20 percent decline in cancer death rates in the U.S. since 1991, and a 50 percent drop in smoking rates. Thanks in part to our progress nearly 14 million Americans who have had cancer and countless more who have avoided it will celebrate more birthdays this year. We’re finding cures as the nation’s largest private, not-for-profit investor in cancer research, ensuring people facing cancer have the help they need and continuing the fight for access to quality health care, lifesaving screenings, clean air, and more. For more information, to get help, or to join the fight, call us anytime, day or night, at 1-800-227-2345 or visit www.cancer.org/fight
