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Carrollwood Relay for Life Seeks Supporters
Community members who want to get involved are invited to attend a committee rally today for Relay for Life.
Last year, Relay for Life of Carrollwood raised $58,000 for the American Cancer Society.
This year, the goal is $75,000.
To get things off the ground for the next Relay for Life on May 3 and 4 of 2013, organizers are hosting a committee rally from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. today (Sept. 6) at the Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road.
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Anyone interested in joining this year's committee is invited come, said Kristin Rink Votta, team development chair and owner of Fitness-Tek Personal Training Studio.
Funds raised allow the American Cancer Society to buy wigs for cancer patients, among other uses, she said.
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"This is for people who have no idea what it is and want to find out how to make a difference," said Rink Votta, also a member of the Carrollwood Area Business Association.
is a team-based event that supports people who have battled cancer through events that include a luminaria ceremony, food, games, and a survivors lap around the school track.
Rink Votta said anyone who wants to start a team or knows survivors can attend tonight's meeting.
"It's a rare thing to not have your life touched by cancer, whether it's a friend or family member," she said. "Together, we can make the biggest difference."
To R.S.V.P. for the committee rally, call 813-319-5909.
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