Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation

For my bat mitzvah project I am combining something I love with something important to me. I found Karina story  and knew I wanted to help. Karina is a six-year-old girl battling leukemia. She and her mom were kind enough to share their story and educate others on the work being done to try to find a cure for children’s cancer. They began to raise money for Alex’s Lemonade Stand, a charity that donates their proceeds to pediatric cancer research.

I am running nine 5k’s, the equivalent of a marathon, to help Karina meet her goal. As of right now, I have run four races and plan to complete the rest over the next year. I hope you will join me in my journey to raise money for this amazing cause. Thank you in advance to all of those who are donating to support me.

Want to join OVS students in making a difference? We are raising money to benefit Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, and any donation will help make an impact. 

More information about Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation: Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation emerged from the front yard lemonade stand of cancer patient Alex Scott. In 2000, 4-year-old Alex announced that she wanted to hold a lemonade stand to raise money to help find a cure for all children with cancer. Since Alex held that first stand, the Foundation bearing her name has evolved into a national fundraising movement. To date, ALSF has raised more than $150 million and funding over 800 pediatric cancer research projects across North America.

In Celebration of my recent launch of my team The Gold Key Property Group of Exit Elite Realty FW my initial intention was to host a "Launch Party/Reception". The purpose was to introduce my mission, staff and team members to friends, family and fellow real estate associates. Since September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, I made the decision to re-direct those funds to a charity in support of this most worthy cause. 

It is my hope that you will join me in my fundraising effort this month. So, in celebration of the birth of The Gold Key Property Group please make a donation in support of research and cure for childhood cancers. All donations will be forwarded to Alex's Lemonade Stand. To show our appreciation for your selfless donation, we will be forwarding each of you a wristband to show your participation. 

Any donation towards our $5,000.00 goal would be greatly appreciated. We will definitely see you soon at our "kick-off" celebration. It is just very difficult for me to conceive of partying and celebrating this month, when a cause so dear to me is being observed. If you know my story, I'm sure you understand! 

Thank you in advance for your empathy, and most importantly, your generous participation.

Sincerely,

Teila Thorne
Mom, Friend & Realtor