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NEWS
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JANUARY 2004 - JUNE 2004
JANUARY 2004
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It All Begins - Chad's Hope Is Formed A young boy burdened with a debilitating, potentially fatal illness learns of his chance of having a better future, to do the things his father dreamed of him doing. Researchers discover a procedure that shows promise, and soon the procedure will begin clinical studies on human patients. However, there is a financial cost associated with this treatment, and it's a load one family can not bare alone. Realizing there's a financial and emotional burden to all afflicted families seeking the experimental treatment, family and friends of Chad band together in an effort to raise funds, and more importantly awareness about Late Infantile Batten Disease. The journey began here, and soon people became aware of Chad, his story, and the need to find a cure for Batten. |
FEBRUARY 2004
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Ian, Chad's father, performs on Winnipeg's A-Channel's "Big Breakfast" (channel 8) on February 2nd, 2004. It's the first media exposure of Chad's story, and the first time people other than family and friends learn of Chad and of Late Infantile Batten Disease. The songs performed are songs selected to be on the upcoming fundraising CD. |
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LET IT SHINE!!! Shown here are the voices behind the song 'Shine' which was proudly selected for the Chad's Hope Fundraising CD "ASPIRE". Kitty (Grace) Buckboro, who composed and sang the song, was accompanied by her husband Craig on acoustic guitar, and Ian on lead guitar and bass. Chad's family contributed by singing back-up vocals. The song was recorded in the Forsyth home.
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Left to Right - TOP: Jeannette Foot, Kitty (Grace) Buckboro, Lindsy Jennings, Mandy Torchia, Craig Buckboro, MIDDLE: Marguerite Leask, Kera Heppner, Helen & Dena Torchia, BOTTOM: Chad & Cyndey Forsyth |
MARCH 2004
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BOOKS FOR A CURE Shown here are the wonderful students of Joseph Teres School who raised just over $500.00 for the Chad's Hope Fund. The proceeds were raised through a book fair fundraiser that was initiated by Jesse, the son of one of our committee members, and his teacher Mrs. Alexander. The students brought in books for their homes and sold them to help raise funds and create awareness about Batten Disease. The students have further challenged all schools to help in the fundraising funds for the cure. Our thanks to the children, Mrs. Alexander, Principal Laurie Sodomlak and Vice Principal Theresa Hunt for giving so much of themselves. Great Job!!! |
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Our first official fundraiser - "Social
For a Cure" took place on Sunday, March 14th, 2004 at the
Canad Inn's Rum Jungle Bar in Transcona. Despite being on a Sunday
night, over 600 tickets were sold and hundreds of supporters attended,
the event raised over $10,000.
[Click Here For Event Pictures] |
APRIL 2004
April was a busy time
for the Chad's Hope Committee, there were a lot of events planned, funds
were being raised, and the awareness campaign was well underway. Chad's
work was done, and tragically, he was taken from us on Easter Sunday.
Despite our sorrow, we continue, because Chad would of wanted it that
way.
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CANS FOR A CURE Seen here are Bonnie, Shannon and the kids from Dakota Collegiate. Bonnie, Shannon and the kids collected 240 pounds (that's right 240 pounds!!!!) of empty pop and beer cans for recycling. They raised $125.00 for the Chad's Hope Fund. This was not the last of Bonnie's good deeds, Bonnie becomes one of Chad's Angels, continuing to collect the used cans from her restaurant, raising awareness about the disease, and raising funds every way she can think of. She sets the template for unconditional love. God Bless You Bonnie! |
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HARDCORE FOR A CURE The Royal Arms walls thump with music from Sound Barriers, DJ CO-OP, Venetian Snares, Jaymez, True Till Tomorrow, and The Downfall. Most of these bands donated their time and their dimes to raise funds for Chad, the boy they never even knew!. The event raised $400.00 for the Chad's Hope Fund. Thanks to all the bands, and those who organized the event for all your hard and dedicated work. |
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MORE BOOKS FOR A CURE A special thank-you goes out to the boys and girls of Ecole Centrale School. The kids from kindergarten to grade 4 collected over 600 books which they sold a bookfare. These terrific kids raised just under $385 for the Chad's Hope Fund. WAY TO GO KIDS!! |
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The CD was set to debut in May of 2004 This event raised just over $4000.00 |
CONCERT FOR A CURE - GOES ON The Winnipeg Convention Centre was home to the Chad's Hope Concert for a Cure. The concert, which took place on Friday, April 23rd, 2004, featured Winnipeg bands - Freeman, IWitness, Wreckless, and Harlequin. Ian also performed two songs from the fundraising CD. We would like to thank the Winnipeg Convention Centre; our fantastic Stage Manager - John Loeppky; Gateway Publishing for creating the concert posters; OBO Security; Elite Communications for the satellite/DVD entertainment system prize; Patrick Walker for the Ozzy cross prize; Glen Brayshaw of Sunset Resorts for the Canmore Resort prize; Ventec for the Labatts vending machine prize; A Happy Happy Place for the band gift baskets; Winnipeg Limousine for transportation of the bands; our energetic MC - Mr. Laurie Mustard; the Massage Therapy At Work team for keeping us relaxed; the bands - Freeman, IWitness, Wreckless, and Harlequin; the A Channel, and everyone else that made this event possible. We especially want to thank all those who attended and all those who bought 'Tables of Hope'. |
Ian
performs "Where Are We Now" which is one
of the songs on the much anticipated "Aspire" fundraising
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Spiritual Music For A Cure On Saturday, April 24th, 2004 at the Blessed Sacrament Church in Transcona attendees were entertained with spiritual music from musical groups Decernment and Mercy Mercy. The evening was full of faith filled enlightenment, joy, and hope as the talented performers entertained the the attendees. It couldn't of come at a better time, it was something we all needed. Thanks to all you who gave us hope again. |
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MAY 2004
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Car Rally/Scavenger Hunt For A Cure 15 teams registered for this fun event. A special thanks to all who pitched in and volunteered and to all those teams who participated in the scavenger hunt, you were all winners!! Thanks Dee, your a champ!! |
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Books For Two Cures
John Pritchard School - 1490 Henderson Highway The founder of this school, John Pritchard himself would of been proud knowing that children attending his school almost 200 years later took the times out of their busy schedules to do unto others - having a book fair and raising funds for not only The Chad's Hope Fund, but also Canadian Diabetes Association. Way to go kids! |
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JUNE 2004
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Comedy For A Cure
Thursday, June 17th, 2004 Supporters, and those close to the cause, were entertained at Rumor's Comedy Club on Thursday night. Although our ticket sales were lower than we had hoped for, it was an enjoyable and successful evening. Thanks go to Ross at Rumor's, all those who bought tickets, and to Jeannette, Bruce & Tara for selling raffle tickets at the event. Just over $1000.00 was raised for the Chad's Hope Fund. Thank-you everyone! |
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