LLS’ 17th Annual Leukemia Cup Regatta Does It Again

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Orange County/Inland Empire Chapter hosted their Jr. Leukemia Cup Regatta, and Harbor 20 Leukemia Cup Regatta on May 18-19 in Corona Del Mar, Calif. The Leukemia Cup Regattas are thrilling events held across the country that gather sailors to compete and help raise funds to find cures for blood cancers.

This year’s Leukemia Cup Regatta’s were a huge success with the support of several participants and volunteers. Overall, over 40 boats participated in the 2-day Jr. Leukemia Cup Regatta, and 24 participated in the Harbor 20 regatta. So far, the 2013 Leukemia Cup Regatta campaign has raised almost $75,000, and the campaign is looking to reach a goal of $100,000.

The PHRF Leukemia Cup Regatta will take place on Saturday, July 13^th. You can register to race  at www.bitly.com/registerLCR. More information can be found online at www.leukemiacup.org/ocie or call Krystle Lisenby Joseph at 714.481.5620.

ABOUT THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY:

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) is the world’s largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer. The LLS mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world and provides free information and support services.

Founded in 1949 and headquartered in White Plains, NY, LLS has chapters throughout the United States and Canada. To learn more, visit www.LLS.org or contact the Information Resource Center at (800) 955-4572, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET.

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FOR INFORMATION:

Krystle Lisenby Joseph
Phone: 714.481.5620
Email: krystle.lisenby@lls.org