We look forward to planning the 2011 Rumpshaker 5K / Fun Run and hope that you will join us - please mark your calendars for March 26, 2011. Be on the lookout for the Inflatable Colon at local health fairs and community events near you.
TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY BRINGING ATTENTION TO THIS PREVENTABLE, TREATABLE, AND BEATABLE DISEASE.
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When - Sat, August 21, 8a – 12p
Where - 150 Gilbreath Drive, Oneonta, AL 35121 (map)
Description - Come out and see the Inflatable Colon this Saturday at St. Vincent’s Blount in Oneonta.
HELP US RAISE AWARENESS FOR COLON CANCER
We are currently seeking volunteers to help us raise awareness for Colon Cancer at various events featuring our Inflatable Colon. If you would like to be a part of our cause please email us here.
THE RUMPSHAKER 5K IS PROUD TO PRESENT $35,000 TO THE BENEFICIARIES OF OUR 2010 RACE, PRINCETON BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER AND ST. VINCENT’S HEALTH SYSTEM
Amanda Vandegrift, President of Rumpshaker, Inc. along with Dr. Mark Parker of Alabama Colon and Rectal Institute and Rumpshaker, Inc. Board Member, presented a check for $17,500 to Bill Moran, Senior Vice President of Philanthropy and Roby Simmons, Vice President of Surgical Services at St. Vincent’s Health System. The funds donated will go to the St. Vincent’s Foundation to be used specifically for colon/rectal procedures and awareness.
Amanda Vandegrift, President of Rumpshaker, Inc. along with Dr. Mark Parker of Alabama Colon and Rectal Institute and Rumpshaker, Inc. Board Member, presented a check for $17,500 to Keith Parrott, President of Princeton Baptist Medical Center. The funds donated will go toward Princeton Baptist Medical Center’s GI Labs where colonoscopies are performed.
About Us
The Rumpshaker 5k was organized by family and friends in the memory of Lisa Martz. On June 22, 2004, Lisa was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer at the age of 48. Although her cancer was advanced, meaning it was not only in her colon but had spread to another organ, she was determined to fight! During her near 4 year fight against colon cancer she showed strength and courage. She continued her devoted role as mother and grandmother. She showed enthusiasm for life, displayed her faith in Christ and according to her doctors exemplified the determination to live. Although Lisa fought with determination and faith her body succumbed to the disease on October 5, 2007.
In honor of her life we want to continue her battle against colon cancer. We have gathered strength from her example and maintain the hope she never lost sight of. In an effort to raise awareness of the disease, her family and friends along with the Alabama Colon and Rectal Institute, Princeton Hospital, and Fleet Feet Sports have organized this 5k run/walk in her memory. Please help Lisa, her family, and friends continue the fight… a fight that may save your life!
Our message is simple: TAKE A DAY TO SAVE YOUR LIFE! Regular colon screenings can detect precancerous polyps which can reduce your risk of developing colon cancer. Sadly, many individuals have awkward impressions about this routine procedure. Our goal is to educate individuals about the importance of scheduling regular screenings.
Rumpshaker, Inc. is a nonprofit organization with a mission to promote awareness and raise funds to fight colon cancer. Funds raised will go to the GI Labs of local hospitals in Birmingham, AL where colonoscopies and other colon screenings are performed. Additionally, funds will go to educate and raise awareness of colon cancer throughout the community.
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