[chris]

Hello friends,

I'll be participating in a 2-day major cycling event called The Ride to Conquer Cancer benefiting The Princess Margaret, one of the top 5 cancer research hospitals in the world.

I'll be cycling over 200 kilometres that weekend, from Toronto to Niagara Falls, with thousands of other Riders. All the proceeds will go to The Princess Margaret to support cancer research, treatment, and services. The Princess Margaret is Canada's leading comprehensive institution devoted to cancer research and care, and the work they're doing is leading-edge.

I've agreed to raise at least $2,500, but I've set my personal goal to $5,000. So here's where you come in, because I need your help to do that. Could you please consider making a donation? Use the link at the bottom of this post to go visit my webpage, and please take the time to support me. Please keep in mind the commitment I'm making to end this heartbreaking disease and the personal efforts I'll have to make to accomplish this.

When I say "heartbreaking," here's what I mean: In 1987, when I was 10, my father was diagnosed with Cancer. He died three months later. Earlier this year my father-in-law lost his battle with Cancer. That's why I'm riding. To do something BIG about cancer. I hope that you'll share this incredible adventure with me by supporting me in my fundraising efforts.

Thank you in advance for your generosity!

My page: <!-- m --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.conquercancer.ca/goto/chrisandleah">http://www.conquercancer.ca/goto/chrisandleah</a><!-- m -->

Sincerely,

Chris Kirkpatrick

[ron]

Good Luck Chris;

I am in for helping the cause. My father died from cancer 34 years ago on September 9th.


Ron

[chris]

Thanks Ron!

The first day was a solid success with nearly $1000 of donations. Here's hoping I can continue this success and make my goal. Every little bit helps.

Thanks everyone!

[chris]

I'm well on my way to meeting my goal of $5000. Donations are 100% tax deductible (for Canadians. Not sure about Americans), so if you're looking for a tax receipt this year, I'm your guy.

Also, if you're interested in participating in the ride, join our team. We'll be glad to have you, and sharing the ride with Hip fans will make it that much more enjoyable.

If you've got friends or family who would be interested in sponsoring a rider, please forward the link to my page: <!-- w --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.conquercancer.ca/goto/chrisandleah">www.conquercancer.ca/goto/chrisandleah</a><!-- w -->

Big thanks to everyone who has already contributed, and those who will.

[MattyM]

Expect some sponsorship from myself and Emma to win it's way to you in the near future sir!

[chris]

Expect some sponsorship from myself and Emma to win it's way to you in the near future sir!

Thanks pal!!