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Hello! I will be participating in the Winter Pineapple Classic this year in support of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). This is our 7th year raising money for blood cancer research.  My mom, JoAnn died May 20, 1994 from Large Cell Lymphoma.  Our team name comes from the song Jamaica Farewell that my mom sang to my sisters and I as we were growing up.  This team was created in honor of my mom but has come to mean so much more.  I am an oncology nurse and I also run to honor and support my amazing patients. 

Before I run, walk, skip or crawl through this 5k obstacle course with a pineapple in hand in Redmond, WA, I will be raising funds throughout the season in the name of funding and finding a cure. Please consider making a donation to not only help me achieve my personal fundraising goal, but to benefit patients and their families everywhere.

What is the Winter Pineapple Classic?

The Winter Pineapple Classic is a fundraiser 5k(ish) obstacle course at King County's Marymoor Park on. Pineapple is not timed and is a family friendly event. All participants carry a pineapple (provided by Chestnut Hill Farms) and most dress in costume. For raising just $100 I get a long sleeved event shirt and access to the Georgetown Brewing beer garden. Although this obstacle course is a test of physical endurance, it pales in comparison to what blood cancer patients endure. All proceeds raised directly benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and since its inception, this event has raised over $5 million.

Thank you for your time, consideration, and sincere generosity. We Pineapple because beating cancer is in our blood.