I began my volunteer life when I was going through a rough spot in my personal life. It was time for me to give back
Approximately seven years ago, a friend asked me to attend a centurions (centurions are no Volunteers in Action) social. She explained this group was the volunteer arm for Palmetto Health Foundation and helped with fundraising and awareness for Palmetto Health Cancer Centers. Cancer has always been a fear of mine going all the way back to when I was first made aware of the early warning signs of cancer. So for me to be able to help our community in this area was GREAT!
That year, this friend was the featured breast cancer survivor for Palmetto Health Foundation's Walk for Life. To see her and how she had conquered her illness was inspiring I formed a team that year and we walked. It's been a fantastic journey.
This year we are adding a 5K certified race, and I am so excited. Having a 5K race as part of our event will bring out even more participants and will help us reach another group of caring and giving athletes.
I hope you will join us. Do it because you can!
