Light the Night with LLS

Over the past few months, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society has shared the stories of their Honored Heroes – individuals and families who are fighting for their lives or have reached a place of healing.  These families have all benefited from the supportive services of LLS, the world’s largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancers (leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease, and myeloma).  Without such an organization, their situations could have been made much worse.
The California Southland Chapter of LLS invites residents and supporters alike to join in the fight against blood cancer by attending their Light the Night annual fundraiser.  The family-friendly event features activities for kids, an inspiring program highlighting cancer survivors and those who lost their battle, quiet areas for reflection and remembrance, and places for cancer patients and survivors to relax during the festivities.
The walk itself is roughly 1.5 miles and is designed for all ages and fitness levels. An evening event, survivors attend to carry white lanterns during the walk, while supporters carry red lanterns, and participants carry gold lanterns in honor or memory of a loved one.  This exceptional event rallies the community, bringing both awareness and crucial funding to cancer research.
LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world and provides free information and support services.  It has invested more than $1 billion in cancer research to date, including about $80 million last year.  In the California Southland Chapter area alone last year, LLS provided more than $1 million in patient financial support.
If you would like to help LLS continue to provide financial support to those who need it in your area, please visit www.lightthenight.org/calso to register or for information.