BK CLASSIC
Dear Readers:
I met the Kelley family when they participated in the Once Upon A Lifetime Program for their youngest son, Landon. Here he is at his one-year session with his siblings.
It was during this time that I learned of their story. They lived every parent's nightmare...the loss of their son, Brice to cancer. I am humbled by their story, their strength and their courage. They took a tragic event in their lives and turned it into something very positive, "THE BRICE KELLEY CLASSIC" a fundraiser for Children's Cancer Research. Please take a few moments to read the following letter and if you or your company would like to participate, please copy the registration form and mail it to Brice Kelley Fund, 106 Rilian Court, Grasonville, MD 21638.
Dear Sir or Madam,
Thank you for taking time out of your day to let us inform you about the fundraiser we are planning in memory of our sweet little boy, Brice Kelley, who is now an angel above, after losing his battle with cancer several years ago. At 6 months of age, in April of ’03, Brice was diagnosed with Stage IV neuroblastoma. Throughout his precious little life, he endured chemotherapy, a stem-cell transplant, radiation, tumor resection and 3F8 monoclonal antibody treatment. He did reach NED status (No Evidence of Disease) in 12/03, but 5 short months later, the cancer had come raging back. When it did, we were told he only had months left to live....when in fact, he only made it another 3 weeks. We awoke on the morning of Memorial Day ’04 to find that Brice had passed away in his sleep.
The event we will be holding is the 7th Annual Brice Kelley Classic. This is a golf tournament 1st started by friends and family of the Kelley’s when Brice was still alive to help raise money to offset the daunting medical bills for Brice’s treatment. After Brice’s passing, the family began the Brice Kelley Fund and continued the Golf event to help raise funds for Children’s Cancer Research. All proceeds from the Classic will go towards this cause. The Brice Kelley Classic will be held on Friday, October 8, 2010 @ Bowie Golf & Country Club in Bowie, Maryland.
In an effort to raise as much money as possible for Children’s Cancer Research, we will have a silent auction, hole-sponsorships, raffles and prizes. We are hoping your business would be able to either contribute an item, or items, to be used for these purposes. Monetary contributions would also be greatly welcomed to help offset some of the costs of the event.
As the Kelleys are very connected in the local community (Annapolis/Baltimore/D.C.), we fully expect the event to be completely booked. Your contribution will be highlighted to the 150+ participants, volunteers, etc. during the event. This is an excellent opportunity for the community to learn more about your business and your dedication to not only the community, but also special causes like children’s cancer research. No other precious child (or family) should have to endure what Brice and the Kelleys did and your organization really can help give them a fighting chance.
If interested in contributing, please contact Chris Kelley via email or phone (provided below). Additionally, if you would like to learn more about neuroblastoma, or children’s cancer in general, we would encourage you to check out these websites: HYPERLINK "http://www.cncf-childcancer.org/" http://www.cncf-childcancer.org/ AND HYPERLINK "http://www.childrenscancer.org/" http://www.childrenscancer.org/ .
On behalf of Brice, our family and all children battling cancer (and those yet to be diagnosed), we thank you in advance, from the bottom of our hearts, for your help and consideration.
Sincerely,
Chris Kelley
Angel Brice’s Daddy
Benefiting Children’s Cancer Research
October 8, 2010
9:00 AM Shotgun start
(arrive by 8:30am for registration)
Bowie Golf & Country Club
7420 Laurel Bowie Road (Rte. 197)
Bowie, MD 20715
$500.00 Per Foursome or $125.00 Per Individual
Includes Golf w/Cart, Food @ the Turn and Dinner Buffet, BK Classic Takeaway, “beverages”, Door/Raffle Prizes, and one heckuva a good time! 8-)
GOLF Registration
Please complete the following entrance form and return with a check (payable to the Brice Kelley Fund) no later than:
September 17, 2010
To:
Brice Kelley Fund, 106 Rilian Court, Grasonville, MD 21638.
______Name/Group______ Phone Number___ _____ Email__ _____ Handicap__
Golfer 1: ___________________________•_____________•_________________________•___________
Golfer 2: ___________________________•_____________•_________________________•___________
Golfer 3: ___________________________•_____________•_________________________•___________
Golfer 4: ___________________________•_____________•_________________________•___________
HOLE SPONSORSHIP
We are seeking companies and individuals to sponsor holes. The $100 minimum donation is greatly appreciated and will include a sign with your name (or company’s name) neatly displayed on the tee box of a designated hole.
Please complete the following form and return with a check (made payable to the Brice Kelley Fund) no later than:
September 24, 2010
To:
Brice Kelley Fund, 106 Rilian Court, Grasonville, MD 21638.
Name (if individual) _____________________________________________
Company Name_____________________________________________
Address _____________________________________________
Phone Number _____________________________________________
What would you like the sign to read (40 character maximum)?
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** Contributions for Door/Raffle Prizes, Silent Auction items, VOLUNTEERING **
Please email Chris at HYPERLINK "mailto:ckelley71@gmail.com" ckelley71@gmail.com if you or your company would like to contribute items for prizes, raffle items, silent auction OR if you are interested in volunteering.
