In a cozy room full of volunteers, the Brown County Relay for Life organizers acknowledged the hard work of volunteers and generosity of donors which led to the 2010 Relay raising a record amount of $130,000. The goal for this year’s event was $110,000.
“There was $20,000 raised just in sponsors on the t-shirts,” stated Margaret Carter, Brown County Relay’s 2010 Chairperson.
Carter spoke of the success of the Relay, not only in amount of funds raised, but also in the event participation being the best ever. There were 35 committee members this year and close to 70 teams that helped contribute to the cause.
“There were more teams than ever that stayed through the night,” Carter said.
Some teams have already started raising money for the 2011 Relay as the 2010 event closed.
Carter, with the help of committee members, awarded plaques to the top 6 teams at a recognition ceremony Tuesday evening at Brownwood Regional Medical Center:
- Team Josh – $7761
- Vintage Rose – $7591
- The Welch Family – $6180
- Team Gillian – $5494
- Fit By Faith – $4774
- Brownwood Case Management – $3900
This year’s Relay was dedicated to the memory of Vicky Newton. Her sister, Camille Newman, was present to accept a beautiful quilt made of the Relay T-shirts which was crafted by Darlene Wall.
Casey Ratliff and Jo Lyn Knight were announced as the 2011 Relay for Life Co-Chairmen.
Thank you certificates were given to teams: Team Garrett, True Believers, Team Coldwell Banker & Friends, Laura’s Legacy, Team Brookeshire, Team CMS, Team Vicky Newton, Team Nanna Go Getters, Team HPU, Team Laura’s Legacy #2, Early Cheerleaders, Team Doc’s, Team Abbey, Team #2 Party Hats (BRMC – 3E), #3 Zebra Brady Home Health, #4 TSTC, BRMC – 4E, Care Team 1, Care Team 2, Bev’s Bunch, Lighthouse Home Hospice, Brownwood Nursing and Rehab, State Farm, B.C. Lifers, Vintage Rose, Carousel Daycare, The Bunco Divas, Team Wal-Mart, Guardian Healthcare, Brownwood Intermediate School, 2E, Songbird Lodge, CTO 2, Girling Home Health, Walker Cancer Center, Case Management, Materials Management, Team Thacker, Team Adams, Destiny’s Harmony, Kittleberger Knights, Team Solaris, Team Walgreens, Fit By Faith teams 1&2, The Rage, The Welch Family, Team Josh, CABC #7, Team Gillian, The Cancer Crushers, Peggy’s Posse, Brownwood Fitness, Volunteers, Medical Records, Girling Community Care, Oakridge, True Believers #1, Ranger College Student Nurses, Southside Church, BHS Cheerleaders 1&2, BHS Cheerleaders, Cross Country, Winner’s Circle Pier Support, and Sarah’s Birthday Party.
“We want to thank all teams for the great effort put forth by everyone,” stated Carter. “This Relay generated a lot of community support for families such as the Tittles, Laura’s Legacy, Vicky’s family…it was unbelievable.”
“We don’t want to lose momentum from this year’s event,” said Carter. “We need to remember the happy things like Gillian, and survivors who participated as well as helping keep the memories of those who have passed on.”
Vintage Rose receiving the 2nd place award
Team Gillian gets 4th place
Quilt and plaque in memory of Vicky Newton
