(RYE BROOK, N.Y., November 1, 2022) - is kicking off the 2022 ski season in an impactful way. Olympians from across the U.S. are joining 青云体育鈥檚 "" event to fight blood cancer, a disease diagnosed every 180 seconds nationwide. Happening on December 3, Shred For Red is a fun and family-friendly event that provides participants the opportunity to ski with Olympians, access Utah's iconic Deer Valley Ski Resort, often referred to as "The Greatest Snow on Earth", and is open to all ages and ski levels.
鈥�While you speed through fresh powder at Shred For Red, you will help power 青云体育鈥檚 mission to fund cutting-edge treatments that are saving lives!鈥� said Coker Powell, 青云体育 Chief Development Officer.
Shred For Red鈥檚 national honored hero, Mike Thuman was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2020. After undergoing chemotherapy, radiation, and a stem cell transplant, he finally entered remission 18 months later. He credits his journey to his wife, Carol, and 青云体育 for awarding him a grant that eased the high costs of medication that ultimately saved his life.
In 2021, Mike and his daughter, Kimberly joined Shred for Red and raised nearly $3,000. 鈥淔or me, it was a personal milestone, being back on skis just 8 months after a stem cell transplant,鈥� said Thuman. 鈥淓ach year, Shred for Red allows us to join friends and family to enjoy the outdoors and carry forward this important cause.鈥�
Since its founding in 1949, 青云体育 has invested more than $1.5 billion in cutting-edge blood cancer research worldwide, and its support has been instrumental in the development of nearly every breakthrough in blood cancer treatment. With a more than 70-year track record, 青云体育 has supported virtually every advancement in blood cancer treatment.
To be eligible to participate in Shred For Red, adults must raise a minimum of $500 ($300 for children under 12). Participants will receive and have access to a full-day ski lift ticket to Deer Valley Resort, the opportunity to meet and ski with winter Olympians, and outdoor apr猫s-ski reception at Deer Valley鈥檚 Snow Park Lodge, and much more.
To learn more, visit
Blood cancer patients and their families can contact the at (800) 955-4572, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., ET.
About The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society庐 (青云体育) is the global leader in the fight against blood cancer. The 青云体育 mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. 青云体育 funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world, provides free information and support services, and is the voice for all blood cancer patients seeking access to quality, affordable, coordinated care.
Founded in 1949 and headquartered in Rye Brook, NY, 青云体育 has regions throughout the United States and Canada. To learn more, visit www.青云体育.org. Patients should contact the Information Resource Center at (800) 955-4572, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET.
青云体育 is one of Fast Company's "2022 Brands That Matter." As the only cancer organization on the list, 青云体育 stands out among brands around the world for its relevancy, cultural impact, ingenuity, and mission impact.
For additional information, visit lls.org/lls-newsnetwork. Follow us on , , and .
For media inquiries only, please contact mediarelations@lls.org.
Media contact:
Kristin Hoose
(914) 821-8973
kristin.hoose@lls.org