Last year I shared the story of how we lost this beautiful young spirit when Hodgkins Lymphoma took our son, Patrick, from us. The pain of that loss never diminishes. Not even a little. I became involved with the 11DPP and the inspired leadership that brought it to life to honor Patrick’s memory and to raise money for research so that someday there will be a cure for this disease. I continue to be truly humbled by the way so many stepped up and supported this special cause. The experience was so uplifting and gave me such a sense of Patrick’s presence that I have no choice but to do it again this year. Unfortunately, while skating in February, I tore my rotator cuff. Surgery was February 28th and I am working through the slow rehab process. My goal is to be on the ice for our shift in July! Please consider supporting me this year.
This summer, more than 2,500 pairs of skates will hit the ice to play in the 2019 11 Day Power Play Community Shift to help in the fight against cancer! The 11-day game will be played in continuous shifts at Harborcenter in Buffalo, NY. This important event supports The 11 Day Power Play, raising critically-needed funds for cancer research and wellness programs at Roswell Park, Camp Good Days and Make-A-Wish WNY. While it is physically challenging to play in a marathon hockey game, it's a walk in the park compared to what most endure in their battle against cancer. Cancer is a disease that touches everyone, and The 11 Day Power Play wants to make an impact in our community. In the past two years, The 11 Day Power Play has raised nearly $2.5 million supporting cancer causes in Western New York.
Donations are graciously accepted online or by check. Please write checks out to 'The 11 Day Power Play' and send to PO Box 4, Buffalo, NY 14223. If you are interested in a sponsorship, contact Sara Schumacher today.
To learn more about the 11 Day Power Play organization, visit www.11daypowerplay.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
| Supporters | |||
| Name | Date | Amount | Comments |
| The Arthur J. Gallagher Foundation | 12/19/2019 | $250.00 | Kevin Keenan | 07/15/2019 | $100.00 | #PatrickStrong | Doug & Janice Ross | 07/15/2019 | $250.00 | Very proud of you Keith! I know Patrick and Kelly were smiling down on you! | Deborah Feldman | 07/15/2019 | $100.00 | Christian Martinez | 07/14/2019 | $50.00 | Patstrong! | Megan and Alex Zach | 07/14/2019 | $50.00 | Pat Strong forever! Puck cancer <3 | Dolores Whistler | 07/14/2019 | $100.00 | Jeffrey Long | 07/11/2019 | $50.00 | David & Barbara E. Tripp | 07/11/2019 | $100.00 | In honor of Patrick Waldron | Bob and Michelle Schifferli | 07/09/2019 | $100.00 | GERALD LAURIA | 07/08/2019 | $100.00 | Paul Wells | 07/06/2019 | $150.00 | #PatStrong | Karen GREGORY | 07/05/2019 | $200.00 | PuckCancer!!!!! | Howard Sadkin | 07/03/2019 | $100.00 | Kathryn Moloney | 06/29/2019 | $200.00 | #PatStrong | Rick & Jackie Whistler | 06/27/2019 | $200.00 | Julie Waldron | 06/26/2019 | $1,300.00 | PatStrong forever! Go Team Whistler! | John Gaffney | 06/20/2019 | $200.00 | patstrong | Jon & Gretchen Kurtz | 06/17/2019 | $100.00 | Emma Maniez | 06/10/2019 | $125.00 | Carol & Joe Starck | 06/02/2019 | $50.00 | Sharf Family | 05/20/2019 | $100.00 | Such a wonderful cause. Patrick’s affectionate smile will always resonate with our entire family. | Rob Dean | 05/19/2019 | $100.00 | Forever strong. | Jack HERLAN | 05/19/2019 | $100.00 | Jenna Bizovi | 05/19/2019 | $50.00 | PATSTRONG! | RIchard Suchan | 04/18/2019 | $100.00 | Keith - you're amazing! Thanks for doing this. | Frank & Carla Boccio | 04/14/2019 | $250.00 | Keith what an amazing way to honor Patrick | Hannah Whistler | 04/13/2019 | $50.00 | Patstrong ❤️❤️ | Mike Molisani | 04/11/2019 | $100.00 | Love the donation page photo. Keep the same one on my nightstand. PatStrong everyday. | Doug and Laurie Wright | 04/11/2019 | $100.00 | We loved Patrick and think of him everyday - prayers for a cure for this terrible disease. | Bud Whistler | 04/10/2019 | $100.00 | M, T, C & H B | 04/10/2019 | $200.00 | Dwight Moldenhauer | 04/02/2019 | $50.00 | DONALD BROWN | 04/02/2019 | $100.00 | Joe Kreuz | 04/02/2019 | $100.00 | Fond memories of a man taken from us at such a young age. His smile is a enduring gift. | Jim & MaryBeth Basil | 04/01/2019 | $500.00 | Wonderful thoughts and memories of Patrick are always in our minds! Keith.. you are a good man for helping others in need! | Peter Gross | 04/01/2019 | $250.00 | Marty Jay | 03/26/2019 | $100.00 | Pat Strong; I’m glad to be a part of this | Chris & Karen VOGELSANG | 03/26/2019 | $50.00 | Kevin & Peggy Gregory | 03/26/2019 | $250.00 | Thomas Rosenecker | 02/26/2019 | $100.00 | Keith Waldron | 01/31/2019 | $250.00 | Love you forever and ever buddy and miss you more than words can express. | James Mulcahy | 01/31/2019 | $250.00 | Pat Strong |
| Total | $7,125.00 | ||