Step Up to the Challenge

We know that raising thousands of dollars and training to complete a marathon, century ride, triathlon or hike is challenging, but we also know that you can be successful!  In fact, we want to take it a step further and challenge you to go above and beyond your minimum fundraising goal and become a bonafide Western North Carolina (WNC) Rock Star !  How? Well, if you can raise $1,000 or more over the fundraising minimum for the event you have chosen, you will receive the following exciting incentives and special recognition:

• A customized race day singlet that will proudly display the WNC Rock Star design (below)
• Y our name prominently displayed on the Western North Carolina Chapter's website
• A f ramed certificate acknowledging your success

In addition, you'll stand out as a top fundraiser and will be recognized for your support and dedication to finding cures for blood cancers.  Over the weeks leading up to the event, you will receive e-mail updates on new incentives to motivate you to accept this challenge.  Be on the look-out for more information and get excited!

*The top 10 fundraisers from across the nation for each event will be recognized at the Pasta Party and receive special race weekend incentives.

The Rock Star Logo

The popular Team In Training phrase, "Saving Lives, One Mile At A time," borders the North Carolina Rock Star center in the shape of a star.  The emblem was designed to represent the Society's North Star 2015 Vision, in which we envision that in the year 2015, the great majority of people who have been diagnosed witha blood cancer will be cured or they will manage their illness with good quality of life.

Why Should YOU Step Up?

You will allow for more money to directly benefit LLS's mission. You will receive special recognition and incentives. You will help TNT reach the $1 billion mark this year. You will challenge yourself and feel an even greater sense of accomplishment!

What are you waiting for?

We want to encourage each and every one of you to step up to this challenge.  There is no need to contact us to get started -- all you have to do is set a personal goal above your fundraising minimum, add that to your fundraising website and start working towards it.  It's that easy!  We will be here every step of the way to help you reach that goal.  If you do not have any questions, feel free to contact us.  Otherwise, what are you waiting for? 

Goforit !!!

Current Western North Carolina Rock Stars

Spring/Summer 2009

Harriette Thompson - Metro Charlotte
Rock'n Roll Marathon - San Diego

Lisa Ryan - North Charlotte
Country Music Marathon - Nashville

Mark Hunnicutt - Asheville
Tri Latta Triathlon - Charlotte

Robert Payne - Triad
Fletcher Flyer - Fletcher

Cara Catafulmo - Charlotte
Fletcher Flyer - Fletcher

Brenda Canter - Asheville
Tri Latta Triathlon - Charlotte

Suzanne Glasgow - South Charlotte
Rock'n Roll Marathon - San Diego

David Miller - South Charlotte
Rock'n Roll Marathon - San Diego

Bill Byrne - Asheville
Seattle Rock'n Roll Marathon

Chip VanNess - Charlotte
Grand Canyon - Hike

Scott Peterson - Charlotte
Tri Latta Triathlon - Charlotte

Cat Reid - Charlotte
Country's Most Beautiful Bike Ride - Lake Tahoe

Jen Wilson - Charlotte
Seattle Rock'n Roll Marathon

Mimi Ravenna - Charlotte
Seattle Rock'n Roll Marathon

Fall 2009

Christa Boggs - Charlotte
Virginia Beach 1/2 Marathon

Elizabeth Schneble - Charlotte
Virginia Beach 1/2 Marathon