For many years, a June event has marked the start of the summer season and brought hundreds of area residents together in their fight against cancer. There will be a change, however, this year to the annual American Cancer Society (ACS) Carroll County Relay for Life as it will be moved to a later date and new location. Everyone is invited to rally together on Aug. 29 at Graham Park. And though the pandemic has forced a different look and feel, organizers say the passion and commitment to this fight remains unchanged. “Whether we come together in person or you choose to support virtually, this event needs everyone to help fight against a disease that has taken too much from all of us, especially in the wake of the pandemic,” says ACS Senior Community Manager, Suzie Mages. “We envision a future where we no longer live with the threat of cancer. Unfortunately, that future is at risk and there is a mission urgency since COVID-19 forced the postponement of fundraising activities this past year,” she adds. Efforts are being made to ensure the safety of all as they work to bring back traditional elements. The Aug. 29 event will start with a parade at 5 p.m. along the ‘band route.’ The Carroll County Cattleman will provide a bagged meal for a free-will donation at the Graham Park pavilion, which can be enjoyed at the site. Survivor names will be read from the bandshell and luminaries will be on display throughout the park. There will be a silent auction running from 8 a.m. Aug. 22 until noon on Aug. 29 with details on items available viewable on their Facebook page, a link to which is included below. “Cancer won’t stop, and neither can we,” Mages says. More details about getting involved can also be found here.
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Relay-For-Life-of-Carroll-County-IA-306705249405660
Parade: Open to all survivors, fundraising teams, sponsors, first responder vehicles, implement dealers, parade tractors, motorcycle and car clubs and anyone else wanting to enter. Line up at the Adams Elementary School parking lot will be at 4:30 p.m. and a free-will donation will be accepted from non-registered participants who wish to support and join the fun. Parade will end at Graham Park.
Teams are welcome to set up a campsite anywhere in the park and can host onsite fundraisers.
Signing up to join an existing team, start a team, register as a survivor, make a donation or to become a sponsor can be done at www.relayforlife.org/carrollcountyia
Donations can also be dropped off at Bank of the West in Carroll—please make sure you let them know it is for Relay for Life.
