Umigo Fundraiser: A SUCCESS!!!!

It's a small sign but it made around $1,900 dollars!

Thank you everyone for your hard work!

The Umigo fundraiser Walkers for Knockers hosted Sunday was a huge success.  Here we are just setting up the wine tasting area.  This is a sampling of wine we had.  There were many more bottles stored in the staff room.

Dustin was a real sport.  He hung stuff from the ceiling and blew up balloons until he was red in the face.  He did a terrific job and we really appreciate all he did to make it a festive occasion.

The baskets we raffled off were wonderful.  Lots of imagination and hard work went into creating them. We definitely have a creative team.  Umigo was nice enough to also add a gift basket for our raffle.

Here are some samples of the baskets that were created.

I thought Nancy really went all out for the gardening basket.  It turned out not to be a basket but a cute little cart with all her potting and planting goodies inside.  It made a fantastic centerpiece for the raffle.

I think the Starbucks Coffee basket was the most popular.  Eyes would light up when people would first see it.  It definitely had a lot of tickets in the jar so the competition was fierce.

Not only did people enjoy the wine tasting but they spent lots of time on the track racing the carts.

I personally enjoyed interacting with the various people who came.  They were a very nice group who were serious about helping us raise money for cancer research.

The Walkers for Knockers team would like to thank:

Umigo of Livermore, for the use of their premises, the beautiful basket they made for us to raffle off, advertising our event and donating a portion of their ticket sales Sunday to our team.

Checkers Catering of Livermore for donating the food and setting up such a beautiful display.

Elliston Winery of Sunol for their generous donation of a variety of wines for our raffle and tasters.

Thumbprint Wine Cellers of Healdsburg for their generous donation of a variety of wine.

Starbucks for the wonderful donation of coffee for our event.

Sal and Lee Gurule for their donation of a wonderful coffee basket for our raffle.

Lori Pavich for her wonderful donation of the African basket which we raffled off.

Without the combined help of the team members who volunteered their Sunday night and local businesses we wouldn't have had such a successful fundraiser.

Thank you so much everyone, we're all very proud of the money we raised for the American Cancer Society.

Remember the fundraising has definitely not stopped.  So if you're reading this and want to donate, we would love your support!

relayforlife.org/sanramonca

Click on 'Three ways to Donate' and then select if you are looking for a team member or our team in general. Type in 'Walkers for Knockers' or the name of the person you want to contribute to and you'll be taken directly to our donation page.

If you prefer, you can contact Sarah or Brittany at Walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and they'll be happy to accept your cash or check donation.  Also, they can answer any questions you might have about our team and events.   

Wanted: Pretty Purple Potty!!!!

DESCRIPTION:

HEIGHT:  30"

WEIGHT:  Refused to be weighed

RACE:  Kohler

SCARS:
Upper L Tank

Front L Lid
Lower Front Base

Pretty Purple Potty is described as a 30 inch tall purple toilet (yes, a toilet) wearing painted flowers and "Walkers for Knockers," and "Relay for Life" lettering.  'Potty', is considered armed (with a sign) but not dangerous.

After raising over $700 in funds for the American Cancer Society's San Ramon Relay for Life, PPP has been charged with "Stinking Up the Neighborhood" and "Blackmail."  

Purple Potty was last seen in Contra Costa County and is believed to be on the lam.  PPP has been seen traveling from safe house to safe house throughout the Tri- Valley area.  Sources confirm that Potty is still raising funds (under the assumed name of Purple) for the Walkers For Knockers team.  Local officials have no interest in pursuing the charges from Contra Costa County but to play it safe, we believe keeping on the move is the best defense.  

If you have seen the Pretty Purple Potty, please leave a comment on today's post and email:

 WalkersforKnockers2010@yahoo.com 

 UPDATE:  We believe PPP was last seen at the home of Vickie in Livermore.  This is the last picture taken of Potty.  As you can see, it's been roughed up a bit more.  Information on the street indicates it's looking for a back alley painter to aid in removing it's scars.

More information to follow as we receive it.

relayforlife.org/sanramonca

Click on 'Three ways to Donate' and then select if you are looking for a team member or our team in general. Type in 'Walkers for Knockers' or the name of the person you want to contribute to and you'll be taken directly to our donation page.

If you prefer, you can contact Sarah or Brittany at Walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and they'll be happy to accept your cash or check donation.  Also, they can answer any questions you might have about our team and events.   

Hiding out at Pam's house.....

PPP is hiding in plain sight.  It's starting to look a little worse for wear.  Where'd the scratches on the base, seat and tank come from?  I'm thinking it sustained the injuries while fleeing from the cops in Danville.  Poor Potty.  Ailing, hurt and yet still making money.

How about a little touch up Sarah?  I think Potty deserves a mini face lift for doing such a terrific job supporting the American Cancer Society.

I might be a majority of one who finds this funny.  The person who sent PPP is named Jerry.  She never had it displayed at her house.  Instead, she skipped having the PPP resting on her front lawn and paid to have it sent directly to her daughter Pam.  Now that's what I call a loving mom!

Thanks Pam and Jerry for being such great sports.  Most of all, for your support!!!

relayforlife.org/sanramonca

Click on 'Three ways to Donate' and then select if you are looking for a team member or our team in general. Type in 'Walkers for Knockers' or the name of the person you want to contribute to and you'll be taken directly to our donation page.

If you prefer, you can contact Sarah or Brittany at Walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and they'll be happy to accept your cash or check donation.  Also, they can answer any questions you might have about our team and events.   

Pretty Purple Potty Arrested.......

...Almost!  We have heard reports that the Pretty Purple Potty has been charged in Contra Costa County with, "Stinking Up the Neighborhood" and "Blackmail!"  Our insiders have found out the police have been notified of the allegations against the Pretty Purple Potty.  Of course,  'Potty' is innocent until proven guilty of these charges.  Sources within the circle of the PPP tell us Potty denies these allegations and says it was sent legitimately by a paid benefactor to the location in question.   We believe 'Potty' may have skipped town and is hiding in another county.   Our sources on the street have indicated it's possible it's in Alameda County.   You are encouraged to leave comments under today's story if you have seen the Pretty Purple Potty or email WalkersforKnockers2010@yahoo.com for further information.  We will continue with live updates on this important issue.  Although we do not encourage lawlessness, we stick by PPP's innocence and feel keeping it on the lam is the best method of avoiding arrest by the Danville Police Department.

Remember, you can support the Pretty Purple Potty and Walkers for Knockers by contributing as follows:

relayforlife.org/sanramonca

Click on 'Three ways to Donate' and then select if you are looking for a team member or our team in general. Type in 'Walkers for Knockers' or the name of the person you want to contribute to and you'll be taken directly to our donation page.

If you prefer, you can contact Sarah or Brittany at Walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and they'll be happy to accept your cash or check donation.  Also, they can answer any questions you might have about our team and events.   

Doug & Cindy.....

Cindy and Doug are the Chairpersons for the San Ramon Relay for Life chapter.  They're terrific sports and gave us a morale boost with their encouragement of our purple toilet fundraiser.

Here are their two adorable little boys enjoying a moment in the sun with our Pretty Purple Potty.

We'd like to thank Cindy & Doug for the kind supportive words but most of all, their donation.  We're not in first place yet but we are certainly working hard to get there.

Remember, you can still donate to our team at:

relayforlife.org/sanramonca

Click on 'Three ways to Donate' and then select if you are looking for a team member or our team in general. Type in 'Walkers for Knockers' or the name of the person you want to contribute to and you'll be taken directly to our donation page.

If you prefer, you can contact Sarah or Brittany at Walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and they'll be happy to accept your cash or check donation.  Also, they can answer any questions you might have about our team and events.  

Umigo Fundraiser & Marge.....

Things have been a bit quiet lately, so I thought I'd introduce you to Marge and her son Sean.  Marge has been working tirelessly with Brittany and Sarah on our fundraisers.  She doesn't get much credit because she's so quiet, so I thought I'd recognize her here in the blog.  

Right now she's helping organize the fundraiser at Umigo in Livermore on May 16th.  They're nice enough to give us a portion of the proceeds from their Kart racing rentals for the day.

Tickets are only $20 per person and kids are FREE.  

The day will include:

• Free food (graciously donated by Checker Catering)
• Free wine tasting
• Live music
• A fun arcade
• A bounce house for the kids.
• A chance to wind some great raffle prizes including some gift baskets worth over $200.

For tickets you can contact me at dwgnldy@yahoo.com (put fundraiser tickets in the subject line) or shoot an email to walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and either Sarah or Brittany will make sure you they call you.

If you can't make the fundraiser, remember you can still donate directly to our team or a member at:

relayforlife.org/sanramonca

Click on 'Three ways to Donate' and then select if you are looking for a team member or our team in general. Type in 'Walkers for Knockers' or the name of the person you want to contribute to and you'll be taken directly to our donation page.

If you prefer, you can contact Sarah or Brittany at Walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and they'll be happy to accept your cash or check donation.  Also, they can answer any questions you might have about our team and events.  

Picture Time!!!!

Well, our beautiful little toilet has been busy again.  It's a fantastic fundraising idea that has proven not only to be profitable but is putting a smile on the faces of the wonderful people who have hosted it.

Denise was kind enough to display the PPP for us and donate to our team.  Way to go!  We value your support.

Loisel was also a great sport and contributed to the team and happily sent the toilet on to another house for display.  Looks like Sarah matched the little flowers on the toilet to Loisel's house.

We can't forget how great Ken and Michelle were about our little gift.  You guys are wonderful and your donation is going to a fantastic cause.

I'd like to thank everyone to date that has helped keep the toilet visiting new homes.  You're participation in this fundraiser is what is making it such a huge success.

Remember, if you haven't had the toilet or aren't going to have it but would like to contribute to our team, we'll be happy to put your donation to good use and fight cancer will all our power.

Also, if you'd like to have the toilet displayed at your home or business for a day, contact Sarah at walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com.  She'll be very happy to put you on the list for displaying this beautiful purple piece of art!

To donate directly to our team go to:

relayforlife.org/sanramonca

Click on 'Three ways to Donate' and then select if you are looking for a team member or our team in general. Type in 'Walkers for Knockers' or the name of the person you want to contribute to and you'll be taken directly to our donation page.

If you prefer, you can contact Sarah or Brittany at Walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and they'll be happy to accept your cash or check donation.  Also, they can answer any questions you might have about our team and events.  

The Meeting & the Andersons

Yesterday (Sunday), we had a W4K meeting.  Quite a lot got done.  There are plans and goals in the making.  From left to right are Brittany, Sean, Marge and Sarah.

Sarah and Brittany will be sending out an invitation for a big meeting coming up to ask for help at the Umigo fundraiser.  Also, they'll be addressing when the baskets to be raffled off are due.

Speaking of Brittany.  Here she is.  I don't have any info on her yet....that's a hint to you Brittany to let me know why you're so involved with the Relay for Life walk.  

I do know she's participated in the Susan G Koman fundraiser in the past.

Thank you so much Kristin and Tom Anderson for your wonderful support with the PPP.  Your donation is very much appreciated!  

What great sports you are.

To donate directly to our team go to:

relayforlife.org/sanramonca

Click on 'Three ways to Donate' and then select if you are looking for a team member or our team in general. Type in 'Walkers for Knockers' or the name of the person you want to contribute to and you'll be taken directly to our donation page.

If you prefer, you can contact Sarah or Brittany at Walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and they'll be happy to accept your cash or check donation.  Also, they can answer any questions you might have about our team and events.  

The Running Potty....

The Pretty Purple Potty has been busy...busy...busy.  Here it is at Andrea Robb's house strutting its stuff.  Thank you Andrea for the wonderful donation to our team!

Erin Eddy was also kind enough to display our cause in front of her house.  I just don't know how many different ways I can thank these wonderful people for contributing to our team.

I have to admit, I look forward to where Sarah is going to display the sign.  Kristin and Rachael were kind enough let the PPP visit them for a day.  

Thank you everyone, for being such great sports and keeping the potty moving from place to place.

Now for the blatant plug for money:

To donate directly to our team go to:

relayforlife.org/sanramonca

Click on 'Three ways to Donate' and then select if you are looking for a team member or our team in general. Type in 'Walkers for Knockers' or the name of the person you want to contribute to and you'll be taken directly to our donation page.

If you prefer, you can contact Sarah or Brittany at Walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and they'll be happy to accept your cash or check donation.  Also, they can answer any questions you might have about our team and events.  

Two More Recipients.

Sarah has been busy, busy, busy this weekend.  Here's Don (Sarah's dad) and Ruth S.  Ruth is the latest recipient of the Pretty Purple Potty.  Wow, by the time I type this, she will have given instructions where to send it next.  Thanks so much Ruth!

During the weekend, Jack and his mom Theresa were the proud owners of the PPP.  Which means the toilet is still somewhere in Livermore.

I'm not only amazed at the great sense of humor of our adult recipients but at the support we are getting from teens.   It's refreshing to see a young male who supports and recognizes the importance of ridding this disease from existence.  Great job kiddo!

To donate directly to our team go to:

relayforlife.org/sanramonca

Click on 'Three ways to Donate' and then select if you are looking for a team member or our team in general. Type in 'Walkers for Knockers' or the name of the person you want to contribute to and you'll be taken directly to our donation page.

If you prefer, you can contact Sarah or Brittany at Walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and they'll be happy to accept your cash or check donation.  Also, they can answer any questions you might have about our team and events.  

Thank you Lori! Wow....$180!

Thank you so much Lori Olsen for the fantastic contribution of $180!  Wow....what else can we say?  Your generosity is very much appreciated.

What's just as great is, you've sent Sarah out to put our lovely Pretty Purple Potty on someone else's lawn.  Keeping that little beauty moving is the entire point of this fund raiser.  Again thank you!

How about meeting another one of our Walkers for Knockers team members?  Okie dokie....world heeeeeeeeeers.....Lindsay!

How about telling us about yourself?

I have had the honor to meet and get to know Brittany and Sarah through work- ing for the American Swim Academy. 

When I was asked if I wanted to be part of the Walkers for Knockers Relay for life team, without hesitation I said yes. 

Fortunately my family has been lucky, and has stayed out of cancers grasp for now. But I have numerous friends, and friends parents who haven't been so lucky. I have participated in a few Relay for Life events growing up, but they didn't have the meaning that this particular event has. I want to do this for all those who have cancer, had cancer or might get cancer one day.

The fight is on!

To donate directly to our team go to:

relayforlife.org/sanramonca

Click on 'Three ways to Donate' and then select if you are looking for a team member or our team in general. Type in 'Walkers for Knockers' or the name of the person you want to contribute to and you'll be taken directly to our donation page.

If you prefer, you can contact Sarah or Brittany at Walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and they'll be happy to accept your cash or check donation.  Also, they can answer any questions you might have about our team and events.

Meet the Gardner Girls & Dustin

Now this is proof we have a cool toilet.  How many young teenage girls would be willing to pose with it if it wasn't? 

The toilet left Rose and Herb's house and landed at their neighbors.   Ken and Donna are not only great sports but their daughters are also.

I understand, the toilet might make a few more houses on this particular street.  That's just fine with us.  Keep sending that little beauty out and keep it raising money for American Cancer Society.

Let's meet Dustin now.  We have to introduce him just 

so you don't think Scott is the only male member of our team.  We're not sexist.  We'll take male and female feet for the walk.  After all, cancer doesn't care about sex, religion or race.  

My name is Dustin Taylor Lionbarger.  I was reeled into this organization by our fearless leader Sarah. This will be the first relay for life for me and I'm already enjoying it. 

This picture is of myself and my Grandpa Taylor. We happened to be wearing the exact same thing on the day we went camping! He was my best friend and lived a full happy life. He and my Grandma loved to camp and vacation in Hawaii. He battled through multiple types of cancer but from what I remember he acted and seemed as healthy as an ox. 

Now for the blatant beg for money.  If you've already donated, we thank you so much.  How about talking someone else into donating?    Yep, we'll take their money too!

To donate directly to our team go to:

relayforlife.org/sanramonca

Click on 'Three ways to Donate' and then select if you are looking for a team member or our team in general. Type in 'Walkers for Knockers' or the name of the person you want to contribute to and you'll be taken directly to our donation page.

If you prefer, you can contact Sarah or Brittany at Walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and they'll be happy to accept your cash or check donation.  Also, they can answer any questions you might have about our team and events.

The Captain's Family....

The toilet has been parked at our co-captain's (Sarah) grandparents house.  So, world meet Herb and Rose.  If you've been reading the blog, you'd know that's Nancy in the middle.  She was the first recipient of the PPP.

I think the toilet will be moving again today.  But in the meantime, I thought I'd take the opportunity to introduce you to our co-captain Sarah and her husband, Scott.

Okay, I'll admit to being partial on this one because Scott is my son and Sarah is my daughter-in-law.

Before you look at the pictures, I have to tell you Scott hates having his picture taken.  Seriously, it was like pulling teeth to get him to stand still for pictures when he and Sarah got married.

It's time to meet one of the captains.  I was going to say half the brains of the team but that doesn't sound very good so I'll hush up now and print what she has to say in her introduction.

Hello everyone!  I'm Sarah and Co-captain of Walker for Knockers.  I began this team with Brittany after some life altering events.  This year, breast cancer hit too close to home.  That left me with an overwhelming urge to do something positive.

On June 26th, you'll catch me doing a million things for our team.  I'll be on the track whenever I'm needed, along with fundraisers and activities during our relay.

Here's a picture of my hubby, Scott.  As our resident late-bird, he'll be out there during the night hours of the relay.  I'm planning on having a great time while raising awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society.

See you all on the track!

Last but not least.................

Remember, if you would like to donate directly to our team you go to:

relayforlife.org/sanramonca

Click on 'Three ways to Donate' and then select if you are looking for a team member or our team in general. Type in 'Walkers for Knockers' or the name of the person you want to contribute to and you'll be taken directly to our donation page.

If you prefer, you can contact Sarah or Brittany at Walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and they'll be happy to accept your cash or check donation.  Also, they can answer any questions you might have about our team and events.

Pint size recipient of the Pretty Purple Potty...

Well, the toilet has not made it out of Livermore.  It's a city filled with pretty good sports, so it could be there awhile.

This is John David, he has to be our youngest recipient of the PPP.  It would appear he's so young he hasn't quite grasp the use of a toilet.  He thinks it's a nice big chair for his doggie.

I love how Sarah finds a different way to display the sign each time.  Now that's what I call creative!  Keep up the good work, kiddo!

Okay, he's found the lid works!

Thanks to the Hubbards, Wootens and now the Cloynes, we've raised $70 to add to our team goal for Cancer Research.

That's not bad considering we initiated this fundraiser just a few short days ago.

I want to thank everyone who's participated on this project so far and to those of you who will donate in the future.  There are so many charities out there, I know it's hard to pick which one to contribute to.  

All I know is, of all the diseases out there, cancer is the one who has hit virtually every household.  Whether it's a family member who has won or lost a battle to this disease, a co-worker or friend.  I believe almost everyone has had to deal with the sadness cancer brings to our hearts.

Remember, if you would like to donate directly to our team you go to:

relayforlife.org/sanramonca

Click on 'Three ways to Donate' and then select if you are looking for a team member or our team in general. Type in 'Walkers for Knockers' or the name of the person you want to contribute to and you'll be taken directly to our donation page.

If you prefer, you can contact Sarah or Brittany at Walkersforknockers2010@yahoo.com and they'll be happy to accept your cash or check donation.  Also, they can answer any questions you might have about our team and events.