As time passes, people say it gets easier... at this point, I find that hard to believe - but will hold out hope that those that have gone thru this speak truth. While it will never be "right", I'm hopefully it will be better. We all miss Jerry every day in the little things. Knowing we will never see his smile, hear his laugh and watch his eyes light up with merriment or be the brunt of a smart alec comment of his.. we still find those moments in our daily lives and think "Jerry would love this".. that will never change and I hope it never does.
Today, I found out that Jerry’z Kidz raised $8,566 dollars in the KC Aids Walk- placing us as the Fourth highest fundraiser this year (we missed 3rd by $94!) Team Clover, Banana Republic and Team Bucket were ahead of us. Jerry would be so proud of all the hard work and effort that everyone put into this years’ walk. I am proud and honored to have worked, laughed and cried among so many of you as well. It was truly a great event and Jerry was with us every step of the way.
I am also extremely happy to report (for those of you that don’t already know) the birth of my 7th “child” – ok, a nephew, but still… Camren Jerry Oehler was born on Sunday, April 19th and while he, Tracy, Kevin and Wyatt weren’t able to make it to the Aids Walk due to medical reasons – he is healthy, beautiful and growing so fast. Jerry’s little namesake is a treasure indeed.
Jerry’s birthday passed us June 21st in a day of reflection and memories and to those close to him- was not forgotten. The first day of Summer was and will be a beautiful, albeit sad, day to remember from now on. Jerry would want it to be a happy day – and it will… eventually. You know you can hear him making comments and rolling his eyes at me right now.. :)
As most of you know, we planted a tree in Theiss park in KC to honor Jerry during the Aids Walk weekend – it is thriving beautifully and I know several people in the KC area have told me how it looks on a regular basis. Over the July 4th weekend, the Cahill family planted another tree, some flowers and made a reflection/memorial area at our parents home in North Liberty, IA. It turned out beautiful and while it has some work to be done yet, it looks great.
It's hard to believe it has been 5 1/2 months since Jerry departed from our world. Challenges come and go in our lives - personally, professionally and privately... mourning the loss of Jerry hits us every level possible. The comfort and support of friends and loved ones in Jerry's life have made it easier on all of us that were touched by his spirit. Knowing we are not going thru this alone and we have many shoulders to cry upon, help share the burden and heartache of this loss will hopefully comfort everyone on some level. Whether it's an e-mail conversation, a phone call, a Facebook posting or a good old fashioned hug and cry fest... we can all get thru this eventually. Time may not heal all wounds, but it sure does help it to not fester...
I know each of us are dealing with his absence in our own ways and I know personally, I feel his loss keenly every day. Some days are better than others. Life is moving on and while it will never be the same, it will move on. Jerry will always remain in our hearts, our memories and our laughter.
They say it takes a minute to find a special person,
An hour to appreciate them,
A day to love them,
And an entire life to forget them.
…..More accurate words have never been spoken…
I wish you all well until next time…
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Friday, April 24, 2009
Jerryz Kidz T-Shirt Distribution
Hi everyone,
We will be distributing the t-shirts tonight and tomorrow before the walk.
For those of you that would like to pick up your t-shirt prior to the walk, we will be at the Hampton Inn Country Club Plaza at 4600 Summit (@ 46th St) TODAY (Fri 4/24) between 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm in the main lobby area.
T-shirts are $10/shirt. If you'd like to pay by check, please make it out to MARILYN CAHILL.
If you are unable to pick up your shirt today, we will be distributing them starting at 8:00 am Saturday morning at the Jerryz Kidz booth at Theiss Park.
If anyone has any questions, please feel free to call me at (310) 595-4045.
~ Sherri
We will be distributing the t-shirts tonight and tomorrow before the walk.
For those of you that would like to pick up your t-shirt prior to the walk, we will be at the Hampton Inn Country Club Plaza at 4600 Summit (@ 46th St) TODAY (Fri 4/24) between 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm in the main lobby area.
T-shirts are $10/shirt. If you'd like to pay by check, please make it out to MARILYN CAHILL.
If you are unable to pick up your shirt today, we will be distributing them starting at 8:00 am Saturday morning at the Jerryz Kidz booth at Theiss Park.
If anyone has any questions, please feel free to call me at (310) 595-4045.
~ Sherri
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Aids Walk Team Sign up & Donating/Pledge Information
It appears that some people may still not know how to sign up to walk and/or make a straight donation to Jerryz Kidz/Aids Walk.
The following information is how to go about doing that:
Please join the Jerryz Kidz team on April 25th, 2009 as a Team Walker!!
AIDS WALK Kansas City
Saturday April 25th, 2009
Theis Park
Across 47th Street South of the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art
Registration opens at 8:00am
Team meeting/photo at 8:30 am @ Jerryz Kidz Table
Welcoming Ceremonies at 9:30am
We Walk at 10:00am
Jerryz Kidz/Aids Walk KC Raffle drawing at 11:45 am
http://www.aidswalkkansascity.org/
Please feel free to contact me with any questions at sherri.cahill@napster.com
or 310-595-4045 (cell) or 310-281-5006 (office)
** Feel free to forward this information along to anyone else that might be interested in participating with us. All are welcome!! **
KANSAS CITY AIDS WALK INFORMATION
(Everything you wanted to know….and then some…)
TO JOIN TEAM JERRYZ KIDZ AND WALK
Get your donation and pledge faces on and get ready to raise money for Jerryz Kidz/Aids Walk. It’s simple, easy and most people are willing to sponsor you to walk or make a straight donation for such a worthy cause. All it takes is a friendly e-mail, phone call or a stroll around your office or neighborhood to see if people are willing to donate to Aids Walk Kansas City. So, sign up as a team walker then start getting pledges & donations from family, friends and neighbors! Also, many companies do a “Matching Gift” contribution- so if any of your co-workers donate/pledge, they may be eligible thru your company for a “matching gift” – check into it!
This year if you sign up as a Jerryz Kidz Team Member you have a couple fundraising choices you can use the attached pledge sheets like we have done in the past and/or each member can create his/her own online individual fundraising page complete with a personal statement, pictures, and daily updates on pledge totals. If you wish to create your own page which will be linked with the Jerryz Kidz team page follow the instructions below, its pretty simple (even if it may not seem like it at first glance – it really is easy), if you have any questions or need any help please don’t hesitate to contact me.
NEW This year, there is a great tool for those of you on Facebook! There is an app you can choose that will load your fundraising page onto your Facebook account – this will enable all your friends to make donations thru Facebook and is an additional tool to help you get donations.
Click on the link to see the Jerryz Kidz team page (you can also join the team from here) http://www.firstgiving.com/process/teamarea/default.asp?did=1615&TeamId=60049&EventId=45727
1) To create your page, just go to www.firstgiving.com/aidswalkkc
2) 1st Page: Click on the 'Get Started' button.
3) 2nd Page: Click on Kansas City Aids Walk 2009'
4) 3rd Page: Enter your email address, select 'I'm new to this site' and hit the 'continue' button.
5) 4th Page: 'Your Details' page, fill out your information and click on the 'continue' button.
6) 5th Page: 'Are You Part of a Team' page, Go to the second box - 'Yes, I am raising funds as part of a team', under Team Name go down to Jerryz Kidz and click on the 'select' button to the right.
7) 6th Page: 'Create your fundraising page',
7a) first box, choose a web page - e.g. - http://www.firstgiving.com/yourname
7b) second box, design your page - under choose a page title - Jerryz Kidz -
7c) Where the image of the woman walking -- 'change the image' you can choose to leave the default image shown or you can choose another image from the collection supplied or if you have a picture you prefer or from past walks you can choose to post that. You may also choose a 'caption' for below what ever image you choose.
7d) If you have a Fundraising Target you can enter that amount and the thermometer will display at the top of your personal web page and show your Fundraising progress. The Fundraising Progress thermometer will only show if you enter a Fundraising Target. Last year Jerryz Kidz raised over $7000!!!
7e) In the 'Edit the personal message to appear on your page' - you can leave the default message that appears or you can click inside the box and create a personal message of your own about why your walking, your motivation or what ever you it is you want to express.
8) third box, Donation confirmation, for your donors - This will be included in the thank you email sent to everyone who makes a donation to your fundraising page. If you would like a confirmation email whenever anyone donates to your page check the box next to 'For you', and then click on the 'continue' button.
9) 7th page: You can preview your Fundraising Page - if you want to make changes click on the 'I want to change something' button at the top of the page OR if your happy with your page click on the 'I am happy with my changes' button at the top of the page.
10) Congratulations!! Your fundraising page is live on the web and ready to take donations at the web address displayed. To edit your page at any time just log into your account. You can start collecting donations on your page by emailing and telling your friends and family!!
TO MAKE A DONATION ONLY
If you are unable to walk or participate on April 25th, but would still like to support the team, any and all donations are welcome. You can make your donations by going to: http://www.firstgiving.com/sherricahill
TEAM MEETING LOCATION/TIME DAY OF WALK
Jerryz Kidz team will meet at the Jerryz Kidz tent/table inside Theis Park. We’d like to do a group photo, so please be on hand at 8:30 am the day of the walk. We’ll distribute t-shirts (if you don’t have them) and will do a quick group photo to commemorate this years team.
The following information is how to go about doing that:
Please join the Jerryz Kidz team on April 25th, 2009 as a Team Walker!!
AIDS WALK Kansas City
Saturday April 25th, 2009
Theis Park
Across 47th Street South of the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art
Registration opens at 8:00am
Team meeting/photo at 8:30 am @ Jerryz Kidz Table
Welcoming Ceremonies at 9:30am
We Walk at 10:00am
Jerryz Kidz/Aids Walk KC Raffle drawing at 11:45 am
http://www.aidswalkkansascity.org/
Please feel free to contact me with any questions at sherri.cahill@napster.com
or 310-595-4045 (cell) or 310-281-5006 (office)
** Feel free to forward this information along to anyone else that might be interested in participating with us. All are welcome!! **
KANSAS CITY AIDS WALK INFORMATION
(Everything you wanted to know….and then some…)
TO JOIN TEAM JERRYZ KIDZ AND WALK
Get your donation and pledge faces on and get ready to raise money for Jerryz Kidz/Aids Walk. It’s simple, easy and most people are willing to sponsor you to walk or make a straight donation for such a worthy cause. All it takes is a friendly e-mail, phone call or a stroll around your office or neighborhood to see if people are willing to donate to Aids Walk Kansas City. So, sign up as a team walker then start getting pledges & donations from family, friends and neighbors! Also, many companies do a “Matching Gift” contribution- so if any of your co-workers donate/pledge, they may be eligible thru your company for a “matching gift” – check into it!
This year if you sign up as a Jerryz Kidz Team Member you have a couple fundraising choices you can use the attached pledge sheets like we have done in the past and/or each member can create his/her own online individual fundraising page complete with a personal statement, pictures, and daily updates on pledge totals. If you wish to create your own page which will be linked with the Jerryz Kidz team page follow the instructions below, its pretty simple (even if it may not seem like it at first glance – it really is easy), if you have any questions or need any help please don’t hesitate to contact me.
NEW This year, there is a great tool for those of you on Facebook! There is an app you can choose that will load your fundraising page onto your Facebook account – this will enable all your friends to make donations thru Facebook and is an additional tool to help you get donations.
Click on the link to see the Jerryz Kidz team page (you can also join the team from here) http://www.firstgiving.com/process/teamarea/default.asp?did=1615&TeamId=60049&EventId=45727
1) To create your page, just go to www.firstgiving.com/aidswalkkc
2) 1st Page: Click on the 'Get Started' button.
3) 2nd Page: Click on Kansas City Aids Walk 2009'
4) 3rd Page: Enter your email address, select 'I'm new to this site' and hit the 'continue' button.
5) 4th Page: 'Your Details' page, fill out your information and click on the 'continue' button.
6) 5th Page: 'Are You Part of a Team' page, Go to the second box - 'Yes, I am raising funds as part of a team', under Team Name go down to Jerryz Kidz and click on the 'select' button to the right.
7) 6th Page: 'Create your fundraising page',
7a) first box, choose a web page - e.g. - http://www.firstgiving.com/yourname
7b) second box, design your page - under choose a page title - Jerryz Kidz -
7c) Where the image of the woman walking -- 'change the image' you can choose to leave the default image shown or you can choose another image from the collection supplied or if you have a picture you prefer or from past walks you can choose to post that. You may also choose a 'caption' for below what ever image you choose.
7d) If you have a Fundraising Target you can enter that amount and the thermometer will display at the top of your personal web page and show your Fundraising progress. The Fundraising Progress thermometer will only show if you enter a Fundraising Target. Last year Jerryz Kidz raised over $7000!!!
7e) In the 'Edit the personal message to appear on your page' - you can leave the default message that appears or you can click inside the box and create a personal message of your own about why your walking, your motivation or what ever you it is you want to express.
8) third box, Donation confirmation, for your donors - This will be included in the thank you email sent to everyone who makes a donation to your fundraising page. If you would like a confirmation email whenever anyone donates to your page check the box next to 'For you', and then click on the 'continue' button.
9) 7th page: You can preview your Fundraising Page - if you want to make changes click on the 'I want to change something' button at the top of the page OR if your happy with your page click on the 'I am happy with my changes' button at the top of the page.
10) Congratulations!! Your fundraising page is live on the web and ready to take donations at the web address displayed. To edit your page at any time just log into your account. You can start collecting donations on your page by emailing and telling your friends and family!!
TO MAKE A DONATION ONLY
If you are unable to walk or participate on April 25th, but would still like to support the team, any and all donations are welcome. You can make your donations by going to: http://www.firstgiving.com/sherricahill
TEAM MEETING LOCATION/TIME DAY OF WALK
Jerryz Kidz team will meet at the Jerryz Kidz tent/table inside Theis Park. We’d like to do a group photo, so please be on hand at 8:30 am the day of the walk. We’ll distribute t-shirts (if you don’t have them) and will do a quick group photo to commemorate this years team.
Aids Walk Raffle Information
We have a few people that are actively selling Raffle tickets for this year’s Aids Walk Raffle giveaway. If you’d like to PURCHASE raffle tickets or are interested in helping SELL raffle tickets, information below will help you.
The raffle this year is being co-sponsored by the Aids Walk Association as well as Jerryz Kidz. We have some wonderful prizes and hope to sell as many, if not more, than last year. All proceeds will be donated to the Aids Walk KC.
The raffle prizes this year are:
1 26” Plasma TV donated by Best Buy
1 2 night stay at the Hampton Inn Country Club Suites in Kansas City
donated by Hampton Inn
1 1gig MP3 player and 1 year subscription to Napster To Go, donated by
Napster
Raffle tickets are $2/each or $10 for 6 tickets.
Tickets are already being sold by various people and we will also be selling tickets at the Aids Walk from 8:00 am – 11:00 am from the Jerryz Kidz booth. The drawing will take place at approx. 11:45 am on the main stage at the Walk.
If you’d like to sell tickets, please contact Marilyn Cahill at (319) 331-6162 to get tickets sent to you.
The raffle this year is being co-sponsored by the Aids Walk Association as well as Jerryz Kidz. We have some wonderful prizes and hope to sell as many, if not more, than last year. All proceeds will be donated to the Aids Walk KC.
The raffle prizes this year are:
1 26” Plasma TV donated by Best Buy
1 2 night stay at the Hampton Inn Country Club Suites in Kansas City
donated by Hampton Inn
1 1gig MP3 player and 1 year subscription to Napster To Go, donated by
Napster
Raffle tickets are $2/each or $10 for 6 tickets.
Tickets are already being sold by various people and we will also be selling tickets at the Aids Walk from 8:00 am – 11:00 am from the Jerryz Kidz booth. The drawing will take place at approx. 11:45 am on the main stage at the Walk.
If you’d like to sell tickets, please contact Marilyn Cahill at (319) 331-6162 to get tickets sent to you.
Aids Walk T-shirt and PARTY Information
The date is fast approaching and I hope that everyone is out there getting donations for the KC Aids Walk and getting ready to walk next weekend. We are certainly excited and have a large group this year – almost 150 walkers!!! J
If you haven’t already signed up on the Aids Walk Firstgiving website as a walker for Team Jerryz Kidz – please do so by clicking on the following link to see the Jerryz Kidz team page (you can also join the team from here) http://www.firstgiving.com/process/teamarea/default.asp?did=1615&TeamId=60049&EventId=45727
*This is also where to go if you want to make a donation only if you are unable to walk with the team.
T-SHIRTS
The t-shirts are ordered and they will be $10/shirt per person. Please make your check out to MARILYN CAHILL and send your money to :
Marilyn Cahill
c/o Jerryz Kidz
P.O. Box 714
North Liberty, IA 52317
We will also collect money the day of the walk for those of you that aren’t able to send money ahead of time and/or didn’t order a shirt. We do have a few extra shirts ordered, but they will be first come first serve (we can order shirts after the fact if you want them).
SATURDAY AFTER WALK PARTY
Once again, we will have the traditional “After Party” after the walk. This year, the party is being graciously hosted by Shawn and Katie Hart at their home. Please join us for a fun time to unwind, relax, laugh and enjoy good food and company. Everyone (including KIDS of all ages) is invited to join in the fun – please come!!
Details for the party are:
Saturday, April 25
TIME: 5:30 pm
LOCATION: The Hart Residence
4204 West 113th St.
Leawood, Kansas 66211
PH: (913) 669-0659 – Katie’s cell
RSVP: shart1@kc.rr.com or sherri.cahill@napster.com
PLEASE RSVP by Monday, April 20th so we have a count for food and beverages.
Mapquest Map to The Hart Residence: http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Leawood&state=KS&address=4204+West+113th+Street&zipcode=66211
We will send out information for the morning of the walk i.e. where to meet, where to get your shirts, where to bring your pledge money, etc. later in the week – please check your email Thursday for this information so you don’t miss out!!
If anyone has any further questions, please don’t hesitate to let me know.
Thanks and looking forward to walking with each and everyone of you on Saturday!!
If you haven’t already signed up on the Aids Walk Firstgiving website as a walker for Team Jerryz Kidz – please do so by clicking on the following link to see the Jerryz Kidz team page (you can also join the team from here) http://www.firstgiving.com/process/teamarea/default.asp?did=1615&TeamId=60049&EventId=45727
*This is also where to go if you want to make a donation only if you are unable to walk with the team.
T-SHIRTS
The t-shirts are ordered and they will be $10/shirt per person. Please make your check out to MARILYN CAHILL and send your money to :
Marilyn Cahill
c/o Jerryz Kidz
P.O. Box 714
North Liberty, IA 52317
We will also collect money the day of the walk for those of you that aren’t able to send money ahead of time and/or didn’t order a shirt. We do have a few extra shirts ordered, but they will be first come first serve (we can order shirts after the fact if you want them).
SATURDAY AFTER WALK PARTY
Once again, we will have the traditional “After Party” after the walk. This year, the party is being graciously hosted by Shawn and Katie Hart at their home. Please join us for a fun time to unwind, relax, laugh and enjoy good food and company. Everyone (including KIDS of all ages) is invited to join in the fun – please come!!
Details for the party are:
Saturday, April 25
TIME: 5:30 pm
LOCATION: The Hart Residence
4204 West 113th St.
Leawood, Kansas 66211
PH: (913) 669-0659 – Katie’s cell
RSVP: shart1@kc.rr.com or sherri.cahill@napster.com
PLEASE RSVP by Monday, April 20th so we have a count for food and beverages.
Mapquest Map to The Hart Residence: http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Leawood&state=KS&address=4204+West+113th+Street&zipcode=66211
We will send out information for the morning of the walk i.e. where to meet, where to get your shirts, where to bring your pledge money, etc. later in the week – please check your email Thursday for this information so you don’t miss out!!
If anyone has any further questions, please don’t hesitate to let me know.
Thanks and looking forward to walking with each and everyone of you on Saturday!!
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Kansas City Aids Walk Info - everything you need to know and then some..
Please save the date and join the Jerryz Kidz team on April 25th, 2009 as a Team Walker!!
The incredible efforts and compassion last year from team members of Jerryz Kidz
made them among the top 3 fundraisers of more than 3500 men, women, and children
who participated in last years’ annual AIDS WALK Kansas City
AIDS WALK Kansas City
Saturday April 25th, 2009
Theis Park
Across 47th Street South of the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art
Registration opens at 8:00am
Team meeting/photo at 8:30 am @ Jerryz Kidz Table
Welcoming Ceremonies at 9:30am
We Walk at 10:00am
Jerryz Kidz/Aids Walk KC Raffle drawing at 11:45 am
http://www.aidswalkkansascity.org/
Please feel free to contact me with any questions at sherri.cahill@napster.com
or 310-595-4045 (cell) or 310-281-5006 (office)
** Feel free to forward this information along to anyone else that might be interested in participating with us. All are welcome!! **
KANSAS CITY AIDS WALK INFORMATION
(Everything you wanted to know….and then some…)
TO JOIN TEAM JERRYZ KIDZ AND WALK
Get your donation and pledge faces on and get ready to raise money for Jerryz Kidz/Aids Walk. It’s simple, easy and most people are willing to sponsor you to walk or make a straight donation for such a worthy cause. All it takes is a friendly e-mail, phone call or a stroll around your office or neighborhood to see if people are willing to donate to Aids Walk Kansas City. So, sign up as a team walker then start getting pledges & donations from family, friends and neighbors! Also, many companies do a “Matching Gift” contribution- so if any of your co-workers donate/pledge, they may be eligible thru your company for a “matching gift” – check into it!
This year if you sign up as a Jerryz Kidz Team Member you have a couple fundraising choices you can use the attached pledge sheets like we have done in the past and/or each member can create his/her own online individual fundraising page complete with a personal statement, pictures, and daily updates on pledge totals. If you wish to create your own page which will be linked with the Jerryz Kidz team page follow the instructions below, its pretty simple (even if it may not seem like it at first glance – it really is easy), if you have any questions or need any help please don’t hesitate to contact me.
NEW This year, there is a great tool for those of you on Facebook! There is an app you can choose that will load your fundraising page onto your Facebook account – this will enable all your friends to make donations thru Facebook and is an additional tool to help you get donations.
Click on the link to see the Jerryz Kidz team page (you can also join the team from here) http://www.firstgiving.com/process/teamarea/default.asp?did=1615&TeamId=60049&EventId=45727
1) To create your page, just go to www.firstgiving.com/aidswalkkc
2) 1st Page: Click on the 'Get Started' button.
3) 2nd Page: Click on Kansas City Aids Walk 2009'
4) 3rd Page: Enter your email address, select 'I'm new to this site' and hit the 'continue' button.
5) 4th Page: 'Your Details' page, fill out your information and click on the 'continue' button.
6) 5th Page: 'Are You Part of a Team' page, Go to the second box - 'Yes, I am raising funds as part of a team', under Team Name go down to Jerryz Kidz and click on the 'select' button to the right.
7) 6th Page: 'Create your fundraising page',
7a) first box, choose a web page - e.g. - http://www.firstgiving.com/yourname
7b) second box, design your page - under choose a page title - Jerryz Kidz -
7c) Where the image of the woman walking -- 'change the image' you can choose to leave the default image shown or you can choose another image from the collection supplied or if you have a picture you prefer or from past walks you can choose to post that. You may also choose a 'caption' for below what ever image you choose.
7d) If you have a Fundraising Target you can enter that amount and the thermometer will display at the top of your personal web page and show your Fundraising progress. The Fundraising Progress thermometer will only show if you enter a Fundraising Target. Last year Jerryz Kidz raised over $7000!!!
7e) In the 'Edit the personal message to appear on your page' - you can leave the default message that appears or you can click inside the box and create a personal message of your own about why your walking, your motivation or what ever you it is you want to express.
8) third box, Donation confirmation, for your donors - This will be included in the thank you email sent to everyone who makes a donation to your fundraising page. If you would like a confirmation email whenever anyone donates to your page check the box next to 'For you', and then click on the 'continue' button.
9) 7th page: You can preview your Fundraising Page - if you want to make changes click on the 'I want to change something' button at the top of the page OR if your happy with your page click on the 'I am happy with my changes' button at the top of the page.
10) Congratulations!! Your fundraising page is live on the web and ready to take donations at the web address displayed. To edit your page at any time just log into your account. You can start collecting donations on your page by emailing and telling your friends and family!!
TO MAKE A DONATION ONLY
If you are unable to walk or participate on April 25th, but would still like to support the team, any and all donations are welcome. You can make your donations by going to: http://www.firstgiving.com/sherricahill
TEAM MEETING LOCATION/TIME DAY OF WALK
Jerryz Kidz team will meet at the Jerryz Kidz tent/table inside Theis Park. We’d like to do a group photo, so please be on hand at 8:30 am the day of the walk. We’ll distribute t-shirts (if you don’t have them) and will do a quick group photo to commemorate this years team.
HOTEL INFORMATION
We have secured a group rate at The Hampton Inn & Suites Country Club Plaza. It features: free parking, free WIFI and free continental breakfast. There is also a fitness center and an indoor pool for the kids! Room rates are $95 for standard rooms or $139 for the suites. The suites all have kitchenettes and a full bedroom & living room area. There is no minimum stay.The Hampton Inn & Suites Country Club Plaza4600 Summit StreetKansas City, MO 64112PH: (877)-410-4600http://www.hamptonkc.com/Home.html
There are 2 ways to book the HAMPTON ON THE PLAZA for the AIDS WALK:Call either 800- HAMPTON or 800 HILTON and ask for the AIDS WALK KANSAS CITY rate or go to:http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/MKCHSHX-AWK-20090425/index.jhtmlT-SHIRT INFORMATION
As in years’ past, we will be creating Jerryz Kidz t-shirts for everyone to wear on the walk. This has been a great way to get the group noticed and for us to see the group scattered throughout the walk. This year, the t-shirts will feature a picture of Jerry on the shirt in memory of him. T-shirts will run approx. $6-9 and everyone can order one. The shirts are unisex sizing for men and women. We will also have kids t-shirts printed as well for the little walkers in the group. PLEASE LET ME KNOW BY FRIDAY, APRIL 3RD AT 10:00 AM CST WHAT SIZE YOU THINK YOU MIGHT WANT SO WE CAN GET AN ACCURATE COUNT. Once we have the actual cost of the t-shirts, we’ll let everyone know how much the shirts are and where to send their money. T-shirts distribution will be determined as we get closer to the walk.
WRISTBANDS
“Who You Are Matters, What You Do Counts” wristbands will be on hand for everyone at the walk. If you already have one, you are encouraged to wear it with pride.
BALLOONS
Like last year, we will be handing out balloons at the walk. They were a big hit with the kids and also proudly displayed Jerryz Kidz team motto throughout the day.
RAFFLE
The 2nd Annual Jerryz Kidz raffle is on track to take place at the end of the walk. We have donations from Best Buy, Napster and a local hotel/dinner stay. Tickets will be available shortly for those interested in selling them prior to the raffle ($2/ticket or 6 tickets/$10) and they will also be sold day of the walk 8:00 am-11:00 am. The raffle will be held about 11:45 am.
DEDICATION
We will have a tree dedication in Jerry’s honor immediately after the Aids Walk in Theis Park. The location hasn’t been decided, but we will keep you posted as details become finalized. All are invited to attend the dedication.
The incredible efforts and compassion last year from team members of Jerryz Kidz
made them among the top 3 fundraisers of more than 3500 men, women, and children
who participated in last years’ annual AIDS WALK Kansas City
AIDS WALK Kansas City
Saturday April 25th, 2009
Theis Park
Across 47th Street South of the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art
Registration opens at 8:00am
Team meeting/photo at 8:30 am @ Jerryz Kidz Table
Welcoming Ceremonies at 9:30am
We Walk at 10:00am
Jerryz Kidz/Aids Walk KC Raffle drawing at 11:45 am
http://www.aidswalkkansascity.org/
Please feel free to contact me with any questions at sherri.cahill@napster.com
or 310-595-4045 (cell) or 310-281-5006 (office)
** Feel free to forward this information along to anyone else that might be interested in participating with us. All are welcome!! **
KANSAS CITY AIDS WALK INFORMATION
(Everything you wanted to know….and then some…)
TO JOIN TEAM JERRYZ KIDZ AND WALK
Get your donation and pledge faces on and get ready to raise money for Jerryz Kidz/Aids Walk. It’s simple, easy and most people are willing to sponsor you to walk or make a straight donation for such a worthy cause. All it takes is a friendly e-mail, phone call or a stroll around your office or neighborhood to see if people are willing to donate to Aids Walk Kansas City. So, sign up as a team walker then start getting pledges & donations from family, friends and neighbors! Also, many companies do a “Matching Gift” contribution- so if any of your co-workers donate/pledge, they may be eligible thru your company for a “matching gift” – check into it!
This year if you sign up as a Jerryz Kidz Team Member you have a couple fundraising choices you can use the attached pledge sheets like we have done in the past and/or each member can create his/her own online individual fundraising page complete with a personal statement, pictures, and daily updates on pledge totals. If you wish to create your own page which will be linked with the Jerryz Kidz team page follow the instructions below, its pretty simple (even if it may not seem like it at first glance – it really is easy), if you have any questions or need any help please don’t hesitate to contact me.
NEW This year, there is a great tool for those of you on Facebook! There is an app you can choose that will load your fundraising page onto your Facebook account – this will enable all your friends to make donations thru Facebook and is an additional tool to help you get donations.
Click on the link to see the Jerryz Kidz team page (you can also join the team from here) http://www.firstgiving.com/process/teamarea/default.asp?did=1615&TeamId=60049&EventId=45727
1) To create your page, just go to www.firstgiving.com/aidswalkkc
2) 1st Page: Click on the 'Get Started' button.
3) 2nd Page: Click on Kansas City Aids Walk 2009'
4) 3rd Page: Enter your email address, select 'I'm new to this site' and hit the 'continue' button.
5) 4th Page: 'Your Details' page, fill out your information and click on the 'continue' button.
6) 5th Page: 'Are You Part of a Team' page, Go to the second box - 'Yes, I am raising funds as part of a team', under Team Name go down to Jerryz Kidz and click on the 'select' button to the right.
7) 6th Page: 'Create your fundraising page',
7a) first box, choose a web page - e.g. - http://www.firstgiving.com/yourname
7b) second box, design your page - under choose a page title - Jerryz Kidz -
7c) Where the image of the woman walking -- 'change the image' you can choose to leave the default image shown or you can choose another image from the collection supplied or if you have a picture you prefer or from past walks you can choose to post that. You may also choose a 'caption' for below what ever image you choose.
7d) If you have a Fundraising Target you can enter that amount and the thermometer will display at the top of your personal web page and show your Fundraising progress. The Fundraising Progress thermometer will only show if you enter a Fundraising Target. Last year Jerryz Kidz raised over $7000!!!
7e) In the 'Edit the personal message to appear on your page' - you can leave the default message that appears or you can click inside the box and create a personal message of your own about why your walking, your motivation or what ever you it is you want to express.
8) third box, Donation confirmation, for your donors - This will be included in the thank you email sent to everyone who makes a donation to your fundraising page. If you would like a confirmation email whenever anyone donates to your page check the box next to 'For you', and then click on the 'continue' button.
9) 7th page: You can preview your Fundraising Page - if you want to make changes click on the 'I want to change something' button at the top of the page OR if your happy with your page click on the 'I am happy with my changes' button at the top of the page.
10) Congratulations!! Your fundraising page is live on the web and ready to take donations at the web address displayed. To edit your page at any time just log into your account. You can start collecting donations on your page by emailing and telling your friends and family!!
TO MAKE A DONATION ONLY
If you are unable to walk or participate on April 25th, but would still like to support the team, any and all donations are welcome. You can make your donations by going to: http://www.firstgiving.com/sherricahill
TEAM MEETING LOCATION/TIME DAY OF WALK
Jerryz Kidz team will meet at the Jerryz Kidz tent/table inside Theis Park. We’d like to do a group photo, so please be on hand at 8:30 am the day of the walk. We’ll distribute t-shirts (if you don’t have them) and will do a quick group photo to commemorate this years team.
HOTEL INFORMATION
We have secured a group rate at The Hampton Inn & Suites Country Club Plaza. It features: free parking, free WIFI and free continental breakfast. There is also a fitness center and an indoor pool for the kids! Room rates are $95 for standard rooms or $139 for the suites. The suites all have kitchenettes and a full bedroom & living room area. There is no minimum stay.The Hampton Inn & Suites Country Club Plaza4600 Summit StreetKansas City, MO 64112PH: (877)-410-4600http://www.hamptonkc.com/Home.html
There are 2 ways to book the HAMPTON ON THE PLAZA for the AIDS WALK:Call either 800- HAMPTON or 800 HILTON and ask for the AIDS WALK KANSAS CITY rate or go to:http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/MKCHSHX-AWK-20090425/index.jhtmlT-SHIRT INFORMATION
As in years’ past, we will be creating Jerryz Kidz t-shirts for everyone to wear on the walk. This has been a great way to get the group noticed and for us to see the group scattered throughout the walk. This year, the t-shirts will feature a picture of Jerry on the shirt in memory of him. T-shirts will run approx. $6-9 and everyone can order one. The shirts are unisex sizing for men and women. We will also have kids t-shirts printed as well for the little walkers in the group. PLEASE LET ME KNOW BY FRIDAY, APRIL 3RD AT 10:00 AM CST WHAT SIZE YOU THINK YOU MIGHT WANT SO WE CAN GET AN ACCURATE COUNT. Once we have the actual cost of the t-shirts, we’ll let everyone know how much the shirts are and where to send their money. T-shirts distribution will be determined as we get closer to the walk.
WRISTBANDS
“Who You Are Matters, What You Do Counts” wristbands will be on hand for everyone at the walk. If you already have one, you are encouraged to wear it with pride.
BALLOONS
Like last year, we will be handing out balloons at the walk. They were a big hit with the kids and also proudly displayed Jerryz Kidz team motto throughout the day.
RAFFLE
The 2nd Annual Jerryz Kidz raffle is on track to take place at the end of the walk. We have donations from Best Buy, Napster and a local hotel/dinner stay. Tickets will be available shortly for those interested in selling them prior to the raffle ($2/ticket or 6 tickets/$10) and they will also be sold day of the walk 8:00 am-11:00 am. The raffle will be held about 11:45 am.
DEDICATION
We will have a tree dedication in Jerry’s honor immediately after the Aids Walk in Theis Park. The location hasn’t been decided, but we will keep you posted as details become finalized. All are invited to attend the dedication.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
KC Aids Walk Hotel Information - UPDATE
There are 2 ways to book the HAMPTON ON THE PLAZA for the AIDS WALK:
Call either 800- HAMPTON or 800 HILTON and ask for the AIDS WALK KANSAS CITY rate or go to:
http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/MKCHSHX-AWK-20090425/index.jhtml
Rates are
$95/night rooms
$139/night full suites
rates include free parking, free wifi, free breakfast and an indoor pool.
Call either 800- HAMPTON or 800 HILTON and ask for the AIDS WALK KANSAS CITY rate or go to:
http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/MKCHSHX-AWK-20090425/index.jhtml
Rates are
$95/night rooms
$139/night full suites
rates include free parking, free wifi, free breakfast and an indoor pool.
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