(2-6-06) From Press Release - The Hood To Coast Relay is excited to announce it will be auctioning off one team spot into the sold-out 2006 race! 100% of proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society, to help this devoted organization continue to do their important work.
To date, several hundred teams have been turned away for the sold-out event. "We're thrilled to be able to donate a team for auction in the 2006 race," says Robert Foote, President and Founder of the Hood To Coast Relay. "This is one way we can give the hundreds of great teams we turned away another chance to join us, and raise money for the American Cancer Society at the same time. That's a great combination!"
Not only will the highest bidder receive a spot in the sold-out race, but the package also includes other items from Hood To Coast Relay sponsors. Title sponsor Fred Meyer has donated gift cards, and the winner will also receive a running package from Nike valued at over $600, $375 worth of McCormick & Schmick's gift cards to be used by their team, and prizes from the American Cancer Society.
The auction will take place online at www.hoodtocoast.com beginning at 8am PST Monday, February 13th. Bidding will close at 5pm PST Friday, February 17th. The winning tax-deductible bid will be announced Friday Feb 17th.
Teams, companies and individuals are all encouraged to participate and bid.
"We are extremely pleased to be in partnership with the Hood to Coast Relay," says Dave Rogers, Metro Market Vice President for the American Cancer Society." We really appreciate all the efforts that the staff and participants have shown in helping to raise funds for the fight against cancer through Hood To Coast. We hope that auctioning off this spot will not only appeal to a team who wants to participate in an amazing event, but also wants to help the American Cancer Society in its mission to eliminate cancer as a major health problem," he added.
The 25th anniversary Hood To Coast Relay kicks off Friday, August 25th 2006 at Mt. Hood. Over 18,000 participants are expected, with upwards of 95,000 more at the finish line. Attendees can expect live music, sponsor booths, merchandise and more at the annual finish line beach party in Seaside. In addition to the relay, the Portland To Coast Walk and the Nationwide Insurance Portland to Coast High School Challenge will also take place simultaneously.
For additional information about Hood To Coast events, call (503) 292-4626, email office@htcrelay.com or visit the website at www.hoodtocoast.com.
