TAWAS – The communities of Oscoda and Hale turned out to support the fight against cancer during the 13th Annual Oscoda Volley for a Cure fundraising game between Oscoda and Hale High Schools. A total of $18,221 was raised for the MyMichigan Medical Center Tawas Foundation Cancer Fund. The dollars will benefit patient care enhancements, education and direct patient assistance for urgent basic living expenses while seeking treatment through the MyMichigan Medical Center Tawas Infusion Room.
The annual game was initiated in 2011 by Laura Franklin in honor of her late mother, Diane Pippin, who passed away from breast cancer. To raise funds, Franklin and Coach Melissa Curley, along with the JV and Varsity volleyball players, solicit businesses in Tawas, Hale, Oscoda and surrounding areas to come together to fundraise for the rivalry game each year. Event dollars are raised through silent auction donations, bake and pink swag sale, cash donations and 50/50 drawing support. To date, Volley for a Cure has raised $125,000.
Those interested in learning more about MyMichigan Health Foundation or donating to the Cancer Fund may visit www.mymichigan.org/foundation .
