Posts Tagged ‘Sierra’s Race Against Meningitis’
The 2015 Sierra’s Race Challenge is on!
April 10, 2015 It’s so much more than a cause–Sierra’s Race Against Meningitis is a race against a deadly disease. It is a race for awareness. It is a race for prevention. It is a race inspired by one, powerfully loving girl whose story has changed the lives of thousands. And today we are calling…
Read MoreRegistration now OPEN…and Exciting News for Sierra’s 2013 Race!
March 3, 2013 Registration is now OPEN for Sierra’s Race 2013, which will be held on June 1st @ The Ranch at Budweiser Event Center! We are so excited to announce that meningitis survivor, Amy Purdy, will be sharing her amazing story at Sierra’s Race this year! Despite losing both her legs to meningitis, Amy…
Read MoreThe Countdown is On…..20 Days until Sierra’s Race!
May 13, 2013 We hope you will be able to make it to Sierra’s 6th Annual 5K Run/Walk on June 1st!! There are lots of exciting things happening this year…Don’t miss out! NEW: Location @ The Ranch at Budweiser Event Center in Loveland, CO NEW: We will be hosting a FREE Meningitis Vaccination Clinic immediately following the…
Read MoreFREE Meningitis Vaccinations…TODAY June 12th!
June 12, 2012 *Our family, along with the thousands of other families that have been devastated by Bacterial Meningitis can only imagine what our lives would be like now, if someone would have informed us of this disease and the vaccine that could have p…revented it… Save you & your loved ones…come TODAY to Sierra’s…
Read MoreRemember Sierra…..
April 10, 2012 On April 10th, 5 years ago from today, this world lost one of the most beautiful, loving, happy, compassionate people anyone has ever known. On Easter morning 2007, Sierra was her happy, healthy self & by evening she became sick with flu-like symptoms. Within 24 hours she was in the Emergency Room…
Read MoreAmazing young woman who survived Bacterial Meningitis
November 27, 2011 When she was 19, Amy Purdy lost both her legs below the knee. And now … she’s a pro snowboarder. In this powerful talk, she shows us how to draw inspiration from life’s obstacles. Please take 10 minutes and watch Amy’s inspirational story: http://www.ted.com/talks/amy_purdy_living_beyond_limits.html#.TtKkiym7Hi1.email
Read MoreInterview with Wendy Thomas
Interview with Wendy Thomas by RunColo **Sierra’s Race Against Meningitis is truly honored that Wendy thinks of Sierra’s 5K as one of the best local races to run in! Thanks for your support! You would be hard pressed to find a runner who has made the strides that Wendy Thomas has over the last three years. In…
Read MoreFree Meningitis Vaccination Clinic!!
October 18, 2011 FREE Vaccination Clinic!! (SAVE UP TO $150 !) What: FREE Meningitis Vaccinations (Menveo) When: Tuesday, Nov. 8th from 4-8pm Where: Crossroads Church in Loveland (5420 N. Taft Ave.) Who: NEW! Ages 2-55 years (based on first-come, first-serve basis) *NEW RECOMMENDATION: If you have already received your Meningitis vaccination – it is recommended that you receive another…
Read MoreMore teens encouraged to get the meningitis vaccine
August 17, 2011 http://www.kdvr.com/news/kdvr-teens-meningitis-vaccine-20110815,0,2667532.story DENVER — The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and Colorado State University are joining forces to launch “Voices of Meningitis” campaign. Their goal is to increase awareness about the potentially fatal disease, and to encourage preteens and teenagers to get vaccinated. Lisa Krizman lost her daughter to meningitis in April…
Read More2nd Annual Face Off Against Meningitis
August 8, 2011 2nd Annual Face Off Against Meningitis Hockey Tournament Fort Collins Hilton FOAM Kick-Off! Aug 12th, 6-11pm, Prospect Hilton Hotel 2 bands, cash bar, raffles and more! Oh yeah, free beer with a small donation. Join your friends to kick off a great weekend in memory of our fallen teammates! Aug 13th and…
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