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Rock 'n' Roll Mardi Gras Marathon and 1/2 Marathon - Feb. 28, 2010
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How can I join Make Cures Happen?

When I register for Make Cures Happen, do I automatically get a spot in the Rock 'n' Roll Mardi Gras Marathon & 1/2 Marathon?

When is the deadline to register?

What are the benefits?

When is the deadline to hand in money?

Can I turn in money on the day of the marathon?

How can I reach my fundraising goal?

How can people contribute to my event?

Where do I mail in my donations?

When will I get my T-shirt?

When will I get my incentives?

How can I join Make Cures Happen?
After registering for your event, simply register online today and start helping Make Cures Happen.

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When I register for Make Cures Happen, do I automatically get a spot in the Rock 'n' Roll Mardi Gras Marathon & 1/2 Marathon?
No. You need to be already registered in the marathon in order to participate in Make Cures Happen.

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When is the deadline to register?
There is no deadline to register for Make Cures Happen, but the earlier you start, the more you can raise.

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What are the benefits?
As a member of Make Cures Happen, you can experience something truly unforgettable. Crossing the finish line, you will no doubt experience a well-deserved sense of accomplishment and exhilaration. But with just a little more effort, your personal accomplishment can impact thousands of people fighting leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma.

For more information about our great incentives, click here.

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When is the deadline to hand in money?
Postmark your donations and collection form by February 28, 2010. Please do not staple or tape checks to the form. Make sure the form is completely filled out with your address and phone number and that you keep a copy of it for your records.

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Can I turn in money on the day of the marathon?
No money will be collected at the marathon. Please mail all checks, with your collection form, to:
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Make Cures Happen Rock 'n' Roll Mardi Gras Marathon Campaign
P.O. Box 4423
Pittsfield, MA 01202-9901

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How can I reach my fundraising goal?
Each Make Cures Happen participant receives a personal Web page to personalize and track donations. Donors may visit your page and make a secure donation. This is an easy way to increase your fundraising. Please see all of our great fundraising tips and tools here.

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How can people contribute to my event?
There are several ways to contribute to Make Cures Happen. Donors may visit your personal Web page to make a secure, online donation by credit card. Or use this donation form to collect donations from your friends and families.

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Where do I mail in my donations?
Please mail all checks, with your collection form, to:
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Make Cures Happen Rock 'n' Roll Mardi Gras Marathon Campaign
P.O. Box 4423
Pittsfield, MA 01202-9901

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When will I get my T-shirt?
Participants will receive their T-shirt if a donation of $15 was submitted with the online registration. T-shirts will be mailed out approximately two weeks after your registration is submitted.

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When will I get my incentives?
To qualify for incentives, the envelope containing your sponsors' checks must be postmarked no later than February 28, 2010. You will receive your incentive approximately 6-8 weeks after the Rock 'n' Roll Mardi Gras Marathon & 1/2 Marathon.

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last updated on 11/06/09

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