help reduce burden of cancer Some 260,000 freshly cut daffodils from flower fields in Washington State will arrive in the Finger Lakes community this March to bring smiles to cancer patients and help support American Cancer Society's cancer research, prevention programs and services for survivors and their families. In one of the American Cancer Society's oldest community events, hundreds of volunteers will mobilize to take orders and deliver the spring flower of hope during the week of March 26 in support of the society's programs in this community. "Daffodils represent hope to cancer patients and their families. Every dollar raised goes towards fighting cancer in this community and every bunch we sell brings us one step closer to a cure," says David Bell, Regional Executive, American Cancer Society. Daffodils will be pre-sold in local businesses, schools, churches, and communities through March 9 by calling the American Cancer Society at 1-800-ACS-2345. The flowers will be available for pick up March 26. Delivery is available for orders of $84 or more. Bunches of 10 fresh-cut daffodils are available for $7; vases for $8; and potted daffodils for $8. A special "Gift of Hope" - one fresh bunch of daffodils in an engraved vase - will be available for $15 and can be directly delivered to a designated local nursing home, cancer care facility or hospital in the community. The American Cancer Society's "Daffodil Days" program raises funds for research, education, advocacy and patient services. The American Cancer Society is looking for individuals to be a part of the Daffodil Days volunteer force. Volunteers are needed to help take orders for daffodils and to deliver them. For information or to volunteer, call the American Cancer Society at (800) ACS-2345 or visit its Web site at www.cancer.org. |
