The committee is interested in your learning experience from the project. The check is earned by handing in the required sheet. Additional pages MAY raise your grade. Marathon For A Cure - Put on your running shoes and help us by running for a cure during the Houston Methodist Marathon. This Luncheon recognizes Cancer Survivor's who have been courageous in their battle with cancer and serve as role models in the community.
Teams compete in various contests for prizes.
A cancer survivors celebration is held, and luminary bags are sold to honor those loved ones battling the disease. One team member remains on the track at all times during the overnight event. A local letter writing drive to raise money to fight cancer. Volunteers mail out letters to their neighbors, requesting a contribution. The Hospice at the Texas Medical Center cares for terminally ill patients and their families in their own homes or in our Patient Care Center which is within a short distance of Rice University.