Elwood, Northport Seek Relay For Life Sponsors

Join Elwood-John Glenn and Northport High School students in the fight against cancer at upcoming kick offs to their annual Relay for Life events in June.

Elwood's kick off will be held at Glenn High School at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 31. Northport's relay kick off will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. in the Northport High School auditorium.

Relay for Life is an overnight experience designed to bring together those who have been touched by cancer. People from the community will gather to celebrate survivors, remember those lost to cancer, and to honor those who are currently battling this disease.

Participants help raise funds and awareness to support the American Cancer Society in its life saving mission to eliminate cancer as a major health issue. The funds raised save lives by funding cutting-edge cancer research, early detection and prevention education, advocacy efforts, and life-affirming patient services.

During Relay for Life, teams of students, parents, and community members will gather at Northport High School’s track field and take turns walking or running laps for 12 hours rain or shine. The event is held from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. to represent the fact that cancer never sleeps.

Northport’s Relays to date have and included over 1,600 registered participants throughout each event. Their 2012 Relay for Life earned honors as the largest event and top fundraiser on Long Island. In their 5th annual event, they hope to bring the grand total up to one million dollars.