THE LONG RUN 

The Prostate Cancer Foundation Australia (PCFA) was founded by Lane Cove Rotary in 1996 as a result of PP Roger Climpson’s leadership following his bout with prostate cancer. The 25^th anniversary is in 2021 and DGE Jeremy Wright 9675 and DGE Lindsay May have been involved on a committee to incorporate these celebrations to acknowledge Rotary and PCFA and reinvigorate PCFA within Rotary. 

However other events are also being organised as Rotarians in other Districts are committed to PCFA or as survivors have reason to support activities associated with Rotary’s centenary in Australia.

 

Please see the below email about RC Perth and their activity for PCFA Awareness Month – September.

 

Good afternoon all,

Anne and I thought we would share some exciting news with the group.

 

You may be aware PCFA have launched "The Long Run" community event to coincide with Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in September. This event has gathered great traction with over 1,500 participants already registered and $170,000 raised so far.

 

Today, Perth Rotary Club have decided to participate as a club activity, and in doing so also inviting other Rotary clubs to be involved in both the event and supporting fundraising activities.

Anne and I thought this may be a great initiative to have other states/ clubs involved and using the opportunity to further highlight the forthcoming 25 years of partnership Rotary and PCFA have enjoyed.

We have the necessary marketing collateral to support any club involvement, but seek your assistance in getting the message across various Rotary regions.

I have attached "The Long Run" guide for your reference and would welcome your thoughts on how we can best capitalise on this opportunity.

 Regards,

John Strachan

Southern Regional Manager