Becoming an Honored Hero is a meaningful way for patients, survivors, and their families to support LLS's mission. Stories of strength and courage will be shared with participants and donors to motivate and encourage them to raise funds to benefit LLS. An Honored Hero's story helps to put a "face" to LLS's mission, connecting donors and participants further to the cause.
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Campaign Overview
Light the Night
Honored Heroes encourage and inspire participants to raise funds by sharing their story and speaking at events during the course of the campaign. Honored Heroes are celebrated throughout the season, which culminates in a fun, meaningful evening walk where participants carry illuminated lanterns.
Student Series
By sharing their story on a poster or visiting schools for a kickoff assembly, Honored Heroes show students participating in the Pennies for Patient programs that blood cancer patients are kids like them in an effort to inspire them to join the cause.
Man & Woman of the Year
The Boy and Girl of the Year inspire local business and community leaders to raise money in a 10-week fundraising competition. The Boy and Girl of the Year are honored at the Grand Finale, where the top fundraisers are named Man & Woman of the Year.
Students of the Year
Honored Heroes inspire high school students and local community members to raise money in a 7-week fundraising competition.Honored Heroes may speak at the Grand Finale, where top fundraisers are named Students of the Year.
Team In Training
Honored Heroes motivate participants to train for endurance sports events, including marathon, triathlons, and cycling competitions, while raising funds. Honored Heroes motivate team members through communications during training and attendance at team functions.