Team Transplant After Party
Posted on 15. Jun, 2011 in Events, Past Events, Photos, Team Transplant
On June 9th, Team Transplant’s members gathered at TriBella with their families and friends for the team after party to celebrate the success of Team Transplant 2011. We drew the winners of Team Transplant’s 35 raffle prizes, recognized the “Team Transplant Champions” (team members who raised $1,000 or more), and awarded the top three fundraisers with valuable prizes at this event.
Special thanks to this year’s top three fundraisers:
- Brian Cerise, living kidney donor – $3,908 raised*
- Stanton Dodge – $2,650 raised*
- Eric Lang, living kidney donor – $2,400 raised*
*Total raised by June 5, 2011
Thank you to team sponsors TriBella and Noodles and Company for hosting the party and providing delicious food.
Rockin’ Rhythm for Life: Earth, Wind & Fire Benefit Concert
Posted on 08. Jun, 2011 in Events, Past Events, Photos
On June 7, 2011, the American Transplant Foundation held a special benefit concert with Earth, Wind & Fire at the beautiful Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado. More than 80 guests received premium seating and attended a special VIP cocktail party in the Red Rocks Performers’ Hall of Fame before the concert. An electric guitar, signed by the band, was auctioned off during the party.
Thanks to the supporters and sponsors of Rockin’ Rhythm for Life 2011, more than $63,000 was raised at this event.
Team Transplant Rides the 2011 Subaru Elephant Rock
Posted on 06. Jun, 2011 in Events, Past Events, Photos, Team Transplant
We had a fantastic time on Sunday, June 5th as 101 Team Transplant members rode in the 24th Annual Subaru Elephant Rock to raise awareness for organ and tissue and to celebrate the lives saved through transplantation. Eight transplant recipients and six living organ donors participated to prove it’s possible to lead a healthy, active lifestyle after transplant! Watch the video.
Among the recipients, six-year-old liver recipient Vienna Danna raced in the Shimano Youth Series and WON. Vienna was also one of the team’s top fundraisers, raising more than $1,700 for the American Transplant Foundation. The Lieutenant Governor of Colorado and Team Transplant member Joe Garcia spoke to the crowd about the importance of organ and tissue donation and presented Vienna with a Team Transplant Champion jersey for her accomplishment.
Team Transplant had riders participating in all the five courses, riding between seven and 100 miles. A sub team, the “Organ Grinders,” also represented Team Transplant in the 24 Hours of ERock mountain bike race June 3-4th. Thanks to sponsors and participants, this event raised more than $60,000 to support the American Transplant Foundation.
Team Transplant gear is available for purchase in our Shop.
For even more photos, please visit our album on Facebook. (You do not need a Facebook account to view the photos.)
Photos by Joshua Duplechian/Rich Clarkson and Associates.
Steve Farber’s Seventh Transplant Anniversary Dinner
Posted on 11. May, 2011 in Events, Past Events, Photos
Family and close friends of Steve Farber, the founder and chairman of the board of the American Transplant Foundation, gathered together on May 10th to celebrate the seventh anniversary of Steve and his son Gregg’s kidney transplant. Gregg Farber, who lives in New York and could not be there, sent a special message to his father which was read aloud by his brother Brent. Messages from several board members who couldn’t attend were also read aloud.
Special thanks to Shanahan’s Steakhouse for hosting and underwriting this memorable event and to the individuals who made contributions to the Foundation in Steve’s honor.
Steve and Gregg’s transplant story
Send Steve and Gregg your wishes.
Photos by Chris Enzaldo of Chenzo Photo LLC
11th Annual Donor Dash
Posted on 18. Jul, 2010 in Events, Past Events, Photos
American Transplant Foundation was proud to be the Race Course Sponsor of the 11th Annual Donor Dash on Sunday, July 18th in Denver’s Washington Park! Presented by our partner Donor Alliance, the Donor Dash is a 5K run/walk to honor the lives of organ and tissue donors, celebrate the lives of organ and tissue recipients, and recognize those who continue to wait for lifesaving transplants. More than 3,200 participants turned out for the event!
We had a great team representing the American Transplant Foundation this year. Thirty-one people ran or walked with the Foundation’s team, and 21 volunteers passed out water on the course or worked in the expo informing attendees about our work in the community. Special thanks to everyone who came and showed their support for the cause!
Congratulations to Elizabeth Mullen and Michelle Cleminson, team members who placed first in their divisions!
Team Transplant Cycles the 2010 Subaru Elephant Rock
Posted on 16. Jul, 2010 in Events, Past Events, Photos, Team Transplant
The second annual Team Transplant was an incredible success! On Sunday, June 6th, 171 Team Transplant members cycled in the 2010 Subaru Elephant Rock Ride to show their support of the American Transplant Foundation and organ and tissue donation. Our riders and sponsors raised an incredible $63,000 for the Foundation! Twenty-five transplant recipients and five living kidney donors particpated on this year’s team.
After finishing their 100, 62, 34, 25, or seven mile courses, Team Transplant members were invited back to the team tent where volunteers treated them to smoothies, milkshakes, and massages. Volunteers also staffed an informational table at the tent to inform the 7,000 other Elephant Rock riders and their families about the importance of organ and tissue donation.
Thank you to our 171 team members and dozens of volunteers for making this event such a success! Visit the links and watch the video below to learn more about the event.
Photos | Team Sponsors | Meet some of the team’s inspiring members
Team Transplant After Party
Posted on 20. Jun, 2010 in Past Events, Photos, Team Transplant
Team Transplant members and their families were invited to a special after party at Wheat Ridge Cyclery on Thursday, June 10th to celebrate the team’s success at the 2010 Subaru Elephant Rock.
During the party, 31 different prizes from sponsors were raffled off to thank our team members for their participation. We also announced the team’s top three fundraisers, Brian Cerise, Steve Klein, and Jeff Wheelock, who won special prizes for their fundraising efforts. Team members enjoyed delicious food from Spicy Pickle and beer and wine donated by Applejack Wine & Spirits.
Eagles Concert
Posted on 25. May, 2010 in Events, Past Events, Photos
American Transplant Foundation held a special fundraiser at the Eagles concert on May 20th at Denver’s Pepsi Center!
More than 70 guests mixed and mingled at an intimate pre-concert cocktail party in the Tuaca Chill Zone and enjoyed premium seating for the concert. Thanks to our supporters, this event raised $35,000 for the Foundation.
Team Transplant Kick-Off and Registration Party
Posted on 19. Feb, 2010 in Events, Past Events, Photos, Team Transplant
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eam Transplant, the American Transplant Foundation’s second annual charity cycling team for the Subaru Elephant Rock Ride, kicked things off in style at a registration party on February 18th! Tyler Hamilton was there to meet team members and to speak about his experience as a professional road racer. Wheat Ridge Cyclery generously hosted the party, providing raffle prizes and a special discount for all registered team members. Spicy Pickle donated delicious food, and Applejack Wine and Spirits provided beer and wine.
2009 Gold Leaf Awards
Posted on 23. Oct, 2009 in Events, Past Events, Photos, Team Transplant
On October 22, 2009, the Colorado Healthcare Communicators honored the American Transplant Foundation with a Gold Leaf Award, the highest award possible, for our special event, Team Transplant 2009! The Gold Leaf Awards is an annual dinner and awards ceremony recognizing excellence in the field of healthcare communications. Team Transplant was the only winner under the category Ongoing Community Relations. This special event was held at The University Club in downtown Denver, Colorado.
