2010 CJ Spiegel Memorial Golf Tournament
Posted on 07. Aug, 2010 in Events, Recent Events
The American Transplant Foundation was the proud beneficiary of the Sixth Annual CJ Spiegel Memorial Gold Tournament on August 6, 2010! Eighty golfers gathered at the Gypsum Creek Golf Club in Gypsum, Colorado to remember CJ Spiegel, a young hero who gave the gift of life. Thanks to the event’s golfers, sponsors, and volunteers, this event raised more than $9,700 to support the Foundation.
You can learn more about the tournament’s namesake, CJ, and read other inspiring stories about transplant on our Transplant Stories page.
Deer Creek Challenge
Posted on 19. Jul, 2010 in Events, Featured Events, Team Transplant
This year, the Foundation’s charity cycling team, Team Transplant, has been invited to participate in a special inaugural event, the Deer Creek Challenge on Sunday, August 29th!
The Deer Creek Challenge has three courses that start in Littleton, Colorado and wind through beautiful Deer Creek Canyon; there’s the 33-mile course, the Metric Century, and—for the truly fit—the Century. With more than 12,700 feet elevation gain, this is the toughest century in the United States!
You’ll like what you get at the Deer Creek Challenge! Benefits for all courses include:
- $10 off the registration price for Team Transplant members; (NEW! Use coupon code DCCTEAM10 to get the discount.)
- Fully loaded aid stations complete with bike racks every 10 to 14 miles;
- Limited vehicle traffic for safer cycling;
- Post-ride barbecue with free beer;
- Commemorative t-shirt; and
- A place to relax in the Team Transplant tent after your ride!
We hope you will take up the challenge and help us raise awareness for organ and tissue donation at this event! All fundraising is optional, though those who do raise money can earn the team cycling gear. (Raise $250 and you get a free jersey!)
If we recruit 50 riders, the American Transplant Foundation will become an official beneficiary of the event! Please join Team Transplant and recruit your friends to help us reach this goal!
11th Annual Donor Dash
Posted on 18. Jul, 2010 in Events, Photos, Recent Events
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, Photos, Recent Events, 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
Eagles Concert
Posted on 25. May, 2010 in Events, Photos, Recent Events
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, Photos, Recent Events, 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.
“On the List” Book Tour 2010
Posted on 26. Jan, 2010 in Events, On the List, Recent Events
In 2010, the Foundation continues its national tour promoting living donation and Steve Farber and Harlan Abrahams book, On the List.
Book signings were recently held in the following cities:
Los Angeles, California – January 26
Las Vegas, Nevada – January 27
New York City, New York – April 14
UNC Alumni Reunion
Posted on 10. Jan, 2010 in Events, Recent Events
The American Transplant Foundation was proud to be chosen as the beneficiary of the UNC and Greeley Alumni Reunion at Chopper’s Sports Grill on January 9, 2010! This event raised $5,000 for the Foundation.
Aspen Summit for Life
Posted on 10. Dec, 2009 in Events, Recent Events
American Transplant Foundation was a proud sponsor of the Chris Klug Foundation’s fourth annual Summit for Life in Aspen, Colorado from December 10th through 12th! This weekend of events included a panel discussion, dinner, after parties, and a race to raise awareness for organ and tissue donation. At Saturday’s Summit for Life nighttime, uphill race, participants raced from the base to the summit of Aspen Mountain–climbing 2.5 miles and 3,267 vertical feet!
2009 Gold Leaf Awards
Posted on 23. Oct, 2009 in Events, Photos, Recent Events, 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.
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