June 10, 2008

Race Exceeds $1 Million for Children's Miracle Network
The 36th running of the Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run was a resounding success.  The $1 million goal to donate to children’s hospitals was exceeded!

Credit is Due to You…
and the multitude of credit union volunteers serving on the board, committees and on race day.  It is an incredible example of credit unions and their affiliates cooperating to help sick kids, build team spirit, and raise awareness on Capitol Hill.  Here are some results:

  • Sixth year of race sponsorship.  This year we had 130 sponsors representing
    30 states.
  • In 2008 the net proceeds to children’s hospitals across the country exceeded the
    $1 million goal at $1,036,000.  Since its inception in 2001, CUMD has turned over a total of $2.6 million to local children’s hospitals.
  • Of the12,000 runners, 5,700 were credit union members.  Fifty credit union teams competed.  The runners raised $35,000 in the on-line giving program.
  • 600 Capitol Hill runners were registered.
  • Over 50 credit unions sent nearly 700 volunteers to help at the race as course sentries, water stops, etc.
  • A very successful Gala Dinner and Auction held April 4 raised $45,000!

And the Winners are…
Runners
First place team:  Bank-Fund Flyers of Bank-Fund Staff FCU (3:10:36)
Fastest female:  Jenn Dietz (1:05:04) of State Department FCU
Fastest male:  Martin Lanz (57:37) of Bank-Fund Staff FCU

Fundraisers
Member Donation Challenge:  Constellation FCU for raising $3,197 from a raffle for "$1,500 toward your next vacation”, and from Valentine's Day and Mardi Gras bake sales.
Organizational Donation Challenge:  Department of Labor FCU for raising $5,350 that members donated through its skip-a-payment program.

Volunteers
Most Spirited Volunteer Team:  NASA FCU for enthusiastic cheering by a 52-member volunteer team at a water stop.

CUMD for Receiving the Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Award
Credit Union Miracle Day, Inc. won the prestigious Doral Maxwell Social Responsibility Recognition Award from the Maryland and DC Credit Union Association.  Its entry will advance to the national level.

Congratulations to all for these amazing achievements!

Next year’s race, set for April 5, 2009…
will be even bigger and better.  Plan to put your sponsorship (levels remain the same) in the 2009 budget.

Thank you for your support of this vital cause!


Sarah Turner
Director, Credit Union Miracle Day


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