Hello -

Since becoming passionately involved in open water marathon swimming, I have found that I can make a difference in the lives of others by swimming. Through the creation of MacySwim for a Cure, I'm able to use my swimming for personal enjoyment but also to donate to the Masonic Cancer Center at the University of Minnesota earmarked for Breast Cancer research. This cause has always been of importance to me because it is a way for me to honor my family and friends who are and have been courageous in their fight against breast cancer. In the past, my grandma and my aunts fought the disease, resulting in 2 wins and 1 loss. Most recently my mother beat her battle with breast cancer.  Unfortunately due to an unexpected event, I lost my mother way too soon.  However, she was so involved in my goal to raise $50,000 for breast cancer research that I believe by continuing my swimming and my fundraising she is with me every step of the way.  And I know with help of people like you, we can reach this goal.

The Masonic Cancer Center is 1 of 39 recognized research institutes by the National Cancer Institute. Led by Dr. Douglas Yee, the Masonic Cancer Center is committed to improving the lives of those fighting cancer as well as the lives of their family members. To learn more about the center, please check out their website www.cancer.umn.edu .

With your contributions, we will continue to make a difference. If you wish to make a cash contribution to the Masonic Cancer Center, I am honored. If not, please continue to send me your love and support in other ways. All are invaluable to me.

Much love, Michelle

Donations can be written to Masonic Cancer Center indicating the donations specifically for Breast Cancer Research and in support of MacySwim for a Cure. Please see information on at the website http://www.cancer.umn.edu/development/waystogive.html.

If you wish to send the donations to me, you can contact me at mlmacy@hotmail.com for my address. Please use "Breast Cancer Donation" in the subject line. I will then fill out all the paper work and submit to the Masonic Cancer Center.

Or if not interested in tax receipts, donate online via PayPal and I will personally submit the donations: