Every February, the little town of Minden hosts a four day weekend fundraiser for St Jude’s Children Research Hospital. Every year, they do a phenomenal job of hosting events that bring everyone in the surrounding areas together for a common cause: childhood cancer. It’s such a.l beautiful thing that I have been so happy to be a part of the last three years. I hardly even knew this went on until three years ago because I don’t actually live in Minden. Ever since I found out about this incredible thing the people of Minden do, I have put forth my effort to help the cause. I have donated sessions for the raffle and run in the races that they hold.
This year was no exception. My girls, husband and I loaded up at 7:15 to head to Minden for our 8am race. The girls raced in the fun run and I raced in the 5k. It rained on us most of the time but I didn’t dampen our spirits. We all had a blast!!
Together, the town of Minden raised $2.5 million dollars for the kids of St Jude!! How incredibly amazing is that??
Here’s a recap of the races and here’s to next year!!
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Thank you, Minden, for such a fun and amazing weekend raising money for St. Jude!