Brandon’s Run 2013

ballard_foundationThe Fifth Annual Brandon’s Run has been planned for Sunday, November 24, 2012 at 2:00 pm.  The 2-mile awareness run/walk will begin at Rockridge High School.  Proceeds will be used for testicular awareness educational materials and a $500.00 scholarship for a senior basketball player at Rockridge High School.  The registration fee is $15.00 per person.  Click here to download an entry form.

You can also learn more about Brandon and this cause at the foundations facebook page at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=141864445841769&index=1 or vist the webpage: http://forever44brandon.wix.com

During Brandon’s illness it was his dream to educate junior and senior high students on the symptoms of Testicular Cancer.
Unfortunately time was cut short for Brandon on November 29, 2008, and his dream of making a difference through education and awareness has been left to his family and friends.

Illinois legislature passed “Brandon’s Law” including:

Physicals will include a testicular exam for all young males.
Health classes will include a section on cancer education and how to talk to family and health professionals.

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