Hi all friends of Monte and Northampton Radio,
After 14 years, this week's Cancer Connection Camp Out is the final Camp Out ever. Monte is ending the Camp Out and we want to go out on a big, tearful, generous note - and you can help.
If you've ever listened to the end of the Camp Out, you know that Monte asks each camper to tell who they're camping in honor of and how much they've raised. There are cheers, tears, and gratitude as each camper's fundraising total is added to the grand total!
We want to celebrate - and surprise! - Monte with a team in his honor and announce it at the end of the Camp Out. We've created the team and set an audacious goal - $1000 for every year Monte's camped out for the Cancer Connection. That's $14,000. If just 30 more people donate $280 we can hit this goal! Remember - this is a secret surprise for Monte. Any donation is appreciated.
Every dollar raised allows Cancer Connection to offer FREE, non-medical services to people facing cancer, and their loved ones and caregivers. Things like support groups. Massage. Reiki. Art classes. Imagine how powerful it is to feel better, be creative, or get support when facing your cancer. That's why people camp out. That's why I'm asking for your help.
My wife received support services like this when she was dealing with her cancer. I know how much it meant to her. She's camping out for our team this year, in what looks to be a solid two days of cold, dreary rain.
Let's hit our goal, honor Monte, and surprise the hell out of him Thursday morning!
Donate today! Thanks for your time and consideration.
Mark Lattanzi, Northampton Radio
Cancer Connection Camp Out
February 26-27th, on the Old Courthouse Lawn, in Downtown Northampton: 93.9 The River’s Monte Belmonte will camp out in the cold one last time to raise funds for Cancer Connection’s free, non-medical services for people facing cancer, and their families and caregivers here in western Mass.
“I hate camping. Especially in winter. And I really hate cancer. But when dreaming up this year’s Camp Out I thought maybe we should add something else I strongly dislike: The Grateful Dead. The Deadheads around me keep trying to convince me otherwise, so here’s their chance. I’ll keep listening to the Dead as long as the money continues to come in. That way Deadheads will have to pony up to make their case. All the while keeping the money flowing for Cancer Connection and subjecting me to the endless noodling and incredibly long songs of the Grateful Dead.” --Monte
“During a time when I really wanted support, caring, comfort and understanding, the people at the cancer support group listened to my story, related to my experience, acknowledged my thoughts, accepted the tragedies, and heard me. I was no longer alone.” -- Howard Hanna, Cancer Connection participant.
Since 2006, the Cancer Connection Camp Out has raised over $623,000 for Cancer Connection’s free services. That's 14 years of camping out since Cancer Connection's doors opened 20 years ago.
How can YOU help? DONATE to a camper or team on this site. There is a service fee that you can opt to pay ornot.
Make a challenge. It's not too late! Join many local businesses including Camp Out Champion Greenfield Savings Bank. Email us by Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 4 PM.
Listen to 93.9 The River on the radio or via their website, wrsi.com starting at 6AM, Wednesday, February 26th until at least 10AM the following morning Thursday February 27th.
Stop by and enjoy the spectacle and the entertainment! Writing a check? Bringing your piggybank? Make your gift at the Camp Out!
Or mail your check to Cancer Connection, 41 Locust Street, Northampton, MA 01060.
Together, let's support Monte as he works tirelessly to make it fun for people to give. Please make a donation to support this critical resource. Last chance to donate to the camp out.
Help us thank 93.9 The River FOR HOSTING the Campout!
Cancer Connection offers programs and support free of charge in a comforting and welcoming environment for adults and children living with a cancer diagnosis, their families, and their caregivers. The funds raised from Monte's Bed In for Cancer Connection provide 1-to-1 guidance, integrative therapies, support groups, and many physical and creative workshops that help people take care of themselves at a very trying time of life. We focus on coping strategies, relieving stress, building physical and emotional strength, and feeding the spirit. Visit our website or call our office at 413-586-1642 for more information.