WINNEMUCCA - Funding is now available for cancer victims who need help fighting what can be a very expensive disease.
Mary Maher Bengoa, the co-chairman of the annual LaRena Smith Bengoa Run, Ride or Walk for the Cure, said approximately 300 people participated in the May 10 LaRena Smith Bengoa Run, Ride or Walk for the Cure at French Ford Middle School.
When those entry fees were added to proceeds from the day's silent auction and raffle, and donations from generous local businesses and individuals, Bengoa said more than $30,000 is now available to cancer fighters in Humboldt and Lander counties.
"We had another very successful year," said Bengoa of the group's annual fundraiser, "now we're excited to get this money to those people who need it most."
Cancer victims can apply for funding each year their cancer diagnosis is confirmed by a physician. The one-page application is simple to complete, and most people receive a check for $1,000 within about three days of applying.
The organization does not stipulate how the money can be used.
Donations to the cancer fund can be made throughout the year at any Wells Fargo Bank, or by sending to Jeannie McRae, c/o OK Tire, 750 W. Winnemucca Boulevard, Winnemucca, NV, 89445.
Cancer fighters may access an application for assistance by visiting www.larenasrace.org and clicking on the link located under the "More Information" heading located on the right-hand side of the home page.
Information is also available by calling Mary Maher Bengoa at (775) 635-8520.[[In-content Ad]]
