Sunday 28 July 2013

Alex's Lemonade Stand

On Saturday Breyden's 10 year old cousin Alex had his annual Lemonade stand in Vancouver's west end. As he does every year, he makes the lemonade from fresh lemons.  He also has fresh baked cookies and other goodies that he makes with his mom the day before. A real treat for Westenders on their way to the farmers market up the street.
Thanks to everyone who stopped by the lemonade stand this morning!
$60.20 was donated to the Canadian Cancer Society through the Cross Canada Cure. And then a very generous neighbor donated the remaining $39.80 to  round it up to an even $100.




THANK YOU!!
-Diane (Alex's Mom/Breyden\s Aunt)

Tuesday 23 July 2013

The Car Wash

Turnout for the car wash was just amazing. but more notable was the commitment and enthusiasm of Shell Station owner,  Neeraj Aggarwal, and Manager Len Tinkler.


The amount of work that they did and the energy they put forth for this event was inspiring.  As I drove down Scott Road and approached the station I saw the whole corner was decorated with balloons, banners and staff out on the sidewalks with signs promoting the fundraiser.  I was completely overwhelmed.

To Neeraj, Len and all of the staff and family who helped out and participated I want to express a huge thank you and much appreciated from Breyden, my mom an dad who are Breyden's support on the road as well as myself and the rest of the family who comprise @TeamBreyden. We are very a grateful for all you did.  THANK YOU!










Food booths, lemonade stand and silent auction
Doing my bit




Line up for the car wash

My cousin Anne and Crystal came to give support too.




Toni even made her own home baked chocolate chip cookies. They delicious AND she shared with me her secret ingredient, which I will use next time I bake some. THANKS TONI!

Car Wash Lineup was always 2-4 cars deep

Some of the staff who were there helping out

Me and just a few of the staff who put on the event.  Thanks gang, 








The Lemonade guys. These guys totally rocked the place. So much enthusiasm. 

Len and Neeraj are still working on figuring out the total raised to support Breyden's walk.  Proceeds will go to food, shelter, shoes etc so that Breyden can continue on his fundraising walk.  I will have an addendum to this blog entry within a few days.

If you would like to financially support the CrossCanadaCure: CIBC transit # 00250 account # 83-68694


thank you,
Daryl

Wednesday 17 July 2013

Ontario

Breyden crossed into Ontario yesterday.  I just need to take a minute to let that totally sink in.  It is so hard to believe that just under 4 months ago he left Horseshoe Bay on his walk to raise awareness and funds for cancer research. He has walked over 2,400 kilometers and fully crossed 4 provinces so far. Motivated by his desire to help a friend suffering from Leukemia, he just keeps on going, averaging over 30 km a day.

Still I need to do a big request for everyone to make a donation and help him realize his financial goal towards the Canadian Cancer Society. 

I am very excited about the upcoming fundraiser for him this Saturday.  My good friend Len, manager of the Shell Station at 96th Street and Scott Road (120th) in Surrey BC, and the owner, Neeraj are holding a big Car Wash Fundraiser to help raise money for the expenses of the trip that allow Breyden to continue every day on his walk for the Canadian Cancer Society.  I will be there to help and with a donation table to donate directly to the CCS as well.

I am letting my car get good and dirty and am looking forward to getting it washed up nice and shiny again.  What about you?  Come on down and get your vehicle all clean for the weekend. Have a hotdog, a lemonade (a classic lemonade stand from some local grade 5 boys!) and come over and say hi.  I'd love to meet some of the blog readers.

Look forward to seeing you there.

Daryl
(on behalf of Breyden Walken Erickson)

Friday 12 July 2013

Fundraiser on Saturday July 20 in Surrey BC

Upcoming fundraiser for 18 year old Bryeden Erickson who is walking across Canada to raise money for cancer research.  He started in Horseshoe Bay BC on March 23 and is currently just east of Winnipeg MB.  He has walked over 2,400 kilometers so far.

On July 20, a local Shell Station at 96th Avenue and Scott Road in Surrey BC will be having a special car wash day as a fundraiser to support Breyden's walk.

From 11 am until 3 pm any regular $20.00 car wash will have the proceeds donated to fund Breyden's Cross Canada Cure. Extra staff will be on had to provide a value-added car wash experience; including interior cleaning.

The Chantrell Creek Grade 5 boys will be hosting a lemonade stand and are donating their proceeds (after expenses) to the fundraiser. There will also be a BBQ. Get a hotdog, lemonade, a clean car and help fight cancer all in one stop!

There is also a silent auction  including 4 Vancouver game tickets, a Ferrari Cap, Cordless phone, a Car cleaning system, car wash coupons and more.

Oh yea, and I will be there to help out with the car cash. Come on down, and join in and and help out a great cause.

Thanks to owner Neeraj Aggarwall and Manager Len Tinkler for their efforts and amazing generosity.

The amazing and irreplaceable Len Tinkler
Make a donation to help fight cancer.

Thanks,

(Uncle) Daryl Lonneberg


Friday 5 July 2013

Southern Manitoba

Everyone is affected by cancer, and anyone can make a difference.

For 18 year-old Salmon Arm youth Breyden Erickson, the desire to make a difference motivates him to keep walking on his journey across Canada to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society. In his 4th month and his 4th province since leaving Horseshoe Bay on March 23, his Cross Canada Cure is slowly reaching his goal of raising $323,323.00. Many teenagers take a year off after high school before starting a post secondary education. Breyden decided to spend most of that time making a difference, and has walked over 2000 km so far.

The support vehicle driven by Breyden’s grandparents is affectionately known by the family as ‘The Mother Ship’, and officially joined the Cross Canada Cure when Breyden came through the Salmon Arm area. The trek also is being greatly supported by Salmon Arm Mayor Nancy Cooper who has been graciously extending mayor-to-mayor requests to fellow mayors in towns across the country to meet with Breyden and support the cause.

Canada Day marked the 101st day of his trek – and Breyden Erickson is making a difference.

Here is their plan for Southern Manitoba cities.  Breyden and the team are arranging local meetings with media etc.  If you live in or near any of these towns/cities and want to know more or or would even like to walk with him for a bit to show support. please comment or contact us at @TeamBreyden on Twitter.


July 5 - Sidney
July 6 - MacGregor
July 7 - Portage
July 8 - Oakville
July 9 - Headingly
July 10- Winnipeg
July 11- Winnipeg
July 12- Lorette
July 13- Richer
July 18- Kenora
July 21- Vermillion
July 22- Dryden
July 23- Wabigoon