The 7th Annual Pumpkin Run
Each October, LMMF hosts our annual Pumpkin Run, The Pumpkin Run is LMMF’s largest fundraiser of the year and features a 1 and 3- Mile Run, a 1 Mile Walk, and a “Kiddie Fun Run” for children 7 and under. Both competitive and recreational runners/walkers are encouraged to participate in the Pumpkin Run. Family participation is also encouraged!
Date: Saturday October 11th, 2008. SAVE THE DATE!!!
Pre-Registration Fee: $10.00. To pregister and to view the 2008 Pumpkin Run brochure (coming soon)
Late Registration Fee: $15.00. 9:30am-10:30am at Tyron Field in Rutherford
Featuring: 1 and 3-Mile Run, 1 Mile Walk and a Kiddie Fun Run (Face Painting & Balloon Animals), Free indoor/outdoor picnic immediately following the race! Join us for food, live music, and a Tricky Tray Raffle!
Awards: Top men and women runners will receive awards.
Sponsorsheet: To have someone sponsor you at this year's run click (coming soon)
Benefiting: Proceeds from the Annual Pumpkin Run will support the efforts of New Jersey State Organization of Cystic Fibrosis and the Lindsey Meyer Teen Institute, a leadership training program for high school students with an emphasis on alcohol, tobacco, and other drug prevention. In addition, Pumpkin Run proceeds will benefits LMMF's Educational Scholarship Fund, which assists students at various high schools throughout the state.
The 6th Annual Pumpkin Run
We wish to extend our heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to all those who attended our 6th Annual Pumpkin Run on Saturday. It was our most successful event so far. Thanks also go to our LMMF Executive Board, LMTI, Pumpkin Run Committee and to all the volunteers, contributors and supporters. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
The winners of this years run were:
Male One Mile Run Female One Mile Run Male Three Mile Run
1. Ryan Stuiso 4:57 1. Julia Ireland 5:17 1. Justin Van Dyk 16:00
2. Chris Reid 4:58 2. Brittany O'Keefe 5:20 2. Jack Boyle 20:47
3. Dom Mancini 5:00 3. Allison Reagan 5:25 2(A) Giovani Munoz 20:47
3. Rodrique Agreda 20:52
Female Three Mile Run
1. Amanda Spethman 22:08
2. Ursula Klim 22:42
3. Laura Cardinali 22:48
2007 Person of the Year Dinner
Each year, the Lindsey Meyer Memorial Foundation honors an individual for their selfless dedication to and notable impact on the Foundation or our mission.
This year, the Lindsey Meyer Memorial Foundation was pleased to honor Dennis Letsche as the 2007 Person of the Year. Dennis has been instrumental in the forming and continuation of the Foundation and we are grateful for this opportunity to honor his dedication and commitment.
Lindsey Meyer Memorial Foundation
2007 Person of the Year Dinner
Dennis Letsche
At the Lindsey Meyer Memorial Foundation (LMMF) Person of the Year Dinner honoring Dennis Letsche, Harold Nafash was our Master of Ceremonies. James Guida, Deacon at St. Mary’s Church in Rutherford and President of the Kip Center Executive Board said the Blessing.
A special moment of the evening was the induction of Brian Moser into the Lindsey Meyer Honor Roll. Brian’s mother, Berniece DeMerritt, was present to accept this honor. The Lindsey Meyer Honor Roll is dedicated to those who have lost their battle with Cystic Fibrosis. Other inductees include Dawn Letsche and Brian Letsche.
Awards, Proclamation & Accolades presented to Dennis from:
-Mayor & Freeholder Bernadette McPherson
-Neil Krauter, Chairman & CEO of Krauter & Company
-Alan Barone, President, Board of Directors of New Jersey State Organization of Cystic Fibrosis.
-Peggy Letsche, Executive Director of the Kip Center and member of the LMMF Executive Board
-Dan Saxon, President of Friends of the Rutherford Library and Jane Fisher
-Jaime Sierfeld Director of the Lindsey Meyer Teen Institutemember of the LMMF Executive Board
-Wayne Meyer, member of the LMMF Executive Board
Dignitaries present at the dinner included:
-Mayor & Freeholder Bernadette McPherson
-Councilman Richard Reyes
-Councilwoman Maura Keyes
-Councilman George Fecarin
-Councilman Joseph Sommer.
Mayor Bernadette McPherson presents a proclamation to Dennis, as Harold Nafash, Master of Ceremonies looks on.
Friends of the Library President Dan Saxon and Rutherford Public Library Director, Jane Fisher congratulate Dennis and present a Certificate of Appreciation to him.
Eileen Baker, President of the Lindsey Meyer Memorial Foundation (LMMF) is shown inducting Brian Moser into the Lindsey Meyer Honor Roll, created for those special people who lost their battle with Cystic Fibrosis. Brian’s mom, Berniece DeMerritt accepts a rose in honor of the occasion. Brian joins Dawn Letsche and Brian Letsche, inductees from 2006.
Dennis expressing his thanks to everyone for coming and for all the allocates bestowed on him.
NJSOCF Bernice McDermott, Rosemary Schroeder, Debra Sikkema, Alan Barone and Karen Albano.
Dennis, Peggy, Danielle and their family celebrate Dennis’ honor.
Dennis shown with the Lindsey Meyer Teen Institute staff: Chris Storms, Jaime Sierfeld, Director, Dennis, Justin Maxfield and Sean O’Beirne, Sr.
Harold & Jean Nafash, Wayne & Carol Meyer, Peggy, Dennis & Danielle Letsche, Horst Bender and Eileen Baker.
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