“We were amazed at the number of people, both participants and spectators alike, that asked us about VHL. There were 50,000 participants and many more spectators. People were cheering us on saying “Way to go VHL!” and radio stations positioned throughout the 7.46 mile course always asked what VHL stood for and then gave us a plug over their loud speakers. We decided my sister, Conny, should be our official spokesperson because she did such a good job explaining VHL to everyone.

“KXLY TV interviewed Kim and me and the interview will air today (thanks to Sallie Rowe). It was such a great experience I encourage more people to do something similar to just get the VHL name out there -- if they see it, they will ask about it! We decided next year we will hand out cards with info to those who ask about VHL and once again we will put VHL.org on our shirts.”

Jenny and Kim and friends raised over $2000!

As printed in the VHL Family Forum 16:3, September 2008. For permission to reprint, please contact VHL Family Alliance, editor@vhl.org.