Personal Fundraising Page for Melissa Simon
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I'm raising money for the Chicago Go Red Luncheon being held February 25, 2011

Fundraising Amount=$4,860.00 ; Goal=$5,000.00
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The Circle of Red is crucial in driving local support to fund life saving research and to educate women.  Though we have made great strides in the advancement of women’s cardiovascular health, we still have far to go.  We need your help now so that our mothers, sisters, and daughters have a chance to fight this silent killer.  By sharing a commitment to speak up, spread the word and support the research, you can help save lives.


Go Red For Women is the American Heart Association’s solution to save women’s lives.  Too many women die each year because they are unaware that heart disease is their No. 1 killer.  One in three women suffers in silence – many not even realizing they are at risk, and almost one woman dies every minute of this largely preventable disease!  Go Red For Women believes that bringing women together empowers them to bring a voice to this silent killer to help save lives. 

The Circle of Red is a very special group of women who support the Go Red For Women cause through their contributions of significant resources and influence in the support of the cause.  The Circle of Red is like a grassroots sisterhood, made up of amazing women who advocate for women’s health and are determined to save lives.


 
Melissa Simon's Story 
For the past 15 years I've made it my personal mission to help raise money and awareness for heart disease, the number one killer of women in the United States.  I've learned first hand the effects of this disease having been diagnosed at a young age with dilated cardiomyopathy.  Fortunately, with medical science and research funded by the American Heart Association, I've led a fairly normal life considering my condition.  As a heart patient, I've seen drastic changes in treatment protocol, pacemaker technology, and medications.  When my heart failed beyond repair in 2007, I was blessed to receive a life saving heart transplant.  My donor, a 14 year old girl named Chloe is the reason why I continue to live a heart healthy life.   Diet, exercise and taking care of my new heart are of utmost importance to me.  I will be telling more of my story at the Go Red Luncheon on 2/25.  Please donate to this event today and help me support the American Heart Association.  Go Red!

Donors and Comments

Jerry Schuck  pledged to give $30.00 3/7/2011
"To Melissa From the Schuck Family."
Annamarie Hedman  gave $50.00 3/5/2011
"Melissa, We are SO proud of you. God bless you and all of your efforts with the American Heart Association. Love you, Annamarie & Joshua Hedman (and Kennedy)"
JOHN G VIDOSH  gave  3/1/2011
"Melissa, Thanks for the opportunity to donate to a great cause. I wish you success in your efforts. All the best, Jack Vidosh"
Stephanie Monaghan  gave  2/26/2011
"Good luck Melissa! Stephanie & Jimmy "
Abby Mickle  gave $25.00 2/25/2011
"You are amazing! "
Anonymous  gave  2/25/2011
"Melissa, go get 'em! You're such an inspiration, and I look forward to getting to know you better in the future! All our best, Janessa and JP"
mary copeland  gave  2/25/2011
"good luck! You're an inspiration. "
Dan Richardson  gave  2/24/2011
"Good Luck Melissa and have fun!"
Dave Simon  gave  2/24/2011
"Almost there!"
Anna Dinwoodie  gave  2/24/2011
"Good luck Melissa! You are such and inspiration! Love Annie, Scott and Matthew"
Anonymous  gave  2/23/2011
"Good luck, Melissa. We are proud of you!"
Rebekah R. Kreutz  gave  2/21/2011
"Go, Melissa, Go! You truly make the world a better place...we're in complete awe :) xo, Becky, Jeff, Abby & Reilly Rose Kreutz"
Felix Yau  gave $100.00 2/18/2011
"We are so lucky to have you as a friend. We love you! - Felix and Jessica"
Anonymous  pledged to give $200.00 2/17/2011
Deborah Frankel  gave $50.00 2/16/2011
"Best Wishes for a successful fundraiser Melissa.......a friend of your mothers in Noblesville......"
Sandra Simon  gave  2/16/2011
"Go Melissa! If anyone can do it, it's you!"
Kelly Simon  gave  2/16/2011
"Melissa we love you and are so proud of you! xoxox"
Julie Patricia Kreutz  gave  2/16/2011
"Melissa - we are so blessed to have you in our life, and our so thankful for your kind (and beating) heart. We love you!"
Kathryn Simon  gave  2/13/2011
Thurm and Patti Noel  gave $100.00 2/12/2011
"We wish you great success in all your endeavers to promote the success of Go Red ! You are a great role model for all! With our love, Patti & Thurm "
Richard & Karen Michaels  gave $100.00 2/12/2011
"Go Melissa! "
Jonathan Urban  gave  2/12/2011
"Best of luck Melissa!"
Sue Simon  gave $100.00 2/12/2011
"Melissa, You are an inspiration to all who know and love you. This is in memory of Grandpa and Chloe who live on in our hearts."
George Moubayed  gave $200.00 2/9/2011
"To my heart transplant mentor...Good luck in reaching your goal and all your future endeavors... Natalie"
Janice Wark  gave $50.00 2/8/2011
"Melissa, you are a great example of giving back, and an inspiration to us all. Thanks for your work on this important cause!"
Ted Cochran  gave $50.00 2/8/2011
"Keep up the great work!"
William Bokan  gave  2/7/2011
Kathleen Scott  gave $100.00 2/6/2011
Jackie Overman  gave  2/5/2011
"We are very proud of you! Clint and Jackie"
Scott Meis  gave $50.00 2/4/2011
"Hey Melissa, sending shouts from Seattle! Hope all is well!"
Steve Ferkau  gave $50.00 2/4/2011
"Hey Melissa! You'll always be a rock star to me... I'm so proud of everything you do for hearts, and for organ donation, and for Chloe... She would be proud of you too... Love, Steve"
Samuel Harold Noel  gave $50.00 2/4/2011
"I am so glad that I can donate to such a great cause. The heart given to Melissa gave her life and saved my precious granddaughter for me to love for many years. Melissa's Papaw Noel"
Ashley A Miletich  gave $100.00 2/4/2011
"Melissa, I am so proud of you! You are such a strong person. Good Luck with your goal sweetie!!!!!!"
Leigh Ryan  gave  2/4/2011
"Melissa, We are happy to donate to this great cause and thrilled that you are living a wonderful life! The Ryan Family"
Dana Flores  gave  2/4/2011
"You go girl!!!"
Courtney M Ryan  gave  2/4/2011
"So proud of all you do for this cause! Good luck reaching your goal!!! "
Greg, Sheila, Luke, Riely Allen  gave $25.00 2/3/2011
"Your enthusiasm and dedication is so admirable! All our love!"
Michael Noel  gave $100.00 2/3/2011
"Good luck! Love, Mike and Sue Noel"
Kathleen Bolin  gave  2/3/2011
"Go Melis! I'm passing this onto Jim Bolin and some other folks who may support the cause. Good Luck!"
Karen E Bettcher  gave  2/3/2011
"Wishing you the best!"
Laura Simons  gave $100.00 2/3/2011
"I am, as always, in awe of you..."
Meredith Rutala  gave  2/3/2011
"In memory of Chloe. We miss you lots and think of you often! Good luck, Melissa! This is a great thing you're doing!"
Claire Cunningham  gave  2/3/2011
"Gooooooooo Reinke Go!!!! I'm proud of your hard work--you have the sweetest heart I know. xoxo"
Pamela Simon  gave $100.00 2/2/2011
"Good luck Melissa!"
Xavier Pokorzynski  gave $100.00 2/1/2011
"Good luck with your goal Melissa!"