Phi Delta Theta

Ken Harris

Florida Epsilon - University of South Florida

My Iron Phi Story

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Florida Epsilon - University of South Florida

Mr. Ken Harris

8 percent of goal achieved.

Goal: $1,000.00
Achieved: $80.00

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This year, I'll be attempting to become an Iron Phi - a distinction given to a small percentage of members within my Fraternity. The mission of Iron Phi is to strengthen the Phi Delta Theta International Fraternity and the impact it has on the fight against Lou Gehrig's disease through the fundraising and athletic efforts of its members. Lou Gehrig was a member of Phi Delta Theta, and our organization has taken an active role in finding a cure.

The net proceeds will support ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) research, education, screening and treatment.  It will also help strengthen an organization (Phi Delta Theta) that has had a lasting impact on my life.

I will be competing in the ING Miami Marathon on January 30, 2011. I will be running a half-marathon but will continue to participate in more events in the future.

According to The ALS Association's web site, approximately 5,600 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with ALS each year. It is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Motor neurons reach from the brain to the spinal cord and from the spinal cord to the muscles throughout the body. The progressive degeneration of the motor neurons in ALS eventually leads to their death. That's why I'm becoming an Iron Phi. To do something bold about Lou Gehrig's disease.

I've set my personal goal at $1000. So I need your help. Would you please consider making a donation of any amount?  You can make a donation on this page by clicking on the "Make a Gift" link below the thermometer. 

I hope that you'll share this incredible adventure with me - by supporting me in my fundraising efforts.

Thank you in advance for your generosity!

Sincerely,
Ken Harris

 


 

My Personal Web Log

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2010-2012
Just a few of the events I've participated in, or am contemplating in the next year:
12/04/2010 - GFLRRC Jingle Bell Jog 5k
12/26/2010 - GFLRRC Resolution 5k
01/08/2011 - Humane Society / Run for the Animals 5k
01/30/2011 - ING Miami Half-Marathon
02/20/2011 - Ft Lauderdale A1A Half-Marathon
03/12/2011 - GFLRRC St. Patrick's Day 4-Miler
04/03/2011 - Gumbo Limbo Nature Center 10k
SUMMER - Not many races available, will probably take the time off and practice swimming...
10/1/2011 - Disney Wine and Dine Half-Marathon (thinking about it)
11/13/2011 - Fort Lauderdale 13.1 (thinking about it)
12/04/2011 - Marathon of the Palm Beaches (maybe, half)
01/08/2012 - Walt Disney World Half-Marathon (thinking about it)
01/29/2012 - ING Miami FULL Marathon
03/03/2012 - Gasparilla Distance Classic - Tampa

by Ken Harris on Fri, Mar 04, 2011 @ 8:54 PM

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How Does My Donation Make a Difference?

Your donation towards an Iron Phi athlete equally supports two very important things: Supporting ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) through research and support of ALS families and leadership development for undergraduate members of Phi Delta Theta Fraternity.

At the end of each year calendar year, the LiveLikeLou Foundation grants dollars raised through Iron Phi to fund its initiatives that support ALS research, scholarships to support the higher education goals of ALS dependents, and summer camp experiences for children who have a parent or grandparent with ALS.

Dollars used for undergraduate leadership development have and continue to help Phi Delta Theta educate more of its undergraduate members as they work to “Become the Greatest Version of Themselves.”