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Old 03-17-2018, 09:20 PM
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Hello Rennlisters!

Wanted to send a shout out to everyone on Rennlist to give you an update from the 2017 Hands Together for a Cure year. Have a read of the attachment for the details and amazing stories from what was the best year to date! One such story involves a humble guy and fellow Rennlist member Irish Guitar. I reached out last year in April, and within 30 minutes he responded back with a donation of VIP tickets to his concert here in Calgary. The tickets went towards the annual Hands Together for a Cure Low and Slow BBQ and Silent Auction which culminated in a significant bid.

Also would like to once again send out a thanks to;
- David at Forgeline Wheels (6 year supporter)
- Porsche Centre Calgary (6 year supporter)
- CR Techniques/Chinook Upholstery (6 year supporter)
- South Centre VW (6 year supporter)
- ConeKilr (6 year supporter)
- Range Mobility Calgary
- TPC
- RSS
- Tarett Engineering
- Guard Transmission
- Sikand Foundation
- Colliers International
- CAE Healthcare
Without these quality supporters, among so many others, we would never have surpassed our fundraising goals every year
We are on again for 2018!

Brent Thorkelson
www.handstogetherforacure.com


Caleb waited two years for his ride. Was so excited!


Caleb and Dad Jason signing the GT3


Carter was the winner of the fastest speed entering turn 1 @ 147 km/h!


Every survivor got a HTFAC T-Shirt that proudly stated they have officially entered the 160 km/h Club which was reached between turns 6 and 7!
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Old 03-18-2018, 01:37 AM
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Great work Brent! And a wonderful write up too!
Wishing you fun and success for your 2018 event!
Doug N.
P.S. Be sure to reach out if you are heading down my way.
Old 03-18-2018, 01:31 PM
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Hey, Thanks Doug.
Will definitely reach out if we get down south this year. Might also reach out from an authoring point of view.

Brent
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Brent - This is an amazing story. I can’t think of a better way o use a GT3 than to give these kids and their families a smile. I think everyone on this board should be donating to such a cause. I will be today.
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Thanks for the kind words, and your generous donation.
Every dollar raised goes straight to kids cancer research. This research is shared globally.

Brent
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I have to admit I am bit surprised this great story did not get more attention from our board / community.
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Brent, I'm in again this year; tix plus meet and greet passes for the show are available for you to auction. Good luck as always!

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Wow sounds like a great project.


Would love to get involved this year anyway possible.


Please keep us in mind and email kf@gttechnik.com
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Originally Posted by agdamis
Brent - This is an amazing story. I can’t think of a better way o use a GT3 than to give these kids and their families a smile. I think everyone on this board should be donating to such a cause. I will be today.
Agreed! Happy to support Brent!

Have a great event!
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Jon
Thanks for the donation. Absolutely fantastic to be getting the RLers on board. Have been busy pounding the pavement for donations as well as getting the GT3 ready for the event. Lots to get done, but when the weekend comes, it all is soooo worth while.

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Vivian
Once again, thank you. You have always been a big supporter of Hands Together for a Cure. Folks from our Calgary Police and EMS have already been asking if there will be more tix available. Big hit at the Hands Together for a Cure Low and Slow BBQ and Silent Auction!

Brent
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Consider it done! I will send off a donation proposal your way tomorrow. Call me anytime so I can explain more.

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