Which Charity for 2009?

I plan to be a charity runner for the Chicago Marathon.  I’m not sure which organization I want to raise money for.  Last year I raised money for two great causes.  It was tough raising the money so I might focus my energy on one group.  The question is which organization?  Children’s Memorial Hospital, American Red Cross, or the American Cancer Society.

I raised money for the American Cancer Society for the Chicago Distance Classic.  They work towards eliminating cancer as a health problem in the United States by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy and service.”  Last year, I ran in honor of my uncle who died from cancer a few years ago.

For the Chicago Marathon, I raised money for Children’s Memorial Hospital.  They provide pediatric care to some of Chicago’s sickest children.  It’s a great cause and I ran for them in honor of my cousin Jeff who died when were kids.

The American Red Crosss is a wonderful organization that has done a lot of good throughout the Chicago area and the United States.  They provide training so volunteers can respond to emergencies and care for people after a disaster or emergencies.   I’d like to raise money for them because of all the good work they do.

Which group should I raise money for?  The American Red Cross, Children’s Memorial Hospital or the American Cancer Society?  Maybe I could raise money for two of the three groups again?

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