2008 Blondes vs. Brunettes Flag Football Fundraiser
To benefit the Alzheimer's Association Saturday, November 8, 2008
Young Leaders of Washington Score Big in the Battle Against Alzheimer’s Disease
***NOTE: Tickets purchased online are only for the 4th Annual Blondes vs. Brunettes Game and post-game events. Admission to the brunch at Hudson must be paid for at the door.***
Sports? It's not exactly their thing. Sure, their hand-eye coordination is superb – when it comes to painting their toenails. But when it comes to fundraising, these women never fumble.
Since 2005, Blondes vs. Brunettes has raised more than $75,000 for the Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area Chapter. This unique charity has brought some of Washington, D.C.'s most prominent young women leaders together to raise awareness about the disease – sometimes occurring in individuals as young as 30 – and funds for the Chapter so that it may continue to provide services and programs – at no or low cost – to area residents.
Other cities have followed Washington, D.C.'s lead and in just three years, the event has raised nearly $250,000 for the Alzheimer's Association. Now in it's fourth year, Blondes vs. Brunettes has sparked other Alzheimer's affiliated young professional groups in cities around the country to host their own flag football games.
"We know that this game won't cure anyone today, tomorrow, or even the day after that," said Ryan Triplette, BvB organizer. "But as this game grows with participants and donors and in cities around the country, it will raise awareness and commitment to finding a cure. It is our hope and firm belief that, one day, we will all become Champions because we will find a cure for the disease."
The success of Blondes vs. Brunettes is apparent and now a highly anticipated annual fundraising event for the Alzheimer's Association. An unprecedented goal of $100,000 has been set for the 2008 DC game.
"In May, I lost my father to the disease," said Sara Allen Abbott, BvB organizer. "When I started this event with friends, he was my inspiration to benefit the Alzheimer's Association. I am dedicating our game this year in his memory."
Players for this year's re-match include women from wide variety of professions; and all demonstrate leadership, special skills, notable contributions, and unmatched dedication, passion and spirit to help make the impossible, possible.
Players for each team were announced at the Draft Party on Saturday, September 13, 2008 at Darlington House. Click 'Meet the Teams' for more information about the players, coaches and water girls.
The game will be held on Saturday, November 8 at Francis Field (25th & N Streets, NW). Kick-off is at 1:00PM. Tickets are available for purchase online and also include admission to post-game Victory Block Party.
