Party Run Benefits Leukemia Texas
$35,000 raised to support leukemia patients in Texas

DALLAS, TX (2015) – Leukemia Texas, an independent nonprofit corporation dedicated to fighting leukemia, celebrated Leukemia Awareness month as sole beneficiary of the 2nd annual Party Run.

Organized by C.H. Robinson, the Party Run is a 5K race and fun run through the scenicVitruvian Park. Over 400 competitors came together the night of Friday, Sept. 25.
Following the event, Leukemia Texas proudly accepted a check for $35,000, which will directly support leukemia patients in Texas.

“Leukemia Texas is extremely grateful for the generosity of C.H. Robinson and all sponsors, partners and participants. 100% of the funds raised through the Party Run will go directly to leukemia patients right here in our community.” Mandy O’Neill, CEO Leukemia Texas

The evening began with vendors such as Essentia, Camp Gladiator, Beanitos and others offering runners goodies and prizes. Participants also had the option to enter in a chance drawing to win prizes given by The Claim, Fashion Home Furniture and the American Airlines Center. Major sponsors include C.H. Robinson, Constellation Brands and Victoria Beer, Franconia, McGladrey, and Run On.

“We were honored to have the opportunity to put on such a fun event that can have a big impact with a local partner like Leukemia Texas.” C.H. Robinson

The Party Machine Band kicked off the countdown to the start of the race with music that kept everyone moving throughout the evening. After participants crossed the finish line, they enjoyed free beer, wine, and a crowd favorite, In-N-Out Burger.

After medals were handed to the winners, party-goers danced their way to the official after-party sponsored by Addison Ice House, and enjoyed the signature Cocktail for a Cure, where proceeds benefitted Leukemia Texas.

Plans are already underway for 2016 with sponsorship and race registration soon available online. For all 2015 details, head over to www.ThePartyRun.com or follow on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

About Leukemia Texas
Founded in 1970, Leukemia Texas is an independent, tax-exempt, 501c3 nonprofit corporation dedicated to fighting the life-threatening blood cancer of leukemia through the funding of leukemia research and patient aid in Texas. Leukemia Texas is not affiliated with any other leukemia or nonprofit organization and does not receive any government funding. Leukemia Texas is the only leukemia organization of its kind where funds raised in Texas, stay inTexas!

About CH Robinson
Founded in 1905, C.H. Robinson is a global provider of multimodal logistics services, fresh produce sourcing, and information services to 46,000 customers through a network of more than 280 offices and over 12,000 employees around the world. The company works with 66,000 transportation providers worldwide. C.H. Robinson is a Fortune 500 company with annual revenues of $13.5 billion in 2014. For more information about C.H. Robinson, visit http://www.chrobinson.com.