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Monday, September 7, 2009

The True Meaning of Labor Day


TELETHON TIME!!

Despite the effects of an uncertain economy, contributions and pledges to the 44th annual Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon over Labor Day nonetheless totaled $60,481,231 million.

MDA National Chairman and Telethon star Jerry Lewis said he was impressed by the show of support from Telethon viewers even during hard times.

“These are very special people, and their money comes straight from the heart,” Lewis said. “Right now, the only thing I can think of to say, other than thank you, thank you is, ‘love conquers all.’ So many people, everywhere, even with cares of their own, dug deep to show their wonderful compassion for others who need their help.”

The funds will allow the Muscular Dystrophy Association to continue funding worldwide research to find treatments and cures for muscular dystrophy and related diseases.

Contributions also provide assistance with purchase of equipment such as wheelchairs and leg braces; send thousands of children to MDA summer camp; and support more than 200 MDA clinics across the country.

I echo Jerry Lewis. Thank you, thank you; love conquers all! You ARE very special, compassionate people. Thank you for being willing to help families like ours with our muscular dystrophy concerns.

If you missed the telethon, it is not too late to make a difference for "Jerry's Kids" big & small. The online auction part of the MDA telethon continues through September 15. Bid now and get great deals on thousands of items.

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