SAVE THE DATE

August 10, 2010 is when the 2nd Annual Drew Clark Memorial Golf Tournament will happen. Please save the date and join us again to celebrate Drew and raise awareness for mitochondrial disease research.

More details will begin to occupy this blog early in the new year, so stay tuned.

A Great Success!

As you may have seen already on the Clark's blog, but just in case you haven't, the total funds raised, including the match from the CN Miracle Match Program, for A Day for Drew 2009 was.......$26,000!!!!!

Thanks again to everyone who was a part of the day and it's success.

A Day for Drew 2009

For the story about A Day for Drew 2009, please go to the Clark Family's Blog HERE.

Pictures are coming in from those who had cameras on the day, so this blog will be updated as the pictures are received until they're all added. We want everyone to see through these pictures what a great day was had by all who participated and what you can look forward to on August 10, 2010. (*If you have pictures from the tournament/luncheon, we would love to post them here. Please email them to Aisling @ agamble@ucalgary.ca*)

A DAY FOR DREW - August 11, 2009
Drew was smiling down on everyone on 'A Day for Drew'
Kari and the beautiful morning beginning
Registration (Nicola), Golf Packages (Steve) and Raffle Tickets (Aisling)

The Charity Raffle Ticket Sales Table

Thank you from the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation

Doug Nielsen, Steve Gamble & Curtis Hobbs - they've purchased their golf packages (mulligan's, 50/50 tix, putting ticket, etc.) and they're ready to playCloudy but still beautiful
Golfers in action

Nicola shows us how to use the prize putter - Anyone who got their ball in the hole at the putting green had their name in a draw to win this putterThe Charity Raffle Items

Erin & Carrie greet people for the luncheon and do sales of raffle tickets and 50/50 tickets

Attendees gather for the luncheon
James, aka Uncle Mooney, was the emcee for the afternoon

Grandma Marnie was pretty happy about winning a prize (Nike Bag/Shirt) for her excellent golfing

The amazing team of doctors and nurses from the Alberta Children's Hospital who were there for Drew, Jordan, Kari & Peyton. An emotional moment - the applause for them went on for quite a while.
Kari & Jordan express their appreciation and thanks for all the support they have received

Keep your eye on this space. We will be updating with pictures from the tournament and the number of dollars raised for A Day for Drew shortly.

Thank you all once again for your amazing support of A Day for Drew. Planning for 2010 will be underway soon, so Save the Date: August 10th, 2010.

THANK YOU!

The 1st Annual Drew Clark Memorial Golf Tournament was a great success and we would like to thank everyone who played a part in that success.

Whether you were a sponsor, donated prizes, golfed in the tournament, came only for the lunch or participated in the charity raffle from a distance; however you supported A Day for Drew, we express our sincere thanks for the amazing support for Jordan, Kari, Peyton & Drew and your help in raising funds to continue research & increase awareness about mitochondrial disease.

Please watch this space for information and updates as we begin the journey to the next year's tournament. We look forward to your continued support.

A few key things to remember

1. Register to golf/attend the luncheon by August 4th.

2. You can also provide monetary donations without attending the tournament/lunch. Make your cheques out to 'Drew Clark Charity Golf Tournament' and send them to Nicola Mooney's attention.

3. If you are unable to attend, you can still participate in the raffle without attending the tournament/lunch. Contact Nicola Mooney (nmooney@telus.net/403-286-0926) or Aisling Gamble (agamble@ucalgary.ca/403-455-9381). *Reminder: ALL proceeds raised through the charity raffle will be matched by the CN Miracle Match Program*

Additional Information on the Charity Raffle:

Charity Raffle Information:
Ticket Price: 1 - $5.00, 3 - $10.00, 10 - $20.00, 40 - $40.00
Purchase by: August 7, 2009.
Draw date: August 11, 2009.

Frequently Asked Questions:
• Do I need to be present to win?
No.

• What items are available for raffle?
A current list is available below on this site

• Who do I purchase tickets from?
You can purchase them from Nicola Mooney (contact info: nmooney@telus.net, or (403) 286-0926, 6024 Bowwater Cres NW, Calgary, AB T3B 2E6)

• If I want to pay by cheque, whom do I make it out to?
Drew Clark Charity Tournament, attn. Nicola Mooney

• If I have questions whom can I call?
Nicola Mooney at (403) 286-0926, nmooney@telus.net or Aisling Gamble at (403) 455-9381, agamble@ucalgary.ca.

• How will you know which items I want to put my tickets toward: Please indicate how many tickets should go toward which items to Nicola Mooney, and the charity team will ensure your tickets will be entered in the raffle for those items.

• When will I know if I won?
The team will contact any winners within one week of the tournament. Please be sure to provide your contact information when you purchase tickets so we can contact you.

REMINDER

August 4th is the deadline to register for the golf tournament. Fill out the 'Tournament Registration Form' and send your form and your $$ to Nicola Mooney as soon as you can. If you are interested in sponsoring a hole, go to 'Tournament Sponsorship Levels' for all the details.

You don't want to miss out on a great day of golf at the Links @ Glen Eagles and the steak lunch being provided afterwards. If you wish to attend the lunch only ($40), please indicate that on the registration form.

Great prizes to be won as well (see the list HERE), so don't delay.

Are you feelin' lucky...? (updated Aug. 8, 2009)

We are happy to list the prizes that will be available for you to win at the golf tournament on August 11th. Please note this list does not include prizes for the golf tournament itself. This list is for the charity raffle, which will happen during the banquet lunch.

All money raised through the raffle will be donated, and will be matched by the CN Miracle Match Program. Your help and support through this raffle means so much to the Clark family, and can make a difference for others like Drew. Thank you so much for participating!

Ticket Prices:
1 for $5
3 for $10
10 for $20
40 for $40 (Your BEST deal!)

The more you buy, the better your chances and the more you help our cause. Remember ALL raffle funds raised will be matched.

Prizes to be won include:

Sylvan Learning Centre (Airdrie)
Sylvan Sports & Enrolment Package (Worth approx. $1000)

C E Franklin Ltd.
SkyCaddie SG 2.5 (http://www.skygolf.com/Products/Devices/SG25.aspx) (Worth $350 )

Kevin Clark
REMAX Balloon Rides (2) (Worth $300 total)

Svetlana Gurevich - Photographer
Family Photo Session (Worth $275)

Erika B Photography
Gift Certificate (Worth $250)

Patricia & Seamus O'Hagan
Artistry Skin Care Basket (Worth $250)

Delta Lodge Kananaskis
Bed & Breakfast Giveaway (Worth $230)

Marcy Nielsen
Arbonne Detox Spa Basket (Worth $200)

Angles Hair Salon (Westbrook Mall)
Hair Products Basket (Worth $160)

Kati Murphy - Artist
Portraiture (Worth $160)

Anonymous
Wilson Staff Df6 7 Fairway Wood 22 degrees(Recovery Wood) (Worth $150)

Marnie Staples
Keepsake Quilt, Queen-Size (Worth $150) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/Aisling73/Quilt4.jpg)

Gerry Bridges
Calgary Flames Tiffany Lamp with Calgary Flames basket (Worth $150)

Anonymous
Paula Creamer Sundog Sunglasses (Ladies) (Worth $100)

Anonymous
Callaway Golf Watch (Men's) (Worth $100 )

Belgo Restaurant
Belgo Basket of Goodies (Worth $100)

The Bear's Den Restaurant
Gift Card (Worth $100)

Chicago Chophouse Restaurant
Chicago Chophouse Basket of Goodies (Worth $100)

Norm Selman
Handcrafted oak magazine rack (Worth $100)

Phoebe Keeran - Artist
Graphite Drawing (Worth $100)

Ronni Pakosz
Epicure Basket (Worth $100)

Buffy Bo Peep
Original BPP Diaper Bag (Worth $100)

Gil & Julie Ludwig
2 nights at Radium Resort, accommodation in a 2 bedroom Villa

Bill Lam (Redline Drafting)
Odyssey Putter

Tammy Dallyn
Massage Theraphy Gift Certificates

Marnie Staples
Baby Girl's Keepsake Quilt - Size 35'x42'
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/Aisling73/BabyQuilt.jpg)

Calgary Flames
Flames Ladies hoodie, autographed hat by Olli Jokinen and autographed 8x10's of Dion Phaneuf and Robyn Regehr

Calgary Hitmen
Hockey stick signed by Paul Postma (Atlanta); TJ Galiardi (Avs); and Ian Schultz (St Louis).

Calgary Roughnecks
2 tickets - 2010 Season Opener

Calgary Vipers
4 Pk of Tickets

Calgary Vipers
4 Pk of Tickets

Royal Tyrell Museum
Family Day Pass

Glenbow Museum
Family Annual Pass

Canadian Rockies Hot Springs
4 General Admission Passes for one of Banff/Radium/Miette

CTV Calgary
'BELIEVE' Hockey Jersey (2010 Winter Olympics merchandise)

Marie Cole
Hand-Sewn 'Raggy' Baby Quilt

Bud Ashby
Golf Bag

Energy 101.5 FM
DVD Pack (Slumdog Millionaire, Twilight, The Dark Knight, HSM3)

Shauna Duncan
Heartland Gift Basket

Canadian Idol CD Pack
(Porter, Avila, Melo, Tams) Autographed CD's

Paul Brandt
Autographed CD and 8x10 Photo


*This list will be updated as more prizes are added*

Classic Country Community Round-Up

Classic Country 1060 AM in Calgary is running a promo spot on their Community Round Up to let their listeners know about the golf tournament. The promo will run for one week starting Saturday, July 18th, 2009.

Take a listen...Classic Country Community Round Up
*Note: it's just a quick download - won't take up much space*

Are you registered to play yet?

Promo to air July 9th through July 15th on CTV's IN TOUCH

From the CTV Calgary website:

CTV Calgary
Drew Clark Memorial Golf Tournament
Updated: Thu Jul. 09 2009 14:05:20

The first annual Drew Clark Memorial Golf Tournament will be an event to remember. Tee up August 11th at the Links at Glen Eagles and support mitochondrial disease research and awareness, done through the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation. For more information and to register, call (403) 286-0926. Drew Clark was diagnosed with mitochondrial disease when he was just 10 months old, and passed away just four months later. This tournament is hosted by his family in his memory and to raise much-needed funds to find a cure. To learn more, check out the Clark's blog at http://www.adayfordrew.com/

JOIN US - August 11th, 2009

Please join us at The Links at Glen Eagles for the The First Annual Drew Clark Memorial Golf Tournament & Charity Auction to benefit Mitochondrial Disease Research & Awareness through the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation on August 11, 2009.

If you would like to know the background behind the golf tournament, please check out Jordan & Kari Clark's blog and Drew's Story at http://jkpdclark.blogspot.com (also linked in 'Important Links' in the sidebar)

To golf in the tournament, please fill out the REGISTRATION FORM

To be one of our tournament sponsors, please fill out the SPONSORSHIP FORM

The forms, upon completion can be emailed to Nicola Mooney at nmooney@telus.net or sent to her at the address provided on the form.

If you would like to donate items for the charity auction, please contact Aisling Gamble at agamble@ucalgary.ca or 403-455-9381

We look forward to seeing you there for a great day of golf, to remember Drew and to raise funds for mitochondrial disease research.

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009
The Links of Glen Eagles, Cochrane, AB
Shot Gun Start at 8:00 AM

$150/person
Includes 18 holes championship golf, power cart,
warm-up driving range, and banquet lunch
(Banquet Attendance Only -> $40)

Drew

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