2010 Live With Passion a Success!

We have started hearing back from the different Live With Passion sites, and from all reports a wonderful time was had by all.  We'll post pictures and reports from the different sites, so keep checking back!  Here are a few of the group shots...

Cincinnati, OH

Seattle, WA

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Washington, DC

Gainesville, FL

Reading, PA

Bronx Zoo, NY

2010 Live With Passion only 5 Days Away!

The 2010 Live With Passion is just 5 days away!  Please check the updated site listing for more information about a site near you.  We now have 16 events taking place throughout the country.  If there is one near you, please consider participating.  If you can't physically be there, please consider supporting one of the events by using the "Donate Now" button the the blog and on our website.

Live With Passion Site Information

The following is a list of Live With Passion events taking place throughout the country.  Please consider taking part in one of the events or supporting an event.  You can use the "donate now" button and specify which event you would like to support.  Please keep everyone participating in your thoughts and prayers as the day draws closer.

Washington DC - For the third year in a row, a courageous and dedicated group, will bike and run the 125 miles along the C&O Canal in 24 hours.  The day will end with a picnic, prepared by wonderful supporters, to celebrate the days accomplishments.  Contact John at jjdean@bfsfcu.org or Theresa at tjsmith611@yahoo.com

Denver, CO - Folks will gather in Denver to walk around Sloan's Lake in support of the PVs.  Contact John, jawiley1118@aol.com, for more information.

Cincinnati, OH - For the third year in a row, folks in Cincinnati will gather together to support the PVs.  The group will be walking at Winton Woods.  All are welcome to join in!  Contact Jenny for more information. jennywiley18@hotmail.com

Seattle, WA - Also for the third year, people will be gathering at Green Lake in Seattle for a walk around the lake, in support of the PVs.  Contact Michele for more information.  johnandmichelefreitas@yahoo.com

Westfield, NJ - A first time event in Westfield, NJ will gather PVs and friends of PV's for a 4 mile walk in support of the PVs.  For more information contact Mary Eileen at mareteach@comcast.net

Tiverton, RI - A Paddling with Passion event will take place in Rhode Island, as a small group will paddle their canoe down the Sakonnet River in support of the PVs.  For more information contact Elisabeth at elisabethallen@yahoo.com

DeKalk, IL - A Bake with Passion event will take place in DeKalk in support of the PV's.  Any donation of baked goods would be appreciated!  Contact Amy for more information, oodeaa@gmail.com

Reading, PA - For the third year, a group of PVs and their friends and families will gather to walk in support of the PV Program.  For more information please contact Patty at patatk@hgaparish.com

Brooklyn, NY - The event, in one of our service sites, is planned to walk across the Williamsburg Bridge to Manhattan.  For more information please contact Tricia, tricia.pakonis@gmail.com

Atchison, KS - The Schletzbaum family will lead a walk around their farm in support of the PV's.  Please contact Dan and Lucy at danandlucyfarm@hotmail.com

Gainesville, FL - The Gainesville PV's will be hosting a potluck dinner in support of the PV's  Please contact Alicia at dcnurse2@yahoo.com for more information.

Wyoming County, WV - Another event in one of our service areas, a group of PVs and supporters will hike in the mountains.  The group will be joined by the Vint family and will visit the grave of their father/husband, Kenny.  You can contact Bruce at bachmeb@hotmail.com for more information.

Bronx, NY - This event will be a combo pancake breakfast and book sale at the Corner Scone.  For more information or if you are interested or would like more information, please contact Joanne at haggis2@optonline.net

East Brunswick, NJ - This event in support of the PVs will walk with Passion in the neighborhood of the former headquarters of the PVs.  Please contact Katie for more information, john.katie@comcast.net

West Chester, PA - If you are in the West Chester area, from now until the end of May, you can receive a haircut/dye/style and support the PVs at the same time.  Please contact Eileen for more information and to set an appointment. ET651141@wcupa.edu

Jamaica, West Indies - PV and PVI alum, Bruce, is down visiting folks in Jamaica and will be walking in solidarity with the other Live With Passion events.  It is a wonderful way to bring together the Passionist Volunteers International and the PVs!   Contact Bruce for more info, bachmeb@hotmail.com

13 Sites and Counting...

It is not too late to add your site to the list.  Remember, it doesn't have to be a large event.  It can just be your family taking a walk in your neighborhood.  Part of the Live With Passion is about being in community with each other, knowing that your fellow PVs are doing something on the same day.  Connecting us all, no matter where we live!

Donations for LWP

Just a reminder that people wanting to sponsor someone for the Live With Passion can use our "Donate Now" button on the blog.  The donations are made via Pay Pal and are tax deductible.  Please put "Live With Passion" in the comment line, as well as which event, if applicable.

Thanks!

The basic info on the Live with Passion

What is the Live With Passion? – The Live With Passion is our largest fundraising effort of the year.  It is a worldwide day of activities to support the work of the PV Volunteers.  For the first two years this event was called “Run With Passion”, but when we realized most events did not include running, we wanted to be inclusive of all the activities.  100% of the money raised goes directly to the  PV Volunteers and its programs.

When is the 2010 Live With Passion? – April 24, 2010

Where is the 2010 Live With Passion? – Anywhere there is a person willing and interested in organizing an event!  During the first two years of the event, we have had activities in over 25 locations in the US, as well as events in Honduras, England and Australia.

How can I organize an event? – It’s easy!  Pick an activity you would like to participate in and then gather friends, family, co-workers and/or your community at large to take part.  Encourage participants to get their friends and family to support their efforts, in turn supporting the PVs.  Each participant gets a free t-shirt!
What kinds of activities can I do? – It is wide open and we encourage you to think creatively!  In past years  we have had the more traditional events:  hikes, runs, walks, bike rides, canoe trips and swimming events.  We have also had some really creative ideas like farmers “planting with passion”, people “eating with passion” at a local restaurant with proceeds going to the PVs and “voices with passion” which was a local talent showcase.  You know your community, so we encourage you to think creatively what would work.

How do I start the process of organizing and event? – Let us know about your event and location, pvprogram@gmail.com.  Each year we put together a comprehensive list of all the different activities going on through out the world.  This year we will post that on our blog and post updates and specifics so people can join you if they are in your area.  We will also provide you with a general brochure explaining who the PVs are and what kind of work we can do with the monies collected during the Live With Passion.  We will also provide you with blank sponsor sheets to collect monies, as well as give you links to a site where you can create your own sponsor page online.  It may sound like a lot of work, but don’t worry, we will walk with you through the process.

What if I can’t organize an event, but would still like to sponsor someone?  This is wonderful too!  Just contact us pvprogram@gmail.com and we will connect you with a specific event if you would like or you can just make a general donation in sport of the day.

How is the Live With Passion funded? -  Since the events are organized on the ground by PV’s, the overhead cost is very small, basically the cost of printing the t-shirts and mailing them.  To cover these cost we are seeking business and group sponsors to put on the back of the t-shirts.  Please see the Business/Sponsor form for more information.

Live with Passion is Just Around the Corner!

In the next couple of days I will be uploading information about the different 2010 Live With Passion sites. This will be the place to get all the latest up to date information, pictures, etc.  Please visit frequently!