Relay for Life of McLean County 2023

Posted on June 21, 2023

We are a proud supporter of the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of McLean County coming to Bloomington-Normal this Summer!

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a movement, a community of like-minded survivors, caregivers, volunteers, and participants who believe that together, we can end cancer as we know it – and own the power to make that change.

Relay for Life of McLean County
Saturday, July 22nd at 5pm
Heartland Community College

Funds raised through Relay For Life directly support breakthrough research, free 24/7 support for cancer patients, access to lifesaving screenings, and much more.

To register your own team or as an individual visit relayforlife.org/mcleanil

Let the American Cancer Society know you’re attending Relay for Life on their Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/758128042338163

You can also find information on the McLean County Survivor Dinner here: https://www.facebook.com/events/6148248025270090

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