Welcome To My Fundraising Page.

I need your help! Unfortunately I have recently been diagnosed with an aggressive form of chronic lymphocytic leukemia and undergoing treatment. I have discovered that there are many unanswered questions and needs in the treatment of blood cancer. As I have continued to ride my bike, run and swim for my physical and mental health, I have decided start a fundraising effort for blood cancer as part of a cycling event In South Carolina. Please join me in supporting Blood Cancer United, formerly The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, by making a donation to my fundraising campaign and allow me to ride in Velo Palmetto in honor of patents, survivors, medical providers and reseacrhers in blood cancer. Thanks to your support, our efforts will help fund the therapies and treatments that help save lives.

Blood Cancer United is responsible for many of the advancements that have contributed to increased blood cancer survival rates over the years.  In addition, many Blood Cancer United supported therapies not only help blood cancer patients but are now used to treat patients with other forms of cancers as well.  

All donations are greatly appreciated and are tax deductible. Beyond research, your donation also supports critical patient services, advocacy, public and professional education, and community services.

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On behalf of blood cancer patients everywhere including myself, I thank you for your support!

Louis Almekinders

For more information about Blood Cancer United, please visit bloodcancerunited.org