September 1, 2010

Dear World of Water Volunteers and Supporters;
I wanted to take some time to pass along to each and everyone of you our appreciation. The support of World of Water is hugely important to us as it forms an integral part of the team that makes the Manitoba Marathon work. The success, enjoyed by the Manitoba Marathon, has only been possible because of the support we receive from companies like yours - companies committed to a healthy lifestyle for all, including people living with an intellectual disability. Manitoba Marathon has grown to nearly 14,000 participants and over 2000 volunteers plus thousands of spectators - that would not have happened had we not enjoyed the support from your volunteer team and your stores. Through your support we provide clean, safe water to our participants and to our volunteers. That support is immense and is very much appreciated.
Volunteers are the backbone of the Manitoba Marathon. Without them, we simply could not exist. The volunteers at mile 22 are key to the success of each and every participant in the half, full and relay marathon. These participants are, in some cases, struggling to finish meeting their personal goal to finish their distance. Volunteers in the back end of the course are the lift that is needed for these participants to continue on. Thank you so much.
It is our pleasure to work with World of Water and all those associated with the company. We have become the third largest event of our kind in Canada - no small feat - because of you. We have raised nearly $5million to open homes and avenues to projects that support people living with an intellectual disability, proving to them that they are welcome in our community - because of you. For a person who has lived their life in an institution with nothing to call their own, your support translates into a life they can live in their own home surrounded by their own possessions. Thank you.
There really are not enough words to adequately express our appreciation for all your support - all we can say is - thank you so much. We look forward to the future and your continued fantastic support.
Sincerely,

Shirley Lumb
Executive Director