Linked Article : Livestrong Bracelets

Livestrong bracelets a fundraising item founded by Lance Armstrong Foundation in May 2004 to raise fund for cancer victims.

* Yellow silicone wristband or livestrong bracelets are sold so that the money can be used for cancer research, cancer awareness, and to encourage cancer patients to live their life to the fullest.

* The foundation was able to raise about $25 million by selling these bands.

* Why YELLOW??? Lance Armstrong chose yellow color because it is the color of yellow jersey which is worn by the leader Tour de France.

* This band gained popularity worldwide in the year 2004 when some famous personalities like John Kerry, Katie Couric, Matt Damon and many other personalities wore the band. On seeing this, many other charities started using wristbands to support their cause.

* Inspired by his fight against cancer, Nike joined hands with Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF) to create the Livestrong wristband to raise awareness and support people who are suffering from cancer all over the world.

* The LAF believes that to help overcome the fight against cancer, knowledge is power and attitude is everything.

* MISSION:
If you buy this livestrong wristband you can help people to fight against cancer.

* BEWARE:
o Before buying yellow wristbands see to it from where you are buying it.
o There are many counterfeits that pretend that they are selling authentic Lance Armstrong bracelets.
o A news reporter walked down the shops of New York and found out that there were several shops who were selling remakes of Livestrong bracelets.None of the money made from these rubber bracelets will support cancer research. Make sure that you buy authentic Livestrong wristbands and not fake cancer wristbands.

Silicone wristbands are known by different names

* Awareness bands
* Spirit bracelets
* Cancer bands
* Reminder bands etc.


What's SPECIAL about wearing Livestrong Wristbands?

* Wearing a livestrong wristband makes a powerful statement about the wearer.
* When you wear a live strong wristband you shout to the world-"I care".

This movement came into force when the famous cyclist Lance Armstrong struggled with this disease. Despite facing this problem, Lance Armstrong, with this famous live strong motto, went on to become six-time champion of the Tour de France. This awareness bracelet conveys the message to live a strong life, making every moment count and appreciate the struggles and joys.

If you want to spread the message in a creative way let your son or daughter give out the livestrong wristband to his or her classmates instead of brownies or cupcakes. The livestrong wristband is a great way to spread inspiration and encourage kids.
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