The American Cancer Society has kicked off Daffodil Days, its annual nationwide fundraising campaign. As one of the first flowers to emerge in spring, daffodils symbolize hope and new beginnings; the ACS uses the sale of the flowers to further its hope of a world free of cancer.
From now through the first week of March, ACS volunteers are taking orders for freshly cut daffodil bouquets--with or without vases--as well as larger spring arrangements and corporate arrangements.
Daffodil Days T-shirts, sweatshirts, mugs, note cards and mousepads are also available. "Gifts of Hope" are another option: Donors purchase vased bouquets that are given anonymously to cancer patients. Out of every dollar raised, 74 cents goes directly to ACS cancer research, education and patient services. Among the ACS's programs are youth and adult cancer support groups, transportation to and from cancer treatments and medical equipment loans for home use.
Flowers will be available for delivery the week of March 24. Orders totaling more than $50 will be delivered free to one address. Smaller orders may be picked up at various locations in the county. For prices and more information, call the local Daffodil Days hotline at 287-5973 ext. 150 or 1-800-909-DAFF.
This article appeared in the Los Gatos Weekly-Times, February 19, 1997.
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