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Bone Marrow Drive at the Kicks 4 Kids Soccer Tournament!

There will be a bone marrow drive in memory of Michael Barton, the amazing 9 year old boy who lost his fight to leukemia last year. Michael was known throughout the community of Howell for his smiles, positivity and friendliness and his ability to be happy and help others in the darkest moments! He received 2 bone marrow transplants during his lifetime, that extended his time to live. Other people who may not have a match yet deserve a second chance at life, and if a donor is found they can give that to them. The process is very easy, a 5 minute process with swabbing your cheek and filling out a registration form, and if you become a match for someone at some point you will be contacted. It is so simple, yet it can be life-changing and life-saving. You must be 18 or older to register and there will be a table at the Kicks 4 Kids Soccer Tournament in memory of Madison Beggs for a Gift of Life Bone Marrow Drive. See the attached picture for more information! 

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