Shred Out Cancer

Tax Exempt Status granted !!!

joe — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:19:55 +0000

Today is a day to celebrate !!! It’s official; Shred Out Cancer is now tax exempt, 501 (c)(3) !!!!!!!!

It is perfect timing as tax season rolls around.

Here is information for all those wonderful people looking to extend their giving, and write-off those tax dollars.

Public Charity Status: 170 (b)(1)(A)(Vi)

Employer Identification Number: 27-0162786

Shred Out Cancer

100 Barnegat Blvd S

Barnegat, NJ 08005

Holly’s farewell

joe — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:36:55 +0000

I regret to inform everyone that Holly has passed away. She, I and our entire family would like to thank everyone for their love and support. We will still have the event for her on November 14th in her honor. Remaining proceeds from the event will go to other families in the Shred Out Cancer “funding families” program, as she wished. Please pray for her……Love ya sis!

Holly Burke (Ditzel), 19

Always loving, always laughing, always smiling; she enjoyed life and the love and friendship from friends and family. A Prom Queen, a philanthropist, a sister, and friend to many, Holly furthers her kindness through leadership with her request to continue Shred Out Cancer, the non-profit organization established in her name and for her cause. Much maturer than her age, Holly’s dedication leaves an opportunity for those affected with cancer and their families to live life and fight to end Clear Cell Sarcoma, and cancer overall. She proudly leaves behind a courageous mom, Carol, a great athlete and loving brother, Scott, her loving father, Mike Burke, her fiance, Kyle, Joe and Chris Kostecki (her brothers and creators of Shred Out Cancer), Grandfather Herb Ditzel, and many family and friends who proudly revel in her courage and dedication. Holly, we wish you well, and know that you will look over us and await us in a better place.

He is Watching Over Us

joe — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 03:52:07 +0000

‘HE IS WATCHING OVER US’: Family puts faith in community and God as Destin teen fights rare form of cancer (PHOTOS)

Tosha Sketo, Florida Freedom Newspapers

While most of the 2009 graduates from Fort Walton Beach High School have been moving into dorm rooms and deciding on a major, Holly Burke has been fighting for her life.

The Log first spoke to the Destin resident in June when she graduated against great odds and was voted prom queen by her classmates. About six months earlier, she had been diagnosed with clear cell sarcoma, an aggressive form of cancer, which typically strikes younger people through tumors in the soft connective tissues.

After getting the diagnosis, the Burke family moved into Target House in Memphis so that Holly could receive treatments at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital five days a week.

“It’s kinda like a job,” Holly said.

As often happens when a loved one is sick, life has completely changed for the Burke family. Carol, Holly’s mom, had to quit her job managing a condo cleaning service to be with Holly in Memphis. With no income coming in and bills piling up, Carol has been engaged in her own financial struggle.

“One day I realized, oh my gosh, I’m going to lose my home,” Carol said.

Thankfully, Carols fears were put to rest by Rick Scali, owner of Easy Street Pet Friendly Vacation Rentals. When Scali first heard about Holly’s illness, he called Carol and asked how he could help. He started out small.

“When I offered to help, the first thing she asked me to do was fix their porch swing because she said Holly loves to sit out there,” Scali said. “After that, the more I thought about Holly and the circumstances, I was hooked.”

Scali offered to take on management of the Burke home, renting it to vacationers to bring in some income for Carol. His first order of business was to make the home ready for renters and give it some curb appeal. Scali has done repair work, brought in extra TVs, built a gazebo and put a white picket fence around the side yard to make the place pet friendly, absorbing all the labor costs himself.

In addition, Scali said he has made it a priority to find renters for the cute, cottage-style home in the Crystal Beach area, sending mass e-mails to everyone who has ever rented from him. The final touch was giving the home a name.

Soon, a sign on the fence will read Holly by the Sea.

“It makes me feel really good that he is watching over us,” Carol said. “He’s been very protective.”

“Carol’s got more than enough on her mind, this is the least I can do,” Scali said.

Holly by the Sea has already had several renters, but is now vacant again and ready for someone to move in. Scali said he will continue to do all he can to market the home, approaching Snowbirds as they flock to the Emerald Coast.

With a financial crisis averted, the Burkes can focus on what’s important, saving Holly’s life. They need to focus on that fight now more than ever, as doctors just told Holly she might only have another four to six months left.

“Even though I’ve kinda had a rough time recently with the diagnosis, I try and not let it get me down,” Holly said. “The doctors don’t really know.”

Holly hasn’t given up hope, but she has started to think about doing the things she has always wanted to do.

“She says she’s not ready to go,” Carol said. “She wants to tell people about God, and she wants to get married.”
And that dream is about to come true.

On Nov. 7, Holly will marry her boyfriend of two years in a ceremony on a plantation in Greenville, S.C.

“We’ve been talking about it for awhile now, and we just decided to go for it,” Holly said. “It’s been kinda a roller coaster ride from there.”

Everything from the dresses to the food is being planned and taken care of for Holly, but she said she still gets to pick out what she likes. When the Log spoke to her last week, she was gearing up for a limo ride to look at wedding dresses.

Regardless of what doctors say, Holly can’t know what will happen in four to six months. But she can count on walking down the aisle with the man she loves in November.

For now, that is enough certainty for her.

“The diagnosis has just opened my eyes a little more to make sure that I do live everyday to the fullest and make sure I do the things I want to do,” Holly said. “I just put my faith in God, and that’s how I get through”

Belmar Pro photos

joe — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:09:31 +0000

Check out the facebook page as well

Belmar Pro schedule

joe — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 02:56:05 +0000

We suggest you block out the entire upcoming weekend. However, those that can’t may find the schedule below helpful. We look forward to seeing you all there!

Friday - September 11

8am Round of 64 Mens
10:45 Round of 48 Mens
1:45 Round of 32 Mens 1st 4 Heats
3pm Longboard Qtrs

Saturday

8am Round of 64 Jr’s
10:45 Round of 48 Jr’s
1:45 Rounfd of 32 1st 4 Heats Jr’s
3pm Round of 32 Mens Last 4 Heats

Sunday

8am Round of 32 Jr’s last 4 Heats
9:20 Men 1/4’s
10:40 Jr 1/4’s
Noon Women Semi’s
12:40 Longboard Semi’s
1:20 Men’s Semi’s
2pm Jr Semi’s
2:40 Women Final
3:05 Longboard Final
3:30 Jr Final
3:55 Men Final

you can also text belmarpro to 51684 to receive updates

New Guys & Girls Apparel !!!!

joe — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 14:25:40 +0000

Let us know what you think !!! These will be available at the Belmar Pro surfing competition on Setember 12th. They will be available to order soon !!

Island Surf Shop This Thursday!!!

chris — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:48:13 +0000

This Thursday Shred Out Cancer will be joining many other friends at Island Surf Shop down in Long Beach Island for a night of fun. It starts @ 7:30 pm. Come say hi to us and other local friends and businesses…..and help raise money!!!

YOLO Board Seaside Celebration and Paddleboard Race

joe — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 04:06:54 +0000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

YOLO Board Seaside Celebration and Paddleboard Race to Benefit Locals Holly Burke and Jason Thompson Scheduled for September 19th
Event will include paddleboard races, a YOLO Yak giveaway, silent auction and music from HERITAGE, proceeds to aid Burke and Thompson in their fights against cancer

Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. (August 6, 2009) – YOLO Board LLC announces details of the YOLO Board Seaside Celebration on Saturday, September 19th in Seaside, FL. The celebration planned includes a fun-filled day on the water with morning paddleboard races, stand-up paddling demos, YOLO Yak fishing guide demos, silent auction, a YOLO Yak giveaway, and a concert from the popular Gulf coast group HERITAGE. Proceeds from the events will benefit both Holly Burke, an 18-year-old Destin resident suffering from clear cell sarcoma, a rare aggressive melanoma, and 28-year-old South Walton resident Jason Thompson, who is fighting a rare form of leukemia. YOLO Board and Seaside are encouraging everyone to come out and ‘stand up’ in support of Holly and Jason. The family-friendly event is free and open to the public.

“The idea for the YOLO Board Seaside Celebration came about from the community searching for avenues to support these two young people, and our wish is to bring everyone together in honor of their courageous fights against their disease,” explained Adam Shiland, Event Producer for Seaside. “We feel that the YOLO lifestyle and mantra of ‘You Only Live Once’ captures the spirit of all things Seaside, and hope that everyone will come out for an enjoyable day on the water followed by what is sure to be a fantastic concert from HERITAGE.”

The event kicks off with a series of paddleboard races in the Gulf of Mexico from 8:00am-1:00pm. The featured race of the event is the adult’s 3-mile race, which grants the 1st place winners of the men’s and women’s division a brand new 12’ Original YOLO board valued at $1,495.00. Additional races include an adult time trial course and two children’s time trial courses (divisions include ages 8-12 and ages 12-16). Time trial courses will be set according to water conditions. Adult race entry fees are $35 per person and the children’s entry fee is $20 per person. Rental boards will be available for participants who don’t own a board. Trophies and prizes will be awarded to finalists in all divisions.

Tickets for the YOLO Yak Giveaway will be $5 per ticket (or $20 for 5 tickets) and are currently available for purchase by visiting select participating Seaside merchants or the YOLO Board retail warehouse location at 820 Hwy 393 N in Santa Rosa Beach. 100% of proceeds from the Yak Giveaway go directly to the charities for Holly and Jason. Additional information regarding Holly and Jason can be found at their respective websites www.shredoutcancer.com and www.kickingitforjason.com. There is no limit to how many tickets can be purchased per person and the winner does not have to be present at the drawing on September 19th. Launched earlier this year, the YOLO Yak retails for $995.00 and is the industry’s first ever hybrid stand-up paddleboard/kayak.

HERITAGE will perform a concert from 4:00pm to 6:00pm in the Seaside Amphitheatre as part of the YOLO Board Seaside Celebration. Formed in 2007 in Okaloosa County, HERITAGE is comprised of seven members of varying ethnic backgrounds and influences creating a dynamic musical genre. Typically categorized as a pop/reggae band, their influences span anywhere from Bob Marley to 311 to Ben Harper to the Cure. HERITAGE has been performing all over the Gulf Coast to great reception and provides a laid back vibe the whole family can enjoy.

“This event supports a cause close to my heart as Holly is a neighbor of mine and we’ve had the pleasure of watching her grow up into a lovely young woman. Jason has contributed to our community in so many ways—particularly as a volunteer children’s soccer coach for the area league,” added Jeff Archer, co-founder of YOLO Board LLC. “We are excited to be able to organize an event in their honor, and hope that everyone will come out to celebrate with us on this special day in Seaside.”

Sponsors are still needed for the YOLO Board Seaside Celebration in order to ensure a successful event, including donated items for the silent auction. Current sponsors include YOLO Board LLC, The Merchants of Seaside, Kialoa, Copy Systems, Modus Photography, I Will Design For Food and M Public Relations. For more information regarding sponsorship opportunities or to donate an item for the silent auction, please contact YOLO Board 850.622.5760 or visit www.yoloboard.com.

About SEASIDE
The Town of Seaside is a gulf front community located on Scenic Highway 30A between Destin and Panama City Beach, Florida. Founded in 1981, this renowned New Urbanist town is the flagship cultural center of The Beaches of South Walton. Seaside has over 400 homes and cottage rentals, and more than 50 specialty retail shops and restaurants. Seaside’s thriving town center includes civic, cultural and educational institutions; a public charter school, an inter-faith chapel, a repertory theater and The Seaside Institute. Parks, a swim and tennis club, and an amphitheatre provide year-round recreation and entertainment. The Seaside Amphitheater provides a wonderful venue for recreation and hosts numerous events throughout the calendar year.

About YOLO Board
Founded by business partners Tom Losee and Jeff Archer in 2006, YOLO Board LLC is a locally owned hybrid-style stand-up paddle board (SUP) company based in Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. Aptly named for the mantra, “You Only Live Once,” the company has quickly gained the reputation along the Emerald Coast and beyond as the custom paddleboard of choice garnering widespread attention from the media including: Garden & Gun, Standup surf & sail Journal, Florida Travel + Life, Memphis Magazine, Thicket Magazine, Palm Beach Illustrated, and MotorBoating Magazine, to name few. The company manufactures four types of boards: the “Original YOLO,” “YOLO Express,” “YOLO Explorer” and the recently debuted “YOLO Yak,” as seen on The Weather Channel. Rentals, lessons, corporate and team building packages and a complete array of YOLO accessories are available. For more information, visit www.yoloboard.com or call 850.622.5760.
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Contact:
Madra Medina McDonald
M Public Relations
850.376.7386
madra@M-PublicRelations.com

Holly Bracelets at Dewey Destin Seafood !

joe — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 02:49:38 +0000

Dewey Destin’s restaurant has Holly Bracelets!

They will sell them to patrons upon their request!

There is only 2 things you need to know

Enjoy a great meal with friends and family
REQUEST A HOLLY BRACELET

Check out the Belmar Pro!

chris — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:15:03 +0000

As mentioned last week, Shred Out Cancer has the great opportunity to be a part of The Belmar Pro surf competition. Make sure you check out the site…cause it’s official with our logo on the main page!! See you all there September 11-13 in Belmar, NJ!!! http://belmarpro.com/