2019-04-03 Karen Johnston PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
RESOLUTION HONORING KAREN JOHNSTON
#2019-04-03
WHEREAS,Karen Johnston has always been a strong supporter of charities that help those afflicted with
various diseases and disorders; and
WHEREAS,after losing multiple friends and even loved ones to cancer,Karen Johnston decided to make
contributions to various cancer research groups and charities, and even grew her hair longer in order to donate an
eleven(11)-inch ponytail to the Locks of Love Organization in 2009; and
WHEREAS, despite her efforts to take care of herself and stay healthy, in 2008, Karen was diagnosed
with cancer. Throughout her battle, she was inspired by the kindness of those who took excellent care of her.
Due to this, she felt led to step up and do something to help those going through the same battle, but who may be
less fortunate; and
WHEREAS, Karen became a member of the Danville-Pittsylvania Cancer Board in January 2010; and
WHEREAS, ten (10) years ago Karen followed her dream of organizing a healthy and fun event called
Bridge 2 Bridge to raise funds for Danville-Pittsylvania Cancer; and
WHEREAS, since its inception, her efforts have raised over $400,000 for Danville-Pittsylvania Cancer
Association; and
WHEREAS, since over 1.7 million new cancer cases will be diagnosed in the United States this year,
increased access to quality cancer care,screening,and prevention—especially among minorities and the medically
underserved—must be a top priority in our community; and
WHEREAS, Karen is a cancer survivor and has shown extreme perseverance through her battle and
continues to pursue her desire to help other cancer survivors; then
BE IT RESOLVED,that the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors expresses its sincere admiration
and appreciation to Karen Johnston for her outstanding efforts in the Danville-Pittsylvania County area.
Given under my hand this 16th day of April, 2019.
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_ Pittsylvania CountyBoard of Supervisors
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