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January 11, 2010

Last year we lost my brother Frankie to Cancer. He was only 44 years old. Losing him deeply affected our entire family. When we looked around, we saw many other families going through the same tragedy and decided to do something about it. We are entering the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life.

Using Frankie's 'handle' - Moxie Man, and his passion for acting, and his military background, we've designed a Geocoin that will be used to raise funds for The American Cancer Society. The coin will be trackable at geocaching.com.

THE MONEY WE RAISE will help ensure that the American Cancer Society continues to meet the growing demand for its services - free rides to and from cancer treatments, temporary lodging near treatment centers, help finding clinical trials and affordable insurance, summer camps for children and teens with cancer, and so much more.

I'm planning to have the coins available by spring 2010. The coins will go for $10 each. We will also have some limited edition coins that will be auctioned off.

I'd like to get an idea of how much interest folks have in purchasing the coin. Please chime in with your thoughts!

Thank You!

Barbara

Edited January 12, 2010 by doverider

January 11, 2010

Superb idea and a lovely coin. I lost my sister to cancer in 2006 - she was 39. Anything which raises money to support patients and their families during very dark days get's the thumbs-up from me!

I would certainly be interested.

Sarah x

1.9k · January 11, 2010

I like your coin alot.

I would be interested in buying one or more after you have had them in hand.

Not interested in a pre-sale.

January 11, 2010

I like your coin alot.

I would be interested in buying one or more after you have had them in hand.

Not interested in a pre-sale.

I'm so glad you like it! Just to clarify,I'm not 'pre selling' the coins, rather I'm just trying to get a feeling for the response before I mint it.

1.2k · January 11, 2010

This is awesome - count me in for a couple. Also EM me your addy and I will send you one of my fund raising PTs from last year.

9.8k · January 11, 2010

A worthy cause. My step dad has inoperable cancer. I'd purchase 2-3.

1.3k · January 11, 2010

I'll probably buy some.

I can't see the photo though, I don't know if it's just b/c my job has blocked where the image is hosted or if there is a problem with the link..it just says "IPB Image"

2.7k · January 11, 2010

I am sorry for your loss, having lost a good friend and golfing buddy at much to young of an age I knoe first hand the sorrow that is felt.

I think it's a great cause and a wonderful coin, I will be buying a few, one is a must release in memory of my friend

Thanks

Ted

3.3k · January 11, 2010

I think this is a great coin, and I'll be interested!

January 11, 2010

count me in for a couple. great idea.

1.1k · January 12, 2010

I would also be interested. My sister is a 12 year survivor.

January 12, 2010

Like the coin. I would be interested.

4k · January 12, 2010

my father also died with cancer...count me in!

ILYK

January 12, 2010

Nice coin. Just thought I'd point out a little typo before you make it. The word "remember" is missing an "m" on your coin. Other than that, it looks good.

January 12, 2010

I'll probably buy some.

I can't see the photo though, I don't know if it's just b/c my job has blocked where the image is hosted or if there is a problem with the link..it just says "IPB Image"

Hi There!

It must be a firewall thing. No one else seems to have that problem. I'll happily send you a pic if you want. I'll EM you my regular email. Just drop me a line and I'll send you the jpeg.

Smiles

Barbara

Edited January 12, 2010 by doverider

January 12, 2010

Nice coin. Just thought I'd point out a little typo before you make it. The word "remember" is missing an "m" on your coin. Other than that, it looks good.

Wow! How did I miss That!! Thanks for the info. I'll get it corrected right away!

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January 12, 2010

I'm a cancer survivor and for the past five years I have been the chair of the Relay For Life in Ellsworth, Maine. By all means, please put me down for two of these coins and let me know how I can purchase them. And thanks to Hollora for bringing these to my attention......

January 12, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. I, too, have lost a close friend to cancer. He was only 49.

Raising money for the American Cancer Society is a wonderful cause, of course, but I am also excited about buying some and releasing them to travel and spread awareness.

January 12, 2010

Sorry for your loss.

Having lost a couple of friends to cancer and with my half sister being a survivor I would be interested in a couple of them myself.

I really like the idea of using some of the money from the coins' sales to help the ACS, and the coin is a great design.

Not trying to be disrespectful or anything as I understand where your idea came from, but what if you were to remove your brothers name and dates from the coin and left it as a blank engravable area so that people who purchase this coin could have them custom engraved with a friend or loved ones name and dates?

Either way, you can count on me for at least 2 or 3 of these coins...

January 12, 2010

Hi!

Thanks for you interest! That engraving idea is wonderful! I really like it and may use it in the future. For this year, our first, we decided to do this in honor of my Brother. He loved to travel so we're sending his spirit round the world with a coin.

Sorry for your loss.

Having lost a couple of friends to cancer and with my half sister being a survivor I would be interested in a couple of them myself.

I really like the idea of using some of the money from the coins' sales to help the ACS, and the coin is a great design.

Not trying to be disrespectful or anything as I understand where your idea came from, but what if you were to remove your brothers name and dates from the coin and left it as a blank engravable area so that people who purchase this coin could have them custom engraved with a friend or loved ones name and dates?

Either way, you can count on me for at least 2 or 3 of these coins...

January 13, 2010

This is one I'd probably buy.

January 13, 2010

I'm really touched by the responses I've gotten so far!

As an update, I've sent the finaly design to Direct Mint. So it's in process. I'll post pictures of the samples/ proofs when they are minted. I should all the minted coins within a month or so!

Warmly,

Barbara

January 13, 2010

Someone made a keen observation on my original post. To clear up any confusion:

My Brother's handle was 'Moxie Man'. Our family is entering the Relay for Life as a team called 'The Moxie Men'.

Thanks Dave!

January 14, 2010

First and foremost, we are very sorry for your loss. I lost my father in June to colon cancer and my wife lost her mother July '08 to liver cancer. I also like the engraving option! We would probably purchase 3-4 of these.

February 2, 2010

Thanks so much for all the input everyone. I now at least know the status of the coins made. Now just have to think about if I'd like to try to make one, so that a new one could come out...

February 12, 2010

I was just talking to a friend about making some relay coins! I've been involved with the relay for life for years, and would totally purchase a few - please let me know when you're taking orders!

4k · February 12, 2010

My father died with cance 6 years ago...this is a coin I would be pleased to own, and release in my father's memory.

ILYK

February 12, 2010

Just as a matter of protection, did you happen to get the ACS onboard with this coin... wouldn't want to see you get sued for using their name on the coin.

~J

3.3k · February 12, 2010

Just as a matter of protection, did you happen to get the ACS onboard with this coin... wouldn't want to see you get sued for using their name on the coin.

~J

She did. And we put the wording on the coin exactly as the ACS requested.

TMA

3.3k · February 12, 2010

And since the thread is back at the top, we received the photo array of the samples last night. And the diework is great. Now to get the coins in hand next week, and choose production enamels/platings. Woot!

March 17, 2010

New Cancer Geocoin!!

I'm so sorry to hear about your diagnosis! I know how hard this can be. But there is Hope!!

Last June we lost my brother, Frankie, to cancer. My family decided to fight back.

We have entered the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life as the Moxie Men. In honor of my brother, who was an avid actor, our theme is "All the World's a Stage".

To raise funds we have minted these Geocoins. 150 Antique Bronze (RE), 50 Satin Silver (LE), and 25 Satin Gold (XLE). They are going for $10, $15, and $20 respectively. We're also offering the set for $40.

They will be available in about 2 weeks directly from me or at http://www.geocoinstore.com/

Please let me know if you are interested and Spread the Word!!

Thanks,

Barbara

Edited March 17, 2010 by doverider

March 17, 2010

New Cancer Geocoin!!

Last June we lost my brother, Frankie, to cancer. My family decided to fight back.

We have entered the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life as the Moxie Men. In honor of my brother, who was an avid actor, our theme is "All the World's a Stage".

To raise funds we have minted these Geocoins.

150 Antique Bronze (RE), 50 Satin Silver (LE), and 25 Satin Gold (XLE). They are going for $10, $15, and $20 respectively. We're also offering the set for $40.

They will be available in about 2 weeks directly from me or at http://www.geocoinstore.com/

Please let me know if you are interested and Spread the Word!!

Thanks,

Barbara

1.2k · March 17, 2010

very very VERYYYYYYYYYYY interested........

i`m sorry for your lost but i will spread the word with ya.....

March 17, 2010

Sorry to hear of your loss.

Very nice coins.

Thanks for the heads up.

March 17, 2010

New Cancer Geocoin!!

I'm so sorry to hear about your diagnosis! I know how hard this can be. But there is Hope!!

Last June we lost my brother, Frankie, to cancer. My family decided to fight back.

We have entered the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life as the Moxie Men. In honor of my brother, who was an avid actor, our theme is "All the World's a Stage".

To raise funds we have minted these Geocoins. 150 Antique Bronze (RE), 50 Satin Silver (LE), and 25 Satin Gold (XLE). They are going for $10, $15, and $20 respectively. We're also offering the set for $40.

They will be available in about 2 weeks directly from me or at http://www.geocoinstore.com/

Please let me know if you are interested and Spread the Word!!

Thanks,

Barbara

Are these trackable? Thanks for the info!

3.6k · March 17, 2010

I'm glad the ant. bronze is your RE as it's my favourite. Lost my mother and both of her parents to cancer so I feel your loss. I hope you'll let us know when they are available.

March 17, 2010

Great coins. Mrs. 2Jeeps2Jacks has small cell lung cancer, so we will be very interested in these. Please let us know when they are available.

9.8k · March 17, 2010

My step father currently has inoperaple/terminal cancer. I'm interested. Is it better to purchase direct from you or the store - as in which way do you get more money or doesn't it matter?

1.3k · March 17, 2010

So sorry for your loss.

We would like a complete set. How would you like to be paid?

Email sent.

4k · March 17, 2010

father died with cancer 6 years ago next month...I would be proud to purchase these coins...let me know when

ILYK

3.4k · March 17, 2010

I lost quite a few family and friends to cancer. Looking forward to buying some.

March 17, 2010

this is a very touching tribute. please keep us posted on the availability of the geocoin fund raiser. i would like to help your awareness efforts. kudos!

2.7k · March 17, 2010

We will support you all the way for this cause, thanks for taking up the fight.

3.3k · March 17, 2010

My step father currently has inoperaple/terminal cancer. I'm interested. Is it better to purchase direct from you or the store - as in which way do you get more money or doesn't it matter?

It doesn't matter. Since it's a charity, I would waive our normal resale fee and give her 100% of the retail cost of the item via check.

TMA

2.7k · March 17, 2010

My step father currently has inoperaple/terminal cancer. I'm interested. Is it better to purchase direct from you or the store - as in which way do you get more money or doesn't it matter?

It doesn't matter. Since it's a charity, I would waive our normal resale fee and give her 100% of the retail cost of the item via check.

TMA

Glad to hear that, thanks

And you can put me down for a set :anibad:

March 18, 2010

I just wanted to update this prior post... just so everyone knows!

New Cancer Geocoin!!

Last June we lost my brother, Frankie, to cancer. My family decided to fight back.

We have entered the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life as the Moxie Men. In honor of my brother, who was an avid actor, our theme is "All the World's a Stage".

To raise funds we have minted these Geocoins.

150 Antique Bronze (RE), 50 Satin Silver (LE), and 25 Satin Gold (XLE). They are going for $10, $15, and $20 respectively. We're also offering the set for $40.

They will be available in about 2 weeks directly from me or at http://www.geocoinstore.com/

Please let me know if you are interested and Spread the Word!!

Thanks,

Barbara

March 18, 2010

Yes, they will be TRACKABLE and have a unique ICON!

New Cancer Geocoin!!

I'm so sorry to hear about your diagnosis! I know how hard this can be. But there is Hope!!

Last June we lost my brother, Frankie, to cancer. My family decided to fight back.

We have entered the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life as the Moxie Men. In honor of my brother, who was an avid actor, our theme is "All the World's a Stage".

To raise funds we have minted these Geocoins. 150 Antique Bronze (RE), 50 Satin Silver (LE), and 25 Satin Gold (XLE). They are going for $10, $15, and $20 respectively. We're also offering the set for $40.

They will be available in about 2 weeks directly from me or at http://www.geocoinstore.com/

Please let me know if you are interested and Spread the Word!!

Thanks,

Barbara

Are these trackable? Thanks for the info!

March 18, 2010

Hi There!

thanks for the interest in the coin! We really appreciate your support!!

The coins will be completely trackable and will have their own unique icon.

I should be getting the coins in about 2-4 weeks.

If you are interested just let me know how many and what kind. I'll reserve them for you.

Once they're in I'll send you info for Paypal payment and exchange contact/mailing info.

Thanks again!!!

Happy Caching!

Barbara

very very VERYYYYYYYYYYY interested........

i`m sorry for your lost but i will spread the word with ya.....

March 18, 2010

Hi There!

thanks for the interest in the coin! We really appreciate your support!!

The coins will be completely trackable and will have their own unique icon.

I should be getting the coins in about 2-4 weeks.

If you are interested just let me know how many and what kind. I'll reserve them for you.

Once they're in I'll send you info for Paypal payment and exchange contact/mailing info.

Thanks again!!!

Happy Caching!

Barbara

PM sent ... hope there is a set left to reserve.

2.2k · March 19, 2010

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