City of Columbia Helping to Stop Diabetes – Gettin' Cocky Football Benefit
August 21, 2012
COLUMBIA, SC – August 21, 2012 – The City of Columbia Police Department is asking the community to be part of the Stop Diabetes® movement by taking part in the Gettin’ Cocky for Diabetes Football Benefit event happening on August 30, 2012 at 701 Whaley St. in Columbia to help raise funds to change the future of diabetes and help stop this devastating disease.
This event takes place during the opening game of the South Carolina Gamecock’s football season, South Carolina vs. Vanderbilt. Attendees to this event will be able to cheer on the Gamecocks on several large screen TV’s along with great food & beverages provided by Pawley’s Front Porch & Doc’s BBQ. There will also be a silent & live auction as well as Corn Hole competitions against City of Columbia Police Chief Randy Scott.
The City of Columbia Police department is dedicated to supporting local charities and we are excited about raising funds for the American Diabetes Association through this event, said Chief Randy Scott, City of Columbia Police Department. With diabetes growing at near-epidemic proportions, the need for funds has never been so great. He added. All funds raised through this event will go to the 2013 City of Columbia Police Departments Tour de Cure team. This event will be held on May 4th in Little Mountain, SC.
The Gettin’ Cocky for Diabetes benefit event raises funds through ticket sales for the event as well as the silent auction. Tickets can be purchased at www.diabetes.org/gettincocky
Sponsored by Pawley’s Front Porch, Doc’s BBQ, Pepsi, Budweiser of Columbia, Pitt Stop Convenience Stores, and Voter Heads.
About The American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight to Stop Diabetes and its deadly consequences and fighting for those affected by diabetes. The Association funds research to prevent, cure and manage diabetes; delivers services to hundreds of communities; provides objective and credible information; and gives voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes. Founded in 1940, our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. For more information please call the American Diabetes Association at 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383) or visit www.diabetes.org. Information from both these sources is available in English and Spanish.
