Dear Kana Family Members,

Previous Year Team Photos

You and your family are invited to participate in Kana’s 9th annual participation in the Donate
Life Run/Walk event. This family-friendly health festival benefits the Donate Life California
Organ and Tissue Donor Registry. We are coming together to raise awareness about organ
and tissue donation and the relevance of this life-saving opportunity for those who are in
desperate need of organ and tissue transplants. This is the largest event of its kind, with more
than 10,000 people estimated to gather in support of this cause.
When: Saturday, April 28, 2018 …… Rain or Shine!
7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Intramural Field at California State University, Fullerton (CSUF)
800 State College Blvd., Fullerton, CA
Why: To give HOPE to over 120,000 individuals who are on the transplant waiting list,
HONOR those who have donated and CELEBRATE with all who have received
a second chance at life!

Event & Main Stage Schedule:

7:00 a.m. - Registration
8:15 a.m. - Opening Ceremony
9:00 a.m – 5K Run / 1KWalk
10:00 a.m. – Family-Friendly Festival

Join Us: Become part of “Team Kana” in this Run/Walk family-friendly event and RSVP
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to Eleni by Friday, April 13 with your family names that will walk/run with us & your tee-
shirt sizes! This is Free to you and your immediate family! Kana will donate on your behalf
to participate! Call or text to (714) 920-0975 /
echristianson@kanapipeline.com. Questions welcome! Se Habla
Español.

We hope to see you there!

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 Fast facts about organ donation…
1. When you are admitted to the hospital the number one priority is to save your life. Two doctors not
involved in organ and tissue donation must declare you brain dead before organ and tissue donation can
be considered.
2. Organs are allocated according to medical need, blood and tissue type, height and weight. Celebrity
status and wealth are not considered.
3. One person can save eight lives and enhance 50 others through organ, eye and tissue donation.
4. It is against federal law to sell organs and tissues.
5. Anyone, regardless of age or medical history, can sign up on the Donate Life California Registry at the
DMV (must be at least 13 years of age to sign up online.) Families of registered donors under the age of
18 must still consent to donation before it can be carried out.
6. You can sign up by checking “YES!” at the DMV when applying for or renewing your driver license or ID.
7. Anyone can become a potential organ donor regardless of age, ethnicity or medical history.
8. All major religions support or permit organ, eye and tissue donation.
9. An open casket funeral is possible for organ, eye and tissue donors. The body is treated with dignity,
care and respect throughout the entire donation process.
10. There is no cost to the donor or their family.
11. More than 120,000 Americans are currently waiting for an organ transplant, nearly 22,000 live in
California. An organ transplant is their only remaining medical option.
12. On average, 150 people are added to the nation’s organ transplant waiting list each day—one every 10
minutes.
13. Sadly, an average of 22 patients die every day while waiting, simply because the organ they needed was
not donated in time.
14. Approximately 81 organ transplants take place every day in the United States, that’s more than 29,000
people who begin new lives a year!
15. A living donor can provide a kidney or a portion of their liver, lung, pancreas or intestine to someone in
need.
16. More than one-third of all deceased donors are age 50 or older, and nearly 10% are age 65 or older.
17. More than 1 million tissue transplants are performed each year and the surgical need for tissue has
been steadily rising. Corneal transplants, meanwhile, restore sight to 50,000 people each year. –

Reference: http://donatelifecalifornia.org/education/faqs/fast-facts-about-organ-donation/
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SIGNING UP TO BECOME A DONOR IS SIMPLE AND TAKES JUST A FEW

MINUTES ONLINE !
To sign up to be an organ and/or tissue donor, scan this code, or go to
http://donatelifecalifornia.org/kanapipeline/ to sign up to be an organ and/or
tissue donor!

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 Frequently Asked Questions 2018

Q: What is new for this year's event?

A: Each participant will receive a wristband to wear to identify that you have registered to participate. Please
help us and wear this wristband. Thank you for your cooperation!
Q: Are strollers, wheelchairs, bikes and rollerblades allowed?
A: Yes.
Q: Can I run with a running stroller?
A: Yes
Q: Can we bring our dog?
A: No, the campus does not allow dogs and we must be respect the campus and all of the event
participants.
Q: What else goes on at the Run/Walk?
A: There is a kids area with face painting, games, and a rock climbing wall; we have over 70 exhibitors, a
raffle drawing, a Donate Life Run/Walk store, and live musical entertainment.
Q: How much does it cost?
A: Kana will be donating funds on behalf of employees and their immediate families to participate in this
family-friendly event; There is a size limit so please RSVP with Eleni no later than by Friday 4/13/18!
Q: What if I haven't already registered?
A: Registration opens at 7:00am and you will go to Walk Up Registration. Registration fee increases to $40
for all registration types.
Q: Where do I meet my team?
A: At the Intramural Field at Cal State Fullerton at Ted’s Team Village and look for, “Team Kana” exclusive
meeting area. The link to the general campus map on the website here: At http://donatelifeoc.org/map.php.
Q: Do I need to pay for my children?
A: Children 10 and under are free of charge and will not get a t-shirt; A T-Shirt will cost $25.00.
Q: Can I pick up my t-shirts ahead of time?
A: No, t-shirts must be picked up the morning of the event at the check in area.
Q: Will there be food?
A: The Vons Breakfast Court will have free food beginning at 7am. Starting at 9:30am, Food Truck Alley will
feature a variety of food options for purchase. Cash, credit and debit cards will be accepted. You are
welcome to bring your own food and drinks. Alcohol is not allowed on campus.
Q: Can I bring my own lawn chairs and canopy?
A: Yes, you are welcome to bring these items and set up on the grass inside of the Donor Family Village. If
you bring a canopy, you must stake down the corners for safety purposes.
Q: If I am walking, do I have to do the 1K?
A: Everyone can choose whether they'd like to walk, run, roll, or skip the 1K or the 5K.
Q: What if I want to run and be timed for the 5K?
A: We are charged for each person who is timed. Anyone who wants to be timed must come to the “Bibs”
tent in the Donor Family Village to have a bib completed.
Q: What if I want a bib to keep as a souvenir?
A: Come to the “Bibs” tent and you will be given a souvenir bib. Having a bib on your shirt is NOT required
and is not needed for you to participate.
See more at: http://donatelifeoc.org/faq.php

Since 1984 • WATER • FIRE LINE • SEWER • STORM DRAIN

12620 Magnolia Ave., Riverside, CA 92503 • P (714) 986-1400 • F (714) 986-1416 • www.kanapipeline.com • LIC 461487 A