As we wrap up the charity drive for Jon Wilhite, I wanted to share an email I received a couple days ago from Jon's brother, Michael. To everyone who has participated, and everyone who will, this email was to you:
Thank you so much for what you're doing for my brother, the amount of support, thoughts and prayers from people like you are a big part of his improvement. I have been speaking with Kurt and Renee and they had a lot of great things to say about AN so thanks for your support.
During times like these it's always great to know there's people thinking about Jon and our family and being from a Baseball family it's amazing how big but yet how small and supportive the Baseball world is. Thanks again Nico, from the Wilhite family, we really appreciate it!!!
Michael
I'm going to mail checks on Wednesday, so if you haven't sent one yet but plan to, and you want to be part of the main mailing, send it now and it will still get to me in time! You can donate through PayPal, if you prefer, to baseballgirl's account (baseballgirl1976@hotmail.com). Also please note that we will continue to accept donations anytime, even after the main mailing is done and we have ceased and desisted with our harassment.
Finally, to update our progress as a community at last count we were at 50 total participants (!) and $1,682.00 raised (!) Thank you, AN, for coming through in the clutch.
You are welcome to use this as anything from an open thread to a coaster; see you at 7:00pm for the A's and Padres.
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I was thing about this as I saw Blez's post
about that a-hold Rava. And you know what, this kind of thing is was brings back my hope in humanity.
We frequently hear about the fraternity that comes with being a baseball player (at any level) or on any kind of team for that matter. But this makes it more of a family thing, and I think that’s why I enjoy AN so much. Does that make sense? Hopefully this is what will keep Mr. Whilhite fighting to get back to a normal life, knowing that people he has never met care for him and his family.
Now maybe our siblings could start another winning streak, eh?
mrbendy - June 20, 2009
Man, this thread is lonely.
Pucking Insane - June 20, 2009
I'm in for $20 via PayPal
Amazing that this kid is alive. With Kurt and Renee on his side, he can’t go wrong. What a class act.
Technotofu - June 20, 2009
Awesome, thank you!
Nico - June 20, 2009
I am curious. Are other SB Nation sites doing this as well?
not trying to be self-righteous, just genuinely wondering.
Kallus - June 20, 2009
Not that I know of.
Trying to be self-righteous, just not succeeding.
Nico - June 20, 2009
I was wondering too
Seems like at least Halos Heaven would be doing something? Or maybe they have another project/fundraiser going.
streetfan - June 20, 2009
I'm not sure other sites do fundraisers/community service in any organized manner
That may just be kind of an AN thing.
Nico - June 20, 2009
yet another reason why AN kicks so much ass.
Kallus - June 21, 2009
Wait for me!
So sorry. Been out of the loop. I’ll mail my check first thing Monday.
gawker - June 20, 2009
Awesome! I'll look for an envelope with return address "Gawker"!
Nico - June 20, 2009
Hope it gets to you quickly
I’m local as well.
gawker - June 21, 2009
HI Nico, I'll put a check in the
mail on Monday. YOUshould get it by Tuesday or Wednesday at the latest since I am local.
Jeannifer
Imaseasonticketholder - June 20, 2009
Awesome - thanks!
Nico - June 21, 2009
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