Walmart Mom of the Year Award Blog Tour - Part 2

Wow! I can't believe the Walmart Mom of the Year will be chosen soon! 1 of the 8 finalists (just under 17k were nominated....congratulations to everyone nominated!) will be able to donate $100,000 to a charity of there choice! That's crazy!!!! I was reading through the stories of the finalists....these women are absolutely amazing! 

I found myself going back to Katie Schultz's story over and over again..... here's her story (taken right from the website.. I wouldn't be able to do what her husband wrote about her any justice by changing it).

"Katie Schulz is dedicated to making her daughter's life a long and happy one. In 2009 Katie gave birth to Sophia, who was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis (CF). CF is the most common, fatal genetic disease affecting young Canadians. Katie has since dedicated herself to both her daughter’s care and to the fight against CF. Katie provides Sophia with 2 hours of daily chest physiotherapy to clear the thick mucus in her lungs. She teaches Sophia to take over 20 pills a day to digest her food. Katie has become a champion for raising awareness and funds for Cystic Fibrosis Canada and was elected President for the Kitchener-Waterloo chapter. Her tireless efforts have helped to make the Great Strides fundraising walk in KW one of the most successful in Canada. Her team has raised over $95k and was ranked 3rd for most money raised in 2012. Katie has written a children’s book about Sophia and CF, which is now available at libraries across Ontario. Katie is an inspiration and a true role model." (http://www.momoftheyear.ca/mom/?mom_id=16940&ap=1#finalist-info)

Can you believe Katie and her team raised almost $100,000??? Imagine if she wins the Mom of the Year award on top of it??? Wow!!! It is great to see someone who is completely dedicated to a cause that affects them so deeply....and for her to take care of Sophia the way she does....is inspiring.

I know I would do everything I could if M (or baby to be) was ill... not only is Katie doing that....she's trying to help others..... I wish Katie and all the Moms nominated the best of luck. All their stories are amazing... and their charities are deserving! Go and check out all their stories!!!

For more information please visit  www.MomoftheYear.ca

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Disclosure: I’m part of the Walmart program by Mom Central. I received compensation as a thank you for my participation. The opinions on this blog are my own. Mom of the Year Award: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY Internet access and valid email account required. Nominations open May 10, 2012 to July 8, 2012 for legal residents of Canada over the age of majority.  Entrants cannot nominate themselves. One (1) grand prize available to be won consisting of $10,000 cash, a $100,000 donation by Wal-mart Canada Corp. to charity/cause and a trip to Toronto (ARV $22,000). Seven (7) runner-up prizes available to be won consisting of $10,000 cash, a $10,000 donation to charity/cause and a trip to Toronto (ARV $22,000).  Charity/cause subject to verification and final approval by Wal-mart Canada Corp., at its sole discretion. Odds of winning depend on how the judging panel evaluates each entry according to the criteria. For Official Contest Rules and to nominate an entrant, visit [www.momoftheyear.ca].