Thursday, April 30, 2009

UPDATE ON THE DIABETES BENEFIT CONCERT JUNE 20, 2009









JADEN IS BACK IN VANDERBILT FOR ANOTHER ROUND OF CHEMO, PLEASE PRAY FOR HIM! I WILL BE SURE TO KEEP YOU UPDATED ON JADEN.

WE WERE BLESSED TO HAVE BILL LOFFER, AND KIM MILLER IN FOR A VISIT. THEY ARE FROM THE GRAND AERIE OF THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES. WE ARE VERY EXCITED TO REPORT THAT THINGS ARE MOVING ALONG WONDERFULLY!!

THERE WILL BE A PRESS CONFERENCE ON MAY 11, 2009 ABOUT THE DIABETES BENEFIT CONCERT. THIS WILL BE LOCATED AT THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES 3423, LOCATED ON FORT CAMPBELL BLVD IN HOPKINSVILLE, KY. THE PRESS CONFERENCE IS TO TAKE PLACE AT 7PM.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT ME: 270-874-7040

TICKETS FOR THE CONCERT WILL BE:
$20 PER ADULT
$10 PER CHILD 12 & UNDER

WE PLAN TO HAVE LIVE MUSIC, FOOD, DRINK, DIABETIC SCREENING, RAFFLES, INFORMATION ON THE FUTURE DIABETES RESEARCH CENTER, AND MORE.

GOD BLESS!
HEATHER



1ST FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLE’S
AERIE AND AUXILIARY 3423 – JADEN WILLHITE
DIABETES RESEARCH CENTER BENEFIT CONCERT
JUNE 20, 2009
Located at the viceroy THEATER in Oak grove, KY
(Exit 86)

www.foe.com
There are an estimated 23.6 million children and adults in the United States; or 7.8% of the population, who have diabetes. Diabetes is the fifth deadliest disease in the United States.
Diabetes can lead to severe illness and death:

- Heart Disease and stroke account for 65% of deaths in people with diabetes.
- 73% of adults with diabetes have high blood pressure.
- Between 12,000 and 24,000 new cases of blindness are caused by diabetes each year.
- Diabetes is a leading cause of Kidney failure.
- In 2005, more than 46,000 people with diabetes began treatment for the end stages of renal disease.
- $116 billion in medical cost was spent on diabetes in 2007


The Fraternal Order of Eagles is known throughout the United States and Canada by their motto of “People Helping People.” Their commitment to the human race has brought them notice from The University of Iowa. The University of Iowa and the Eagle’s have a vision that will make a significant difference in the lives of millions of people who are impacted by diabetes.

This year the Eagle’s began a The Campaign for The Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center at The University of Iowa. Several of the University’s clinical departments are listed among the top 10 nationwide, and The University of Iowa’s Children’s Hospital was recently ranked #20 in the country by CHILD magazine. This is the perfect place for a new leading diabetes Research Center.

Jaden Willhite is an 11-year-old autistic leukemia patient, who is also a diabetic. It is his wish to “help other diabetics get cured.” When Jaden asked if anyone could help him raise money to help this cause, the Fraternal Order of Eagles put a plan in motion. Together, we hope to fulfill our shared vision of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center.

The Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center Benefit Concert can change the lives of millions of people… look forward to a brighter future for diabetics around the world. Please join us in our quest to make a difference.

FOE Chairman: Glenn Groebli
Co-Chairperson: Heather Willhite

Sunday, April 26, 2009

GRANDPA TEACHING THE KIDS GUITAR







WE HAD A GREAT VISIT WITH GRANDPA THIS PAST WEEK, AND HE SPENT SOME TIME ON THE GUITAR WITH THE KIDS. ALSO, DAD AND GREG GOT IN A GOOD GAME OF GOLF. :)
GOD BLESS!
HEATH
PS: PLEASE PRAY FOR THE DIABETES BENEFIT CONCERT (JUNE 20, 2009), AND CHECK OUT THE NEW POST BELOW!

JADEN'S & EAGLES BENEFIT CONCERT JUNE 20TH, 2009





1ST ANNUAL
FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLE’S ARIE AND AUXILIARY3423 – JADEN WILLHITE
DIABETES RESEARCH CENTER BENEFIT CONCERT
JUNE 20, 2009
Located at the viceroy THEATER in Oak grove, KY
Exit 86
www.foe.com
www.whatsupwithjaden.blogspot.com

There are an estimated 23.6 million children and adults in the United States; or 7.8% of the population, who have diabetes. Diabetes is the fifth deadliest disease in the United States.
Diabetes can lead to severe illness and death:

- Heart Disease and stroke account for 65% of deaths in people with diabetes.
- 73% of adults with diabetes have high blood pressure.
- Between 12,000 and 24,000 new cases of blindness are caused by diabetes each year.
- Diabetes is a leading cause of Kidney failure.
- In 2005, more than 46,000 people with diabetes began treatment for the end stages of renal disease.
- $116 billion in medical cost was spent on diabetes in 2007


The Fraternal Order of Eagles is known throughout the United States and Canada by their motto of “People Helping People.” Their commitment to the human race has brought them notice from The University of Iowa. The University of Iowa and the Eagle’s have a vision that will make a significant difference in the lives of millions of people who are impacted by diabetes.

This year the Eagle’s began a The Campaign for The Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center at The University of Iowa. Several of the University’s clinical departments are listed among the top 10 nationwide, and The University of Iowa’s Children’s Hospital was recently ranked #20 in the country by CHILD magazine. This is the perfect place for a new leading diabetes Research Center, and possibly the largest in the Country.

Jaden Willhite is an 11-year-old autistic leukemia patient, who is also a diabetic. It is his wish to “help other diabetics get cured.” When Jaden asked if anyone could help him raise money to help this cause, the Fraternal Order of Eagles put a plan in motion. Together, we hope to fulfill our shared vision of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center.

The Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center Benefit Concert can change the lives of millions of people… look forward to a brighter future for diabetics around the world. Please join us in our quest to make a difference.

FOE Chairman: Glenn Groebli
Co-Chairperson: Heather Willhite

Monday, April 20, 2009

Visit to University of Iowa - Benefit excitement!



Glenn Groebli (Chairman of the Eagles Diabetes Benefit Concert) visited the University of Iowa this past weekend, while attending the Fraternal Order of Eagles Incoming Regional Presidents Meeting.

Mr. Groebli shared some details of his visit, being very inspirational and touching. He was able to meet with several leading University staff members, and discuss our future Benefit. He was pleased to report that many are excited about our event, and some would like to attend. (Schedule permitting)

We are very gracious to the University of Iowa for their warm and friendly hospitality, and for the outstanding support on the fundraiser. We hope to welcome the President of UI, Sally Mason at our upcoming event. In addition; it would be a great joy to have visitors affiliated with The University of Iowa attend our future Benefit.

For more information on the Fraternal Order of Eagles, please follow the site below.
www.FOE.com

Very respectfully;
Heather Willhite

MONDAY MEETING WITH THE TALENT...






(JUNE 2O,2009 - AT THE VICEROY IN OAK GROVE, KY)

1ST ANNUAL

FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES 3423 - JADEN WILLHITE

DIABETES RESEARCH CENTER BENEFIT CONCERT



We had a wonderful meeting today in Nashville with Tom Roady, Zach Spencer, and Eden's Crash guys Dustin Deyoe & Marcus Dunmire. These guys are wonderful, and what talent!!

My Mom (In above photo with Tom Roady) and I are involved with the concert planning committee. Our Committee Meeting tonight; at the Eagles, was very productive. Hopefully, we may have picked up some extra bands for the benefit. All of this is very exciting, and is coming together wonderfully!!

We are still in need of many donations, and participants for fundraiser. If there is anyone who would like to help with the Diabetes Research Benefit Concert, please Contact me at:
Willhiteh@yahoo.com

Although we have come very far in our current plan for the Benefit Concert, we still have much to do. We need everyone to pull together, and Change lives!!! This is a monumental step towards finding the cure for the epidemic that touches so many lives. We deeply appreciate any help given in order to accomplish our fundraiser.

Here are some of the things we still need:
-Artist to perform (We are short on female singers, or bands.)
-Comedy acts
-Food donations

-Items to raffle (Of musical nature if possible)
-Volunteers to work at the concert

For more information on The Fraternal Order of Eagles 3423 follow this link:
www.FOE.com

Please, pray for our event on June 20th!!!
Thank you and God bless!
Heather

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

THE OFFICIAL TITLE FOR EAGLES DIABETES BENEFIT CONCERT













OFFICIAL TITLE:

(JUNE 2O,2009 - AT THE VICEROY IN OAK GROVE, KY)

1ST ANNUAL

FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES 3423 - JADEN WILLHITE

DIABETES RESEARCH CENTER BENEFIT CONCERT



WHAT A BEAUTIFUL SPRING TO PLAN & PREPARE FOR SUCH A WONDERFUL BENEFIT!! WE ARE ALL SO EXCITED ABOUT OUR MUSICAL TALENT THAT WILL PERFORM AT THE CONCERT. WE ARE IN THE PROCESS OF GETTING THE CONFIRMATION ON MANY LOCAL & KNOWN BANDS, AND WE WILL BE SURE TO UPDATE THE SITE ASAP!

OUR CURRENT CONFIRMED LIVE BANDS:
ZACH SPENCER (REAL NASHVILLE STAR, YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS HIM! "MUSIC ON RADIO")
TREY HENSLEY
(YOUNG TALENT WHO HAS PERFORMED ON THE GRAND OLE OPRY, AND WITH MANY GREAT ARTISTS!!)
EDEN'S CRASH (WONDERFUL LOCAL TALENT! "THEY ROCK")
TOM ROADY (JUST OFF TOUR WITH KENNY CHESNEY, AND HAS PLAYED WITH THE BEST!)
TROY WYKLE (GOOD OLD COUNTRY MUSIC, SMOOTH... JUST THE WAY YA LIKE IT!)

JADEN UNDERSTANDS THE DEMANDS OF DIABETES, AS HE HIMSELF IS A DIABETIC. IT IS HIS WISH FOR OTHER PEOPLE TO BE CURED & FREE OF THIS TERRIBLE DISEASE. PLEASE JOIN US IN THIS FUNDRAISER EVENT, AND HELP CHANGE LIVES!!

OUR MEETING THIS WEEK AT THE EAGLES WENT OFF LIKE A DREAM. WAY TO GO TEAM!!! LOOKS LIKE WE HAVE A GREAT GROUP, AND PLENTY OF DRIVE TO GET THIS BENEFIT ROLLING. PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR GOOD PEOPLE AT THE EAGLES & VOLUNTEER HELP ON THIS CAMPAIGN. WE SURE APPRECIATE ANY PRAYER & HELP WE CAN GET!! :)

WE ARE IN THE PROCESS OF GETTING AN ONLINE DONATION LINK. THIS WILL BE PERFECT FOR ALL WHO WOULD LIKE TO DONATE TO THE BENEFIT FROM OUT OF STATE, OR LOCALLY.

WHAT A BLESSING TO BE A PART OF SUCH A WONDERFUL EVENT!!!

WE ARE PLANING A CONCERT FULL OF FUN AND EXCITEMENT!! BE SURE TO KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR ALL OUR UPDATES, AND EXTRAS ABOUT THE BENEFIT. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT THE 1ST ANNUAL EAGLES DIABETES BENEFIT CONCERT!!

GOD BLESS!
HEATHER & JADEN WILLHITE

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

JUNE 20TH NON-PROFIT FUNDRAISER EVENT








WE ARE SO EXCITED ABOUT OUR FUNDRAISER SET TO TAKE PLACE JUNE 2OTH, 2009. SO FAR WE KNOW FOR SURE THAT "ZACH SPENCER" WILL BE THERE, AND A FEW OTHERS POSSIBLES TOO!! (BOBBIE DEYOE- SUCH TALENT!, BILLY RAY-WOW!, TOM ROADY-PLAYS DRUMS WITH CHESNEY, THE STANDARDS-LOVE THEM!!) WE WILL UPDATE YOU ON EACH CONFIRMATION FOR THE EVENT!

THE FUNDRAISER WILL BE HELD AT THE VICEROY IN OAK GROVE, KY. THIS VENUE WILL HOLD UP TO 5000 PEOPLE... WOW!! PRAY & HOPE THAT WE CAN PACK OUT THE EVENT!! TICKETS WILL BE VERY REASONABLE, AND I WILL GIVE YOU THE EXACT PRICE ASAP!! THERE WILL BE FOOD AND DRINK AVAILABLE AT THE LIVE CONCERT, AND LOTS OF WONDERFUL MUSIC FOR THE EVENING!!

JADEN'S HEART IS SET ON RAISING MONEY TO HELP FIND THE CURE FOR DIABETES. ALL THE PROFITS FOR THE EVENT GO TO "THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES DIABETES RESEARCH CENTER". WHAT A WONDERFUL BLESSING IT WILL BE TO DONATE TO THIS REASEARCH CENTER!!

WE WILL BE SURE TO KEEP YOU UPDATED ON THE EVENT, COST, MUSICAL TALENT WHO WILL PERFORM, AND PROFITS DONATED TO FIND THE CURE!!
GOD BLESS!
GREG, HEATHER, DYLAN, JADEN, AND ALAINA
PHOTO: TRACI CUNNINGHAM, GLENN GROEBLI, DAVID ZICK, JIMMY DOSSETT, COLLEN OCHS, BRANDY BREUCKMAN (FIRST MEETING TO PLAN FUNDRAISER FOR JUNE 20TH DIABETES CENTER)

Saturday, April 4, 2009

Back at Vandy... Month 13










We are back at Vandy again... so far, so good! Jaden's chemo is going well!! Please coninute to pray for him!! WE are on month 13... God willing we will get through this!!
God bless
Heath