Ben's father, Ray Richardson, passed away May 13, 2008, after a courageous seven month battle with an invasive sinus cancer. He was 58 years old. In the wake of the trauma caused by the loss of his father, Ben has chosen to heal himself and help support other families touched by cancer. He will hike the Appalachian Trail to raise funds for the American Cancer Society’s Patient Assistance Program. Cancer treatment is inherently difficult for everybody involved, but it can be more difficult for those without insurance and/or limited financial means. With your support, we can support others – one penny at a time. • Cancer treatments can easily cost $300,000 per year • Millions of families go through expensive treatments without any insurance to supplement fees • ACS Patient Assistance Program links patients with groups that supplement these payments