DOING THE RIGHT THING

The latest in our series on Roots people helping others

This week, Nikki Kime, Senior Technician from the Women’s Wear Department, traveled south to Philadelphia to participate in the 2006 Livestrong Challenge, a fundraising event by the US-based Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF). As part of the initiative this weekend, walkers, runners, cyclists and volunteers raise funds for the LAF’s mission to support people affected by cancer.

In May this year, Nikki’s brother, Charlie Kime, was diagnosed with testicular cancer, the most common solid tumor type of cancer afflicting men between the ages of 15 and 35 years. Fortunately, Charlie’s cancer was detected early and he had an excellent prognosis. Though he had a good fight ahead of him, he successfully finished his treatment in July and is currently working in New York as an equities analyst.

In an effort to support and inspire cancer survivors, Charlie will also be participating in a 10K bike, walk and run as part of the Livestrong Challenge. This annual event takes place in cities across the US, enabling anyone to support the LAF’s mission to inspire and empower cancer survivors.

Nikki, who is a part of his team of six runners, has helped him raise funds for LAF. Together the team has raised some $42,000 in donations, which will go to the Lance Armstrong Foundation. The funds will be used for cancer research and to provide practical information and tools for people living with cancer.

• Those wishing to make a donation to Nikki’s efforts should go to her personal fundraising page at: