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Tunnel Of Hope
Times Union Record - July 2002
Times Union Record - October 2001
Times Union Record - June 2005
Times Union Record - August 2005

Tunnel Of Hope
Tunnel Of Hope Added To Fourth Annual Warrior Walk Benefiting The Let Hope Live!
Andrew Christian Bryce Foundation Troy, NY – A Tunnel Of Hope is the latest addition to the Fourth Annual Warrior Walk scheduled to take place on
Peebles Island on Saturday, May 27th. The Walk, scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m., benefits the “Let Hope Live!” Andrew Christian Bryce Foundation (a 501c3 non-profit organization). Founded by Andrew’s mother, Kyle Bryce, the foundation supports programs that focus on bringing hope to children facing cancer and other life threatening illnesses. The Tunnel Of Hope was conceived by and a gift from Lori
Borden, Zachary Chirico a 2006 Warrior Walk medal recipient’s mother.

A portable arc garage she and her husband have transformed into a brilliant rainbow. White clouds have been cut out and painted on stakes with quotes from this year’s warriors and future warrior families communicate the essence of their thoughts. Bryce had asked each family to come up with a quote to incorporate in this year’s campaign to celebrate what warriors they are. Zachary’s quote, “There is a light at
the end of the tunnel.” A perfect way to keep hope alive in all the warriors lives. The clouds will be an essential aspect of all future walks and Let Hope Live Warrior events

The 3K Walk will take attendees on a beautiful tour of Peebles Island’s nature trails. Famous cartoon characters, Spiderman, Dora and Pooh will be on hand, attendees can
participate in a Life Appreciation Scavenger Hunt seeking themes of hope. In addition to the Tunnel of Hope, a Bouncy Bounce, climbing wall and music by Carmine Dio can be enjoyed by all as well.

A commemorative limited edition tee-shirt will also be available for purchase for $12-$15, featuring teddy bears that were submitted by local children in support of the children who are ill. Included on the shirt as well will be finalist Carlos Grillo’s drawing, which was chosen to be made into twelve limited edition teddy bears. Carlos is a student at Knickerbocker school in Troy, NY.

The Andrew Christian Bryce Foundation aka Andrew’s Warriors bestows medals on “Warriors,” or children battling major illness or injury. Seven “Warriors” age 18 months to sixteen years will be recognized with the Warrior Medallions
at the event. Previous year warriors will be commended onward with special medallions as well. The foundation established in 1999 now touches the lives of over 1200 children annually and has risen over 128,000 for pediatric cancer research.