Team Gotta Have Faith

November 30th-Fundraiser at Lillians boutique in Chaska

2011-11-07T18:18:00.000-08:00

Please join us for a "Team Gotta Have Faith" Fundraiser at Lillians boutique in Chaska. Ten percent of the evening's proceeds will benefit the Twin Cities Breast Cancer 3 Day!

Open only four days a month, Lillians makes a reputation for themselves by giving women of all ages the newest trend of a Main Street shopping experience. It is a boutique offering affordable, trendy purses; wallets; sunglasses; and some jewelry.
Joining the party will be Tastefully Simple and various Spa Services. Also come and check out izzie and e designs table which will feature fun, unique belt buckles..designed to complete any outfit. www.izzieandedesigns.com

Wednesday, November 30, 2011 / 5 - 8pm
100 E 2nd St
Chaska, MN 55318-1906
(952) 442-9900
directions
If you cannot join us, but would like to place a Tastefully Simple order, please send an email to Heidi or go to her web page www.tastefullysimple.com/web/hvangen.

Thanks for your support!

Team Gotta Have Faith is Wired!
Facebook - invitations to upcoming events, general team info

Heidi's CaringBridge site - updates on Heidi's medical status

3 Day website - fundraising progress for the team

Golf Outing and Silent Auction

2011-04-14T12:04:00.000-07:00

Please join us for a really great event on June 24, 2011 - Team Gotta Have Faith's "Golf Fore the Cure and Silent Auction" at Creek's Bend Golf Course in New Prague.

This is a great opportunity to help raise some money for a great cause and have a ball doing it (sorry about the pun!!). Golf registrations are due by June 17 - contact Tom Vangen for details: 612-250-4927 or tomvangen@gmail.com.

After the Golf Outing, please join us for a very robust Silent Auction featuring Twins tickets, hotel stays, jewelry, golf packages, theatre tickets, apparel, and more! PLUS a $10 donation buys a ticket for the Big Screen TV drawing!

Thanks for all of your continuing support with Team Gotta Have Faith.

Team Gotta Have Faith is Wired!

Facebook - invitations to upcoming events, general team info

Heidi's CaringBridge site - updates on Heidi's medical status

3 Day website - fundraising progress for the team

SAVE THE DATE!!

2011-01-27T12:58:00.000-08:00

Team Gotta Have Faith's 3rd Annual Golf Outing.

December 1st-Fundraiser at Lillian's in Chaska

2010-10-31T20:08:00.000-07:00

Please join us for a "Team Gotta Have Faith" Fundraiser at Lillians boutique in Chaska. Ten percent of the evening's proceeds will benefit the Twin Cities Breast Cancer 3 Day!

Open only four days a month, Lillians makes a reputation for themselves by giving women of all ages the newest trend of a Main Street shopping experience. It is a boutique offering affordable, trendy purses; wallets; sunglasses; and some jewelry.

Also joining the party will be Tastefully Simple and various Spa Services.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 / 5 - 8pm

100 E 2nd St
Chaska, MN 55318-1906
(952) 442-9900
directions

If you cannot join us, but would like to place a Tastefully Simple order, please send an email to Heidi. Thanks for your support!

Team Gotta Have Faith is Wired!

Facebook - invitations to upcoming events, general team info

Heidi's CaringBridge site - updates on Heidi's medical status

3 Day website - fundraising progress for the team

Cheering Stations-2010

2010-08-09T14:29:00.000-07:00

Here are the cheering stations for this years 3-day walk. If you are in the area stop by and cheer us on!!

Thank you for all of your support!

Public cheering stations are a great way to show your support along the route to encourage walkers and let them know that you are with them every step of the way. Seeing familiar faces cheering them on can provide that extra burst of energy that gets them to take that next step or go the next mile. Create banners, hold up signs, bring some music and make some noise - anything to make them smile, get energized and keep walking.

Friday, August 20

8:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Lake Harriet Band Shell
4135 Lake Harriet Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55409

10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Parade Ice Garden Parking Lot
600 Kenwood Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55403

Saturday, August 21

7:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
Holiday Inn Express
1100 County Road. E
Vadnais Heights, MN 55110

8:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Ramsey County Island Lake Park
3611 North Victoria
Shoreview , MN 55126

10:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
St. Paul Regional Water Services
1900 Rice St.
St. Paul , MN 55113

Sunday, August 22

7:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.
Maplewood Mall-behind Sears
1856 Beam Ave.
St. Paul , MN 55109

8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Northwood Park
2006 1st St. N
St. Paul , MN 55109

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Indian Mounds Park
1113 Mounds Blvd.
St. Paul , MN 55106

On some portions of the route you m

Golf Outing and Silent Auction

2010-04-27T11:37:00.000-07:00

Please join us for a really great event on June 25, 2010 - Team Gotta Have Faith's "Golf Fore the Cure and Silent Auction" at Creek's Bend Golf Course in New Prague.

This is a great opportunity to help raise some money for a great cause and have a ball doing it (sorry about the pun!!). Golf registrations are due by May 15 - contact Tom Vangen for details: 612-250-4927 or tomvangen@gmail.com.

After the Golf Outing, please join us for a very robust Silent Auction featuring Twins tickets, hotel stays, jewelry, golf packages, theatre tickets, apparel, and more! PLUS a $10 donation buys a ticket for the Big Screen TV drawing!

Don't forget to visit us online at: http://www.the3day.org/goto/TeamGottaHaveFaith or on Facebook. Thanks for all of your continuing support with Team Gotta Have Faith.

Write Business Reviews, Donate to Team Gotta Have Faith!

2010-04-25T19:45:00.000-07:00

We're not selling anything, we're not asking for donations and there's no minimum number of reviews required!Insider Pages is a place where people go to read and post reviews of local businesses. The best reviews come from people we trust; friends and family like you!

Since we know that you will provide high quality, trustworthy reviews, Insider Pages is going to pay Team Gotta Have Faith for reviews written. First reviews earn $1.50 and other reviews earn $.50 - seriously - you just write a review for a business and Team Gotta Have Faith earns the money!

It's really, really easy!

Click this link or copy / paste it to a web browser:http://www.insiderpages.com/fundraisers/Susan-G-Komen-3-Day-for-the-Cure-H-Vangen-1005

Click "Join This Fundraiser"

Create an account

After the account is created, just search for businesses you frequent and write a review and earn money for Team Gotta Have Faith!!

When you click the "my fundraiser" link in the upper right-hand corner, you can see how Team Gotta Have Faith is progressing!

This fundraiser has a timeframe: April 11 - May 2 - please start writing reviews today!

Write Business Reviews, Donate to Team Gotta Have Faith!

2010-03-23T08:20:00.000-07:00

We're not selling anything, we're not asking for donations and there's no minimum number of reviews required! Insider Pages is a place where people go to read and post reviews of local businesses. The best reviews come from people we trust; friends and family like you!

Since we know that you will provide high quality, trustworthy reviews, Insider Pages is going to pay Team Gotta Have Faith for reviews written. First reviews earn $1.50 and other reviews earn $.50 - seriously - you just write a review for a business and Team Gotta Have Faith earns the money!

It's really, really easy!

Click this link or copy / paste it to a web browser:
http://www.insiderpages.com/fundraisers/Susan-G-Komen-for-the-Cure-A-Schaefbauer-1004

Click "Join This Fundraiser"

Create an account

After the account is created, just search for businesses you frequent - I just completed a review of our ENT, Doctors and a local restaurant...$7.50 earned for Team Gotta Have Faith!!

When you click the "my fundraiser" link in the upper right-hand corner, you can see how Team Gotta Have Faith is progressing!

This fundraiser has a timeframe: March 22 - April 12 - please start writing reviews today!

Family Bowling Event Postponed to April!!

2010-03-19T11:25:00.000-07:00

Family Bowling Event has been rescheduled to Sunday, April 18; 12:30p - 3:30p

Cedarvale in Eagan
$15 per person / kids under 5 FREE
Bring a silent auction item to donate
50/50 raffle drawings
Pre-registration is required!
View the flyer

Introducing the "Stay Home Instead" buy out option!

Don't have the time to attend this fundraising event?
Just Stay Home and donate the money you would have spent directly to Team Gotta Have Faith
Click here to make a donation

Cici's Pizza: Thursday, April 15; 5p - 8p

1292 Town Centre Drive - Eagan, MN
$4.99 adult buffet includes all you can eat pizza, pasta, salad and dessert
Be sure to put your receipt in the box at the register so we receive "credit" for the sale!
CiCi's donates 15% to Team Gotta Have Faith
View the flyer

March Fundraisers - CiCi's Pizza & Family Bowling Event

2010-03-11T06:15:00.000-08:00

Cici's Pizza: Thursday, March 18; 5p - 8p

1292 Town Centre Drive - Eagan, MN
$4.99 adult buffet includes all you can eat pizza, pasta, salad and dessert
CiCi's donates 15% to Team Gotta Have Faith
View the flyer

Family Bowling Event: Sunday, March 21; 12:30p - 3:30p

Cedarvale in Eagan
$15 per person / kids under 5 FREE
Bring a silent auction item to donate
50/50 raffle drawings
View the flyer

Introducing the "Stay Home Instead" buy out option!

Don't have the time to attend this fundraising event?
Just Stay Home and donate the money you would have spent directly to Team Gotta Have Faith
Click here to make a donation

Casino Bus Fundraiser - March 6

2010-03-04T11:47:00.000-08:00

UPDATE: The West Metro Bus has been Cancelled.

Feb 25: Pizza Fundraiser

2010-02-18T06:48:00.000-08:00

Cici's Pizza: Thursday, February 25; 5p - 8p

1292 Town Centre Drive - Eagan, MN
$4.99 adult buffet includes all you can eat pizza, pasta, salad and dessert
CiCi's donates 15% to Team Gotta Have Faith
View the flyer

SAVE THE DATE: Upcoming Team Gotta Have Faith Fundraisers

2010-02-10T18:51:00.000-08:00

Cici's Pizza: Thursday, February 25; 5p - 8p

1292 Town Centre Drive - Eagan, MN
$4.99 adult buffet includes all you can eat pizza, pasta, salad and dessert
CiCi's donates 15% to Team Gotta Have Faith
View the flyer

Casino Bus Trip: Saturday, March 6; 12p - 6:30p

Treasure Island - Welch, MN
North and West Metro departures
$20 per person includes: $5 in Free Slot Play (will be placed Island Passport Club card), $3 Food coupon, 1 free game of bowling, 1 ticket for drawings on the bus
View the flyer

Family Bowling Event: Sunday, March 21; 12:30p - 3:30p

Cedarvale in Eagan
$15 per person / kids under 5 FREE
Bring a silent auction item to donate
50/50 raffle drawings
View the flyer

Casino Bus Fundraiser - March 6

2010-01-24T11:34:00.000-08:00

Team Gotta Have Faith is hosting a casino bus trip to Treasure Island on Saturday, March 6; click the flyer for details.

Pay $20 Cash
Get $5 in Free Slot Play (will be placed Island Passport Club card )
$3 Food coupon
1 free game of bowling
1 ticket for drawings on the bus

DEPARTURE

North Metro: Coon Rapids 12pm pick up at Summit Oaks Apartments OR 12:15 pick up at Northtown Mall

West Metro: Chanhassen 12pm pick up at the Americian Legion

RETURN

6:30pm Departure from Casino

Registration Due By: February 27, 2010 - seats are limited register today!

December 2, 2009 - Fundraiser at Lillian's in Chaska

2009-11-11T05:54:00.001-08:00

Please join us for a "Team Gotta Have Faith" Fundraiser at Lillians boutique in Chaska. Ten percent of the evening's proceeds will benefit the Twin Cities Breast Cancer 3 Day!

Also joining the party will be Alhu skin treatments and Tastefully Simple. Enjoy free eyebrow waxing and chair massages!

Wednesday, December 2, 2009 / 5 - 8pm

100 E 2nd St
Chaska, MN 55318-1906
(952) 442-9900
directions

If you cannot join us, but would like to place a Tastefully Simple order, please send an email to Heidi. Thanks for your support!

Team Gotta Have Faith is Wired!

Facebook - invitations to upcoming events, general team info

Heidi's CaringBridge site - updates on Heidi's medical status

3 Day website - fundraising progress for the team

Bagging for Boobs this Sunday, Oct. 18!

2009-10-17T07:58:00.001-07:00

Team Gotta Have Faith will be bagging groceries tomorrow, Oct. 18, 2009 at the Cub in Minnetonka. Please stop by and help us with our fundraising efforts! Proceeds will benefit the Twin Cities Breast Cancer 3-day, which will be August 20 - 22, 2010. Here are the "Bagging for Boobs" details:

Cub Foods
4801 Hwy 101
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 938-1404
10a - 6p

Thanks for your support!

Team Gotta Have Faith is Wired!

Facebook - invitations to upcoming events, general team info
Heidi's CaringBridge site - updates on Heidi's medical status
3 Day website - fundraising progress for the team

Send Us Your Names!

2009-08-15T04:24:00.000-07:00

The Breast Cancer 3 Day is less than one week away! As “Team Gotta Have Faith” prepares for this wonderful and powerful event, we’d like to offer those touched by breast cancer a way to participate with us!

Send Us the name(s) of someone special in your life who has been touched by breast cancer – in loving memory of those who are no longer with us, in honor of a loved one living with breast cancer or a tribute to a breast cancer survivor – and we will honor her during our camping experience at the 3 Day (we can’t tell you how we will honor her until the 3 Day is over – it's top secret - pictures will be shared after the event).

Names must be submitted to angie@extendedoffice.com no later than Wednesday, August 19. Be sure to send them in today!!

FaithTeam Gotta Have Faith is "wired" - you can find out information about us all over the internet!

Facebook - invitations to upcoming events, general team info
Heidi's CaringBridge site - updates on Heidi's medical status
3 Day website - fundraising progress for the team

Thanks for your support,
Angie Schaefbauer & Heidi “Faith” Vangen
Team Gotta Have Faith

Breast Cancer 3 Day Cheering Stations

2009-08-03T06:42:00.000-07:00

We're not expecting anyone to show up, but just thought we’d pass this info along…thanks for your support of Team Gotta Have Faith!

Public cheering stations are a great way to show your support along the route to encourage walkers and let them know that you are with them every step of the way. Seeing familiar faces cheering them on can provide that extra burst of energy that gets them to take that next step or go the next mile. Create banners, hold up signs, bring some music and make some noise - anything to make them smile, get energized and keep walking.

Friday, August 21:
Lake Harriet Bandshell
43rd St. W and E Lake Harriet Pkwy
Minneapolis, MN 55409
(Time TBD)

Gold Medal Park
2nd St. S and 11th Ave. S
Minneapolis, MN 55415
(Time TBD)

Saturday, August 22:
7:30 am - 9:15 am
Holiday Inn Express
1100 County Rd. E
Vadnais Heights MN 55110

11:45 am - 4:45 pm
St. Paul Regional Water Services
1900 Rice St.
St. Paul MN 55113

Sunday, August 23:
7:30 am - 9:30 am
North St. Paul Tap & Grill
2379 McKnight Rd. North
St. Paul MN 55109

11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Indian Mounds Park
1113 Mounds Blvd.
St. Paul MN 55106

Team Gotta Have Faith - Pancake Fundraiser

2009-07-27T07:51:00.001-07:00

Please join us for a "Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast" at the Apple Bee's in Duluth. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage and a beverage of choice (alcohol excluded) - for $5!! Click the flyer for details.

Team Gotta Have Faith - on KARE 11 August 4!

2009-07-27T07:41:00.000-07:00

Team Captain, Heidi Vangen entered our team in Cities97's "3-Day for the 3-Day" contest and we won! Our team will receive $1000 and be entered in a drawing for another $5000 - in addition, our team will walk on treadmills in the "backyard" of KARE 11 during the 4pm newscast on Tuesday, August 4. Be sure to watch!

Here's the audio of Heidi on the air with Lee and B.T!

http://files.getdropbox.com/u/109241/20090727 083409.m4a

Team Gotta Have Faith - Casino Bus Trip Fundraiser

2009-07-15T09:57:00.000-07:00

Please join us for another fun-filled Team Gotta Have Faith Fundraiser!

WHEN: Friday, July 31

DEPARTURE: 9am pick up at Summit Oaks Apartments in Coon Rapids –OR- 9:15 pick up at Northtown Mall (Please arrive 15 minutes prior)

RETURN: 3:30 pm Departure from Casino

Registration Due By: July 29, 2009 / Make checks payable to: Rolanda Reighard

For questions contact Rolanda: (h) 763 753 9408 • (c) 612 805 9397 • email

Click the image to view the flyer

Team Gotta Have Faith - Family Bowling Fundraiser

2009-06-19T07:28:00.001-07:00

Great fun was had by all at the Bowling Fundraiser last Sunday. We'll definitely do it again next year - stay tuned for the date!

Over $600 was raised for the Twin Cities 3-Day Breast Cancer Walk.

Click the image for a larger view.

Team Gotta Have Faith - Event Pictures - Golf Outing / Silent Auction

2009-06-19T07:00:00.000-07:00

Team Gotta Have Faith enjoyed a great Golf Outing / Silent Auction last
Friday at CreeksBend Golf Course in New Prague.

Click the image to view a larger size.

Be sure to SAVE THE DATE for next year's event:

CreeksBend Golf Course, New Prague

Friday, June 25, 2010

Heidi's "Last Day of Chemo" Lunch Party!

2009-06-07T14:31:00.000-07:00

Heidi celebrated her last day of chemo last Monday, June 1. A group of friends surprised her for lunch at Houlihan's in Chanhassen - she was very surprised! Everyone is so happy for her! The celebration ended with everyone releasing pink balloons and yelling "goodbye cancer"!

Click the image to view some photos of the happy day.

Breast Cancer 3 Day - Bowling Fundraiser

2009-05-11T14:22:00.000-07:00

Team Gotta Have Faith is pleased to announce a Family Fundraising Event:

Sunday, June 14: 5p - 8p at Cedarvale Lanes in Eagan
“Glow Bowling” - black and neon lights!
$15 per person - includes unlimited bowling and shoes
Kids 5 and under FREE!
Please bring one silent auction item to donate
Pizza and beer specials - proceeds go to the 3-day!
50/50 drawing every half hour!

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Contact: Angie at 651.994.1940 or angie@extendedoffice.com

Breast Cancer 3 Day / Mother's Day Fundraiser

2009-05-03T17:46:00.000-07:00

Team members from Team "Gotta Have Faith" will be working for tips at Pizza Ranch of Norwood Young America on Mother's Day - Sunday, May 10 from 10a - 3p.

We will be serving food, bussing tables, washing dishes and waiting on the patrons! In exchange, Pizza Ranch will donate 15% of all buffet sales to the Twin Cities 3 Day Walk To Fight Breast Cancer!

First Annual Golf Fore the Cure and Silent Auction - June 12, 2009

2009-04-07T16:44:00.000-07:00

Please join us for a really great event on June 12, 2009 - The first annual Team Gotta Have Faith "Golf Fore the Cure and Silent Auction" at Creek's Bend Golf Course in New Prague.

This is a great opportunity to help raise some money for a great cause and have a ball doing it (sorry about the pun!!). Golf registrations are due by May 15 - contact Tom Vangen for details: 612-250-4927 or tomvangen@gmail.com.

After the Golf Outing, please join us for a very robust Silent Auction featuring Twins tickets, hotel stays, jewelry, golf packages, theatre tickets, apparel, and more! PLUS a $10 donation buys a ticket for the Big Screen TV drawing!

Don't forget to visit us online at: http://www.the3day.org/ or on Facebook. Thanks for all of your continuing support with Team Gotta Have Faith.

Final Chance to Help Team Gotta Have Faith by eating at Houlihans - Tomorrow, March 24

2009-03-23T06:23:00.000-07:00

Team "Gotta Have Faith" members: Heidi “Faith” Vangen, Melissa Bisek, Kim Compton, Angie Schaefbauer, Gerry Vangen and Tom Vangen would like to thank everyone that ate at Houlihan's last week!

Once again, we'd like to invite you to help support the fight against breast cancer by eating or drinking at any of the four area Houlihan's restaurants (Chanhassen, Eagan, Maple Grove and Richfield) tomorrow, Tuesday, March 24!

Houlihans (a sister company of Heidi's employer) has agreed to donate 5% of each store's TOTAL sales each day to Team "Gotta Have Faith"! You don't even need to tell your server or bring in the flyer!

Click the image to view the flyer - you can even save it and forward it! Please tell everyone you know to eat at Houihan's Tuesday, March 24!

Team Gotta Have Faith is "wired" - you can find out information about us all over the internet!

Facebook - invitations to upcoming events, general team info

Heidi's CaringBridge site - updates on Heidi's medical status

3 Day website - fundraising progress for the team

Team Gotta Have Faith thanks you for your support!

Open House Fundraiser - April 5, 2009

2009-03-18T18:28:00.000-07:00

Heidi Vangen & Stacy Ward are hosting an Open House in honor of Heidi's battle against breast cancer. Please join us to see Silpada Jewelry, Tastefully Simple and Glamorousity on April 5th anytime between 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Heidi was diagnosed with breast cancer on February 27, 2008 and is continuing to fight the fight. Stacy and Heidi are going to donate their hostess gifts to Heidi's silent auction, which will be held at Creeksbend Golf Course on June 12th,to raise money for The Breast Cancer 3-Day walk in August.

We hope you can join us! Please bring a friend! If you cannot attend and would still like to order something check out the websites and let Stacy or Heidi know.

Heidi Vangen & Stacy Ward
Open House
April 5, 2009 / 1pm - 4pm
Location: Stacy's House - 2245 Manuela Drive, Chaska, MN 55318 Map
Breast Cancer 3 Day Fundraiser

Eat at Houlihan's any time Tuesday, March 10!

2009-03-09T11:57:00.000-07:00

Click the image to view the flyer - you can even save it and forward it! Please tell everyone you know to eat at Houihan's Tuesday, March 10!

Team Gotta Have Faith is "wired" - you can find out information about us all over the internet!

Facebook - invitations to upcoming events, general team info

Heidi's CaringBridge site - updates on Heidi's medical status

3 Day website - fundraising progress for the team

Team Gotta Have Faith thanks you for your support!

"Team Gotta Have Faith" is on Facebook!

2009-02-26T12:11:00.000-08:00

We have a Facebook page - click here to view it and become a fan!

Eat at Houlihan's in March!

2009-02-19T14:42:00.000-08:00

Please help support Team "Gotta Have Faith" by eating or drinking at any of the four area Houlihan's restaurants on March 3, 10 and 24!

Houlihans (a sister company of Heidi's employer) has agreed to donate 5% of the store's TOTAL sales each day to Team "Gotta Have Faith"! You don't even need to tell your server or bring in the flyer!

Heidi has spoken to Lee Valsvik at Cities97 and she'll be promoting the event on air as well as on her page of the Cities97 website!

Click the image to view the flyer - you can even save it and forward it! Please tell everyone you know to eat at Houihan's on March 3, 10 and/or 24!

Save the Date!

2009-02-06T09:00:00.000-08:00

Team Gotta Have Faith Golf Tournment - June 12th (details to follow)
Open House at Heidi's - April 5th (details to follow) featuring Tastefully Simple and Silpada Jewlery - more vendors are possible, stay tuned!

Welcome to Team Gotta Have Faith's Blog!

2009-01-29T13:44:00.000-08:00

We just setup this blog so that all of our supporters can easily follow along on our adventure!

This year's 3 day walk will be August 21 - 23, 2009. Our team is still forming, but members include:

Melissa Bisek
Heidi Vangen

Visit our 3-Day site by clicking here.