One of Lakeside Karate's founding principles is to be a part of our community not only through the instruction of Martial Arts virtues but, through giving to local worthy causes.  Penelope's Gift 5K is a part of the larger charity called Penelope's Gift created by the Mank family.

Penelope was stillborn at Medina Memorial Hospital. Stacey and Andy Mank had the courage to turn a personal tragedy in to an inspirational example of givng. The family has been holding several fund-rasiers and has requested donations from local business for the past year . Their efforts have been rewarded as Medina Memorial Hospital now has a second Ultrasound machine that will stay at the hospital at all times . 

Lakeside Karate sincerely thanks the Mank family for letting us host the 5K Walk / Run and in doing so has allowed us to be a part of something bigger than all of us.

10/03/08