CMT AWARDS COULD GENERATE $2,500 DONATION FOR THE PKD FOUNDATION
ON BEHALF OF RODNEY CARRINGTON
Musician/ Actor/ Comedian names PKD Foundation as his “charity of choice” for 2008 nomination.
(Kansas City, MO) March 20, 2008 — Cast a vote for Comedian Rodney Carrington in the 2008 CMT Awards, and you could help fund research for one of the most common, life-threatening genetic diseases. Carrington is nominated as a finalist in the “Best Supporting Character in a Video” category. This year, along with the coveted award, CMT will donate $2,500 to a charity of choice on each winner’s behalf.
Rodney Carrington has helped champion the cause of PKD awareness and research since his wife Terri and her twin sister were diagnosed with the disease just a few years ago. The Carrington's three sons also have a 50 percent chance of inheriting the disease. Terri Carrington serves as volunteer coordinator for the PKD Foundation’s Tulsa Chapter. Rodney has helped with her efforts to raise awareness over the past three years since she took on the role.
“Rodney’s designation of the PKD Foundation as his charity of choice provides a unique opportunity to raise awareness of PKD among a nation-wide audience. We are grateful for the Carrington’s generosity and we hope to help get out the vote to support Rodney in this fantastic effort!” said PKD Foundation National Director of Marketing and Public Relations, Dave Switzer.
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) affects 12.5 million people. That makes it more common than cystic fibrosis, Down syndrome, muscular dystrophy and sickle cell anemia combined. PKD causes cysts to form throughout the kidneys and eventually, the kidneys fail. Dialysis and transplantation are the only treatment options for kidney failure. There is no cure for PKD, but there is hope!
The non-profit, PKD Foundation, headquartered in Kansas City, MO, leads the fight against polycystic kidney disease (PKD) through research funding, patient education and advocacy. In 2008, the PKD Foundation will fund approximately $4 million in vital PKD research. For more information, visit www.pkdcure.org or call 1-800-PKD-CURE.
To vote for Rodney Carrington as a nominee in the 2008 CMT awards click here.