Volunteer of the Week: Craig’s passion is fighting back against cancer

Published 11:51 pm Wednesday, May 30, 2018

By: Oniska Blevins

It is hard to mention Relay for Life and not hear Alvin Craig’s name mentioned. Determined and passionate about finding a cure for cancer, Craig has spent more than 13 years volunteering as an event lead for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life Dallas County.

An avid golf player, traveler and member of the Chesterfield Club, Craig has made it his life’s mission to raise funds to support the cause.

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Relay for Life Dallas County raises funds to support cancer research and treatment. The money raised has helped local citizens each year, and Craig has a personal connection to one of the recent recipients.

“One of those survivors happens to be one of my uncles out in Marengo County, and so [Relay for Life] has helped him as well,” he said.

Ever the community builder, Craig said one of things he loves about Relay for Life is that it is an opportunity to bring people of all ages, sizes and races together for one cause.

“I like to bring everyone together,” Craig said. “Cancer doesn’t discriminate.”

With a heart of gold and love for charity, Craig said it is God’s plan for him to spend his life working towards a cure.

“In the words of the bible it’s better to give than to receive,” Craig said. “A lot of these people that can’t make it on their own need this help that we’re doing.”

Regional American Cancer Society Relay for Life administrator Bridget Mills admires Craig’s dedication is admirable and his passion for helping people is to be rivaled.

She has witnessed Craig’s dedication to the cause for years, and has seen the many ways he has worked to involve and encourage other volunteers as well.

“He is definitely an out-of-the box thinker,” Mills said. “He’s great at energizing and mobilizing our volunteers while also making sure they feel appreciated and they understand the impact they are having in the fight against cancer.”

The American Cancer Society Relay for Life Dallas County relay event is Friday, June 1 at the Selma Lions Fair Park.