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Shelby County Community Charity - Shelbyville, KY |
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It all began with a 14 year old named Michael Long. Perfectly
normal in every sense, Michael loved sports, playing basketball, baseball, and really concentrating on soccer. Fought
with his older brother Jeff, over anything and everything, and losing most of the time because Jeff was 4 years older! Had
a girlfriend named Elizabeth, that was his true first love, and like all 14 year old relationships had their ups
and downs, but they never parted very far from each other; no matter what.
Michael's outgoing personality continued to make him new
friends while maintaining existing friendships. Went to movies, played sports, attended church, went on vacations
and just "goofed off" with Austin, Eric, Ryan, Chris and Curtis.
And then one day, December 21st, 1995, Michael, his family,
and his friends lives were shattered into a thousand pieces!
On that day,
Christmas week of 1995, Michael was diagnosed with an inoperable brain stem glioma (tumor).
Michael’s courage during the next 20 months was an inspiration to all that knew him, and to all of those that
came in contact with him during his battle. This charity came into existence because of Michael, and continues because of
the knowledge and love that Michael shared with each of us. Thank you for visiting our Website. Shelby County Community Charity is based in Shelby County, Kentucky, and was incorporated in 1996, to help a young cancer
patient and his family. Throughout the past 13 years, the Charity has raised more than $850,000 that has been returned to
Shelby County residents! Take a few minutes and get to know the Charity through this WEB site, the people and agencies we helped, and continue to
help. Get to know Michael Long, the young boy whose illness triggered the charity. Read about Lily Barnett, a young girl that
had Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Take a look at some of the pictures we have included from our fund raising efforts. You may see someone you know personally,
or someone you recognize from the local, state or national scene! Each and every one of us has an obligation, a responsibility to take care of our brothers and sisters regardless of race,
nationality or age. It’s become normal to accept that you, as one person, cannot make a difference! As long as you accept that, you
cannot make a difference. Don’t ignore the needs that surround you, but make an effort to help others in need.
Shelby County Community Charities has been recognized by the IRS, as
a 501(c) tax exempt organization. Additionally, it has been determined by the Office of the Attorney General, that SCCC is
in compliance with the Commonwealth Of Kentucky’s Charitable Solicitations Act, File #1755
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