FARMINGDALE, NEW YORK – To raise money for cancer research and help find a cure for this disease, WAC Lighting President Shelley Wang has announced that the company has participated in The American Cancer Society's Relay for Life® and raised $2,000 for this great cause. WAC Lighting is a leading manufacturer and designer of track, recessed, undercabinet, monorail and decorative lighting, develops Responsible Lighting products for a brighter tomorrow. The Long Island Relay for Life of Farmingdale raised over $86,000 in total and was held at Farmingdale State College in June.  Over 514 people, representing 54 teams, participated in the event.

"We were excited to participate in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life because we want to help find a cure for cancer," explains Ms. Wang.  "We congratulate our Credit Manager Tony D'Alessio and his team, for their gallant efforts."
"The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is more than just an event to me," states Mr. D'Alessio. "It is my personal opportunity to help save lives from cancer by supporting the American Cancer Society.  It's amazing to think that millions of people will be diagnosed with cancer this year. Somebody close to us may be one of them."

The American Cancer Society's Relay for Life® celebrates the lives of those who have battled cancer, remembers loved ones lost, and supports the American Cancer Society’s lifesaving mission by fighting a disease that has already taken too much. This vital organization helps people stay well and prevent cancer, detect it early, and helps people get well by being in their corner around the clock to guide them through every step of their cancer experience.

WAC Lighting is headquartered at 615 South Street, Garden City, New York 11530.