In support of his friend, Carlos has decided to "Kick for the Cure!" For every field goal or extra point made during the 2008 season, Carlos is going to donate money to OCI. Fans and corporate sponsors are encouraged to participate as well. At the end of the season, team owner Arthur Blank has pledged to double Carlos' donation.

If you would like to support Carlos, click here and complete the form. Return it to the Georgia Force and cheer on Carlos as he raises money for ovarian cancer research.

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Georgia Force Kicker, Carlos Martinez, Launches 'Kicking for the Cure’ Fund

Georgia Force indoor arena football player and kicker, Carlos Martinez, recently experienced the devastating impact that ovarian cancer can have on men and women alike, when he recently had an extended family member diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer. However, Martinez refused to sit idly by without embracing the opportunity to promote awareness and raise money for desperately needed research on ovarian cancer. To that end, Martinez officially ‘kicked off’ a new fundraising initiative called Carlos Martinez ‘Kicking for the Cure’ Fund at the Georgia Force season opener on Saturday, March 1, 2008 at the Gwinnett Arena.

Proceeds for the fund will directly benefit Georgia’s own Ovarian Cancer Institute (OCI).

Starting with this season opener on March 1, 2008, the Carlos Martinez ‘Kicking for the Cure’ Fund will run through June 21, 2008. During the 2008 Georgia Force season, Martinez will personally make a $25 donation to OCI for every field goal he successfully makes and a $10 donation for every extra point — in honor of his friend who is battling ovarian cancer. “I am very passionate about this cause, and I am willing to do whatever it takes to make people more aware of the devastating effects of ovarian cancer,” explained Martinez.

At the end of the 2008 season, Martinez will present the Ovarian Cancer Institute with a check representing the combination of generous donations from sponsors, fans, and Martinez’ personal donation.

Source: hometowncobb.com