Purchase "The T206 Collection: The Players & Their Stories" for a good cause!
 

Tom Zappala, author of "The T206 Collection: The Players & Their Stories" asked me to post this press release for him. I spoke to Tom on the phone and he is really passionate about this foundation and the work they do. I was happy to assist him in getting this information out to the Net54 community.

Press Release
November 8, 2010


Authors Tom & Ellen Zappala of Merrimac, Massachusetts are pleased to announce that they are partnering with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to help find a cure for Diabetes.

Finding a cure is close to the Zappala's hearts as two children in the family have Type 1 Diabetes. Because of this, the Zappalas will be donating $10.00 from each purchase of their award-winning first edition baseball book, The T206 Collection: The Players & Their Stories which was released in June 2010 to national acclaim.

It is a beautiful hardcover coffee table book with colorful images and captivating stories of the men responsible for our National Pastime. This is the perfect holiday gift for every fan of baseball, even the casual baseball fan.

Books may be purchased on the author's website www.t206players.com <http://www.t206players.com/> . For more information, call 978-346-9496. Authors Tom & Ellen Zappala will personally sign each and every first edition book.

The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) is the worldwide leader for research to cure type 1 diabetes. It sets the global agenda for diabetes research, and is the largest charitable funder and advocate of diabetes science worldwide.* The mission of JDRF is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research.

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that strikes children and adults suddenly, and can be fatal. Until a cure is found, people with type 1 diabetes have to test their blood sugar and give themselves insulin injections multiple times or use a pump - each day and every day of their lives. Even with that intensive care, insulin does not cure diabetes, nor does it prevent its eventual and devastating complications, which may include kidney failure, blindness, heart disease, stroke, and amputation.*

Since its' founding in 1970 by parents of children with type 1 diabetes, JDRF has awarded more than $1.3 billion to worldwide diabetes research, including more than $107 million last year. For more information regarding JDRF, call 781-431-0700 or visit www.jdrf.org/baystate <http://www.jdrf.org/baystate> .


Note: For a complete press kit and reviews of the book go to www.t206players.com <http://www.t206players.com/> .

Net54baseball.com always happy to help
 

I should mention that Rob was kind enough to email me first about posting this thread. If anyone is doing a charity, or contributing to one, and it has a great vintage card tie in, Net54baseball.com is always happy to help in any way we can. This looks like a great cause and a nice book.

Good book.

Great cause.

Done Deal!



Thanks for the heads up.

I received mine at the National at the PSA luncheon, and had it signed by the authors at the PSA booth. It's a great book.

Great Idea for a Great Cause
 

Just ordered mine and can't wait to read it! Dynarl

Looks like a great book for a great cause.
My best,
RC

I would order it....but I already have it. I got it about a week ago and I haven't had a chance to dive into it yet. I did flip through it quickly though, and it looks like fun.

Just ordered mine! Their donation is for a great cause!
I have been a Type-1 Diabetic for 41 of my 43 years. Let's all try to support them find a cure.

Steve

206
 

a fine book which provides an interesting introduction to the lives of the players.

a top drawer cause.

best,
barry

A good book about the players, but the pictures of the cards themselves are a waste of space since they are just phony looking reprints. But I'll overlook that and buy for this great cause.

Why is it that everyone who makes a T206 "something" often feels the need to use images from mint reprints? I agree it would be a lot more authentic to use real cards of varying grades/conditions.

Nevertheless, I already bought the book and love it. Great cause.

Thank You
 

Tom & Ellen would like to extend their thanks to all who have helped the cause:

We have been overwhelmed with stories from people who are either diabetic or have relatives who are diabetic.The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation does great work, and we are thrilled to be partnering with them. We have been getting requests from all over the country. The entire collectibles community has stepped up to the plate. We are proud of our book, but more proud of the fact that we are all making a contribution to finding a cure for diabetes.
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Thanks again,and a happy Holiday to all.People are out of work and many are struggling. However, good people always manage to support a cause.
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Thanks again,
Tom and Ellen Zappala (The T206 Collection: The Players & Their Stories)

Got mine in the mail last night...
 

I did a quick flip through and it is nicely laid out. I agree that using originals over reprints would have been more authentic, but can't argue with the concept. Plus it was a nice way to help a good cause...happy holidays!!!

Now my wife can't complain that it's hard to find me anything for Christmas.

Received my copy this past week and am looking forward to reviewing it in more detail, looks great already.

Was a good day at the mailbox, also received an autographed copy of "The Black Aces" by Jim "Mudcat Grant, who I had the opportunity to meet on a flight out of LA into Detroit last summer.

Looking forward to reading both.

RC

great cause
 

Thanks for your passion and hard work for a great cause. I look forward to reading it. Mike