The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Texas Gulf Coast Chapter celebrates the official Man and Woman of the Year Campaign kick off. The local men and women vying for the title of Man and Woman of the Year will gather with their supporters, colleagues and competitors to be recognized for their efforts.

This evening marks the night candidates can begin their fundraising.

All proceeds benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's mission to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.