We are SO excited about a big fundraising event coming up for us Saturday night, August 24th. CBS RADIO here in Orlando is hosting an event called GIRLS NIGHT OUT. It's a party for girlfriends, moms and daughters, sisters and sisterfriends. There will be fashion, food, drinks and more fun. But there's also a charitable component to it. And there's where we come in.
At the event, COMPASSIONATE HANDS AND HEARTS will be hosting a PURSES & PRIZES event. You're invited to join us. We have 22 designer purses (COACH, MICHAEL KORS, COLE HAAN, DOONEY, KATE SPADE, etc) and they're all NEW! And one (or perhaps more than one) could be yours!
But that's not all ! All of the purses come with a prize package. For instance, one purse may have a weekend getaway theme, so inside the purse will be gift certificates for a hotel stay or theme park excursions. The "pamper yourself" themed purse includes spa treatments, beauty makeovers, etc.
To win a prize, it's simple, purchase a packet of tickets (prices range from just $10 to $100 ! ). Then place your tickets in the bag next to the purse you'd like to win. You may want to put all your tickets in one bag or spread them around. That's the fun of it, guessing how to increase your odds. :)
Can't wait to see you tomorrow night !
Oh, it's not all girls. Four male members of the WFTV Channel 9 news team (Greg, Jamie, Brian and Jorge) will be there as our official purse presenters. This, you have to see.
Friday, August 23, 2013
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
STARTING THE CONVERSATION:
COMPASSIONATE HANDS AND HEARTS recently embarked on producing an important video project. We've become increasingly disturbed by the number of clients whose marriages become a casualty of the breast cancer fight. We were curious about why. So we're sitting down with breast cancer survivors to have a frank and honest conversation about the nitty gritty of what happens to the marriages when cancer enters the picture. How does it affect intimacy, sex and every other aspect of the relationship? It's a subject most breast cancer survivors talk about privately with their family or friends. But now, we're bringing it out in the open and STARTING THE CONVERSATION.
You can see a preview of the video project here. (Just click the arrow near the top of the page )
www.startingtheconversation.info
COMPASSIONATE HANDS AND HEARTS recently embarked on producing an important video project. We've become increasingly disturbed by the number of clients whose marriages become a casualty of the breast cancer fight. We were curious about why. So we're sitting down with breast cancer survivors to have a frank and honest conversation about the nitty gritty of what happens to the marriages when cancer enters the picture. How does it affect intimacy, sex and every other aspect of the relationship? It's a subject most breast cancer survivors talk about privately with their family or friends. But now, we're bringing it out in the open and STARTING THE CONVERSATION.
You can see a preview of the video project here. (Just click the arrow near the top of the page )
www.startingtheconversation.info
Sunday, April 14, 2013
A RECORD BREAKER
We're quite proud of ourselves today. We broke a COMPASSIONATE HANDS AND HEARTS record on Saturday, April 13, 2013. We had an outreach for FIVE, yes FIVE breast cancer warriors.
They are all in different phases of the journey. They're either just beginning the battle, right in the thick of it or in it for the second time.
We're constantly amazed at what happens when we bring together a group of breast cancer patients who don't know each other. They come to us shy, sometimes uncertain and often apprehensive about what's in store. But it doesn't take them long to realize they have so much in common. They have similar experiences and feelings. And they speak the same language: breast cancer patient medical speak.
Our gatherings are always mixed with the right amount of tears, laughter and encouragement. We are blessed to be able to provide substantial financial assistance for these breast cancer warriors. That's important. But sometimes the best medicine for them is just to know that someone cares. That's important too.
Fight on Wanda, Fredda, Blanca, Jennifer and Tami ! We love you !
They are all in different phases of the journey. They're either just beginning the battle, right in the thick of it or in it for the second time.
We're constantly amazed at what happens when we bring together a group of breast cancer patients who don't know each other. They come to us shy, sometimes uncertain and often apprehensive about what's in store. But it doesn't take them long to realize they have so much in common. They have similar experiences and feelings. And they speak the same language: breast cancer patient medical speak.
Our gatherings are always mixed with the right amount of tears, laughter and encouragement. We are blessed to be able to provide substantial financial assistance for these breast cancer warriors. That's important. But sometimes the best medicine for them is just to know that someone cares. That's important too.
Fight on Wanda, Fredda, Blanca, Jennifer and Tami ! We love you !
Thursday, March 7, 2013
AND WE'RE OFF !
I was thinking the other day that I've been too busy to blog. In this case, that's a good thing because it means COMPASSIONATE HANDS AND HEARTS is busy fulfilling its mission.
But every now and then, we encounter situations that break out hearts. One of our clients has postponed treatment because her husband doesn't want her to have a mastectomy. I still don't understand that. Women feel forced to choose between their husband and their lives. Seems like an easy choice for some, for others, it is not.
Not sure how we can help these women. Part of me wants to hit them over the head and ask, "Are you crazy?" The other half just wants to wrap my arms around them, even though I don't have the words to say.
Heartbreaking.
Vanessa Echols
FOUNDER
Monday, December 3, 2012
MAKING OUR MISSION HER OWN
It's always so rewarding for us to see how people and other organizations embrace our mission. One of our dedicated volunteers has truly made our mission her own.
Karen Wise is a local and outstanding seamstress. So a few months ago, she decided to make pj lounging pants for our clients. And what a great blessing it has been to them and to us. Karen shows up at our outreaches with her tape measure around her neck and goes to work ! The reaction from the clients is always rather amusing since some of them swear us to secrecy about their measurements. LOL.
It truly is a labor of love and Karen does a beautiful job.
But one of the more interesting aspects is how she comes up with the money for the material. But perhaps that's a story for another day, if she'll allow us to tell it. It is quite hilarious !
Karen Wise is a local and outstanding seamstress. So a few months ago, she decided to make pj lounging pants for our clients. And what a great blessing it has been to them and to us. Karen shows up at our outreaches with her tape measure around her neck and goes to work ! The reaction from the clients is always rather amusing since some of them swear us to secrecy about their measurements. LOL.
It truly is a labor of love and Karen does a beautiful job.
But one of the more interesting aspects is how she comes up with the money for the material. But perhaps that's a story for another day, if she'll allow us to tell it. It is quite hilarious !
Saturday, October 27, 2012
HOW IN THE WORLD DID WE DO IT?
I think that's the question we were asking ourselves after our marathon fundraising weekend. We are SO grateful to the organizations and individuals who supported us with fundraisers during the month of October.
One weekend was a particular interesting one. We started the day with Cut For The Cure at Ravin Hair in St. Cloud, FL. The stylists there donated their proceeds for the day and there were plenty of other activities and fun events for the day. Then, there was a car show in Sanford, FL with proceeds donated to us. After that, a Breast Cancer Awareness luncheon sponsored by the Delta Omicron Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority in Orlando, with more proceeds for us. The day ended with a mother/ daughter fashion show fundraiser for us in Lake Mary. Whew. And it all went off without a hitch.
We are thankful for all who believe in our mission to give back 100% of our donations to LOCAL families walking the breast cancer journey.
One weekend was a particular interesting one. We started the day with Cut For The Cure at Ravin Hair in St. Cloud, FL. The stylists there donated their proceeds for the day and there were plenty of other activities and fun events for the day. Then, there was a car show in Sanford, FL with proceeds donated to us. After that, a Breast Cancer Awareness luncheon sponsored by the Delta Omicron Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority in Orlando, with more proceeds for us. The day ended with a mother/ daughter fashion show fundraiser for us in Lake Mary. Whew. And it all went off without a hitch.
We are thankful for all who believe in our mission to give back 100% of our donations to LOCAL families walking the breast cancer journey.
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
PINK PARTY
You're invited to join us Friday, October 12 for a Pink Party at BRIGHTON COLLECTIBLES at the Altamonte Mall. Party time is 4:00. You'll have a chance to win a BRIGHTON gift card, EDEN SPA gift certificate or a pink basket of surprises. You'll also see BRIGHTON's 2012 Breast Cancer Awareness jewelry. And don't forget, the ALTAMONTE store is donating a portion of the proceeds to COMPASSIONATE HANDS AND HEARTS. Hope to see you there!
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