And so it begins tomorrow. It's October...Breast Cancer Awareness Month...Pink October....Pinktober. Whatever you call it, it's the month when breast cancer awareness takes over the world. :)
Almost everything you see will be pink, turn pink or have a pink ribbon stamped on it. BUT PROCEED WITH CAUTION! Just because it's pink or has a pink ribbon doesn't mean it's supporting the cause.
So before you buy something with the intention of supporting the breast cancer fight, we offer these suggestions:
1. Find out if a portion of what you buy is going to the breast cancer fight. (Check labels, signs around the product, etc)
2. What portion is being donated to the cause? (If you're spending $100 for the item, are you comfortable with only a dime being donated to the cause, or a dollar from your $100?)
3. Which organization will benefit from what you buy?
4. What do you know about that organization? (Is its focus research, direct help to patients? How much of the organization's donations are used for administration, salaries, etc? )
As you know, we are grateful for research, but we also believe in supporting LOCAL organizations right in your own community, which are helping patients in the breast cancer battle.
You can help make a difference, just remember....THINK BEFORE YOU PINK.
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Tuesday, January 13, 2015
REALITY BITES
It's been a tough week for our organization. It's such a wonderful experience for us to celebrate our clients who make it through the treatment battle. We love seeing them months later and often not recognizing them with hair and health.
This week has been a lot different, a week that reminds us of the nitty gritty of the breast cancer battle.
One week ago today, one of our warriors completed her journey. She was only 33 years old, a wife and mother of three young children.
Unfortunately, she died without life insurance. For the past week, her family has struggled to raise enough money for her funeral and burial expenses.
Today we took care of that. Because of generous donors, we were able to pay the last nearly $2000.00, so her family can now schedule her service.
It indeed has been a tough week, but it's the reality of what we do. Not every one of our stories has a happy ending. But our commitment to the cause continues. We fight on through our tears and disappointment...until there is a cure.
Shatrice, we love you and we'll never forget you.
This week has been a lot different, a week that reminds us of the nitty gritty of the breast cancer battle.
One week ago today, one of our warriors completed her journey. She was only 33 years old, a wife and mother of three young children.
Unfortunately, she died without life insurance. For the past week, her family has struggled to raise enough money for her funeral and burial expenses.
Today we took care of that. Because of generous donors, we were able to pay the last nearly $2000.00, so her family can now schedule her service.
It indeed has been a tough week, but it's the reality of what we do. Not every one of our stories has a happy ending. But our commitment to the cause continues. We fight on through our tears and disappointment...until there is a cure.
Shatrice, we love you and we'll never forget you.
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
THINK BEFORE YOU PINK
And so it begins tomorrow. It's October...Breast Cancer Awareness Month...Pink October....Pinktober. Whatever you call it, it's the month when breast cancer awareness takes over the world. :)
Almost everything you see will be pink, turn pink or have a pink ribbon stamped on it. BUT PROCEED WITH CAUTION! Just because it's pink or has a pink ribbon doesn't mean it's supporting the cause.
So before you buy something with the intention of supporting the breast cancer fight, we offer these suggestions:
1. Find out if a portion of what you buy is going to the breast cancer fight. (Check labels, signs around the product, etc)
2. What portion is being donated to the cause? (If you're spending $100 for the item, are you comfortable with only a dime being donated to the cause, or a dollar from your $100?)
3. Which organization will benefit from what you buy?
4. What do you know about that organization? (Is its focus research, direct help to patients? How much of the organization's donations are used for administration, salaries, etc? )
As you know, we are grateful for research, but we also believe in supporting LOCAL organizations right in your own community, which are helping patients in the breast cancer battle.
You can help make a difference, just remember....THINK BEFORE YOU PINK.
Almost everything you see will be pink, turn pink or have a pink ribbon stamped on it. BUT PROCEED WITH CAUTION! Just because it's pink or has a pink ribbon doesn't mean it's supporting the cause.
So before you buy something with the intention of supporting the breast cancer fight, we offer these suggestions:
1. Find out if a portion of what you buy is going to the breast cancer fight. (Check labels, signs around the product, etc)
2. What portion is being donated to the cause? (If you're spending $100 for the item, are you comfortable with only a dime being donated to the cause, or a dollar from your $100?)
3. Which organization will benefit from what you buy?
4. What do you know about that organization? (Is its focus research, direct help to patients? How much of the organization's donations are used for administration, salaries, etc? )
As you know, we are grateful for research, but we also believe in supporting LOCAL organizations right in your own community, which are helping patients in the breast cancer battle.
You can help make a difference, just remember....THINK BEFORE YOU PINK.
DESIGNER DOZEN SUCCESS !
Once again, we are overwhelmed by the kindness of friends and strangers. Our Designer Dozen Purses & Prizes event was a smashing success. We are grateful for all those who came out to the event and bought tickets in our handbag game of chance.
We are truly indebted to the generous businesses and individuals who donated new, designer bags for the event. A special thank you to: Bloomingdale's at The Mall at Millenia, Stanley Steemer of Central Florida, Dr. Craig and Susan Murray, Dr. Dawn Hill, Events Unlimited by M, Magi Hodges of Seminole Masonry, Jeffrey and Monica Campbell of State Farm Insurance Oviedo, KRS Wealth Management, Cool Way Direct, Mercedes Benz of South Orlando, Carmen Steffens at Mall at Millenia, Donald J Pliner at Mall at Millenia, Neiman Marcus at Mall at Millenia and Dillard's Florida Mall.
And topping off the evening, we had some fabulous handbag models. Thank you to on air talent from WFTV Channel 9: Anchors Greg Warmoth and Jamie Holmes; and meteorologist Brian Shields.
We are truly indebted to the generous businesses and individuals who donated new, designer bags for the event. A special thank you to: Bloomingdale's at The Mall at Millenia, Stanley Steemer of Central Florida, Dr. Craig and Susan Murray, Dr. Dawn Hill, Events Unlimited by M, Magi Hodges of Seminole Masonry, Jeffrey and Monica Campbell of State Farm Insurance Oviedo, KRS Wealth Management, Cool Way Direct, Mercedes Benz of South Orlando, Carmen Steffens at Mall at Millenia, Donald J Pliner at Mall at Millenia, Neiman Marcus at Mall at Millenia and Dillard's Florida Mall.
And topping off the evening, we had some fabulous handbag models. Thank you to on air talent from WFTV Channel 9: Anchors Greg Warmoth and Jamie Holmes; and meteorologist Brian Shields.
Saturday, June 28, 2014
GENEROSITY ROCKS...TOTALLY !
Today we were reminded of just how blessed our little organization is.
A business in Altamonte Springs opened on its day off, to host a fundraising event for us. The folks at SHREDDER EXPERTS agreed to shred documents for free, if people made a donation to us !
How cool is that?!
So anyone who wanted personal or business documents shredded just came to the business, made a donation and received the service.
We were honored to have Mrs. Windermere, Amy Santiago, join us for the day. She helped us greet the guests and was a wonderful addition to the day.
Thanks to everyone who came out to support the effort !
A business in Altamonte Springs opened on its day off, to host a fundraising event for us. The folks at SHREDDER EXPERTS agreed to shred documents for free, if people made a donation to us !
How cool is that?!
So anyone who wanted personal or business documents shredded just came to the business, made a donation and received the service.
We were honored to have Mrs. Windermere, Amy Santiago, join us for the day. She helped us greet the guests and was a wonderful addition to the day.
Thanks to everyone who came out to support the effort !
Saturday, April 19, 2014
THE DESIGNER DOZEN
We are quite excited about a big event we have coming up on September 13th. Save the date. It's THE DESIGNER DOZEN Purses & Prizes event. When you come to GIRLS NIGHT OUT, you can buy tickets for a chance to win a designer purse. We're talking high end, luxury, designer, name brand purses. But that's not all. In each purse, will be prizes. You could also win a spa day, a weekend getaway, dinner at a fancy restaurant and the list goes on.
Here's a sneak peak at the wonderful venue where the event will be held.
Hope to see you there!
We are quite excited about a big event we have coming up on September 13th. Save the date. It's THE DESIGNER DOZEN Purses & Prizes event. When you come to GIRLS NIGHT OUT, you can buy tickets for a chance to win a designer purse. We're talking high end, luxury, designer, name brand purses. But that's not all. In each purse, will be prizes. You could also win a spa day, a weekend getaway, dinner at a fancy restaurant and the list goes on.
Here's a sneak peak at the wonderful venue where the event will be held.
Hope to see you there!
Saturday, March 8, 2014
HEALTH CARE LAW DEBATE HITS HOME
We met a client today who has strong feelings about the health care law, and for good reason. She noticed a lump several months ago. She did not have it check out because at the time she had no insurance. When she got insurance under the Affordable Care Act, she did go to the doctor. She was diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer.
It is a great reminder that in the midst of the debate about the disastrous health care website roll-out, mass confusion about signing up and the real costs involved for some families, it has made a profound difference in the lives of others. For this client, it's not about the politics, it's about a person fighting for her life.
It is a great reminder that in the midst of the debate about the disastrous health care website roll-out, mass confusion about signing up and the real costs involved for some families, it has made a profound difference in the lives of others. For this client, it's not about the politics, it's about a person fighting for her life.
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