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December 2011 Newsletter
Komen, the world's largest breast cancer organization, is ranked top cancer organizationWe just have to share some great news with you. We are so proud that Guidestar, an independent charity evaluator, has named Komen as the cancer nonprofit making the biggest impact on cancer advocacy and outreach. This number 1 ranking from GuideStar's Philanthropedia arm is based on the assessment of 48 experts from 25 nonprofits, universities and businesses, who reviewed 73 cancer nonprofits and identified the 16 top cancer organizations. In addition, for the fifth year in a row, Komen, the world's largest breast cancer organization, earned a top four-star ranking from independent evaluator Charity Navigator. This year, the Harris Interactive EquiTrend study ranked Komen among the top two national nonprofits in terms of brand equity and as a charity people are most likely to donate to. We want to point out that these recognitions would not be possible without YOU, our fabulous army of survivors, donors and volunteers, leading the grassroots efforts to help Komen realize its vision of a world without breast cancer. Along with us, we hope you take pride in the fact that the dollars you donate to Komen are used for the mission and are spent in the way you intend for them to be. Also, the time you spend volunteering for Komen is time well spent. As always, we want to point to the fact that 75% of the money raised by Komen Greater Fort Worth remains in our local community to help people who need help TODAY. In planning for a FUTURE world without breast cancer, 25% of the money goes directly to fund research to find the cures. Thank you for being with us in this fight against breast cancer. Ann Greenhill - Executive Director
Through their outreach efforts, St. Joseph‘s Health Care Trust coordinates breast health education for those needing this important service. We are proud of our continued collaboration with Catholic Charities. See our full list of grantees here.
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3rd Party Event Spotlight Invitations to the Pink Ribbon Roundup at the Stock Show Goes Pink will be mailed on January 9. Mark your calendars for January 24th for this wonderful survivor event!  Congratulations to the Carroll Volleyball Team for making a $17,000 impact in the fight against breast cancer! At one of their home games they really showed people how to pink it out - check out all they did!
Raffle Tickets - $13,130.00
We would like to say a special thanks to The Stitch Niche in Arlington. One of their favorite customers, Kathy Barnett, passed away of breast cancer in May of this year. Kathy had requested that her sewing supplies be sold to other Stitch Niche customers and that the proceeds be donated to Komen Greater Fort Worth. In one short weekend, and with an extensive inventory, over $5,000 was raised! Donor Recognition Komen Greater Fort Worth is thankful for the donations received between October 27 and November 28, 2011. Make a donation today to honor someone you love. General DonationsThe Leslie M. Gracey Charitable Fund Marquis Software Dr. and Mrs. David Robinson Ms. Judy Stevens Texas Health Gives Campaign Ms. Heather Williams 3rd Party Events 3rd Party Events
In Honor of: Mr. and Mrs. Todd Blumenfeld's Anniversary Mrs. Peggy Booher Mrs. Roxanne Martinez In Memory of: Ms. Kathy Barrett Ms. Claire Behrmann Mrs. Vivian Corriveau Mrs. Stacy Heath Mr. Bill Look Ms. Rosalind McCrory Mrs. Evelyn Meeks Mr. John Thomas O'Shea Mr. Dennis Reinhart Mr. William "Snooks" Warren |
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Give the gift of hope in the form of our Snowflake of Hope holiday card! For a minimum $10 donation, we'll send a personalized card like the one shown here to your friend, family member or co-worker. 
In honor of LeAnn Rimes' performance at our very first Race for the Cure twenty years ago, we are partnering with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra for a Concert for the Cure® on Saturday, January 28, 2012! The concert will benefit Komen Greater Fort Worth and is sure to be a delight for all in attendance. 
The St. Joseph Health Care Trust Breast Cancer Outreach Program, managed by Catholic Charities Diocese of Fort Worth, expands breast health outreach and awareness in the Greater Fort Worth service area. Trained health care teams reach medically uninsured women within the parishes of our four county service area. By educating women about breast health and coordinating mammogram screenings, provided without cost through collaboration with the Harris Methodist Mobile Mammography unit, more women receive necessary services. The program focuses on Hispanic, Asian and African American communities and also provides case navigation for clients who test positive for breast cancer.
Training was held last month at our offices for ten new “Komen Educators” who will lead our Speaker’s Bureau. These amazing advocates have been involved with the Greater Fort Worth Affiliate in other capacities and bring great expertise about our cause. Their understanding of the Komen Mission and knowledge about our Affiliate will make an impact on those they meet. Please contact the Komen office to schedule a Komen Educator for your church, civic organization, business, or other event. We look forward to the opportunity to share our story with others.
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Greater Fort Worth Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® |
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