What would the breast cancer world look like without Susan G. Komen? Personally, I can't even imagine what breast cancer treatment would be like without all the research and major advances Komen has supported. Did you know that Komen is the largest nongovernmental funder of breast cancer research IN THE WORLD? If you were diagnosed with breast cancer after 1982, it is very likely that you have benefited from Komen funded research.

One of our main objectives is not only to support the research to find the cures, but to make an impact now. There are many breast cancer survivors who are uninsured or underinsured and Komen helps these people in their local communities. That's why since Komen Greater Fort Worth was started in 1992, approximately $17 million has been granted locally to pay for mammograms, treatment, education and treatment support for those who can't afford it.

Komen has made promises...
a promise to fight this disease
a promise to teach more people with early detection methods and more effective treatments
a promise to fund groundbreaking research and discover the cures.

We need your help to keep these promises. We need your voice, your spirit, your financial support. Ask yourself...What can I do today to help end breast cancer? At the end of the day, ask...What have I done? Have I done enough?

-Ann Greenhill, Executive Director

20th Anniversary Spotlight
In honor of our 20th Anniversary, Komen is counting some of our major acheivements. Komen Greater Fort Worth has funded more than 20,000 screening mammograms over its 20 year existence. We could not have reached that number without your help and support. We cannot continue without your help and support.



3rd Party Event Spotlight
Special thank you to TCBY Camp Bowie, who, on their grand opening gave out free yogurt if you made a donation to Komen Greater Fort Worth.  They were able to present us with a check for $1376.96! Jersey Mike's made a super entrance to Camp Bowie this past week. Hungry diners were given a free sub sandwiche when they made a donation to Komen Greater Fort Worth. In September, Smashburger will be welcomed to the neighborhood as well with a similar promotion benefiting Komen Greater Fort Worth.

See a full list of events benefiting Komen Greater Fort Worth.

Grantee Spotlight
Bridge of Blessings provides temporary financial assistance to qualified individuals in Tarrant, Parker, Johnson and Hood counties who are undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Based on an assessment of need, those who are in active cancer treatment may receive help with daily living expenses including payment for rent/mortgage, utility bills, food, transportation and child care expenses.  The amount of financial assistance is determined by members of the Bridge of Blessings volunteer board.  This financial assistance helps to reduce the financial barriers that may force patients to delay or not to seek care. The ultimate goal of Bridge of Blessings is to enable patients to become healthier and to be more independent. Through the dedication of Patricia Mello, the founder and president, and the wonderful volunteer board, Bridge of Blessings impacts the lives of many in the Greater Fort Worth service area as well as 42 other surrounding counties. We are proud to have Bridge of Blessings as one of our 2011 Komen Greater Fort Worth grantees.

Volunteer Spotlight
Our In the Pink Survivor Luncheon provided an opportunity for many of our advocates to volunteer. Thirty women worked to put together gift bags for the 850 attendees, helped with registration and volunteered at the silent auction tables. A wonderful event was made even more special by the contribution of time and energy for the cause made by each of our incredible advocates. Komen Greater Fort Worth is fortunate to have hundreds of advocates who volunteer with us throughout the year as the need arises. When asked, they are always ready to provide support and this summer proved no exception for our amazing group.We are grateful to everyone who volunteers with our Affiliate!

Survivor Information Spotlight
Breast Cancer Survivors: Visit our Local Resources web page for information on Hair Matters and Chick Pink Week - both efforts are hosted by the CHRISTOPHERWALKER Salon.

Thank you to all of the wonderful volunteers and donors who helped put on an amazing In the Pink Survivor Luncheon on August 20th.

Survivor Luncheon Donors:
Awesome Baby Pictures
Bailey's Prime Plus
Bella Retreat Spa
Cantina Laredo
Cat City Grill
Charleston's
Chuy's
Cityview Florist
Cantrell Gallery
Coldwater Creek
Cookies by Design
Corinthian Wellness Spa
Cowboy's Stadium
Davis Floral Design
Enchanted Florist
Esoterica
Facelogic
Ferre
Fort Worth Symphony
Fuzzy's Taco Shop
Grace
Grapevine Wine Tours LLC
Haltom's Jewelers
Ron Hatfield
Hawks Creek Golf Club
Hyena's Comedy Club
Inscriptions On The Boulevard
J. Reas
Jersey Mike'sJohn L. Ashe
Kay's Hallmark
Lane Knight
Lash Retreat
Lawrence's
Legacy Salon and Day Spa
Lemongrass Salon
Lucky Strike Lanes
Luke's Locker
Lululemon Athletica
Mac's Bar & Grill
Massage Envy
McKinley's Bakery and Café
Mercury Chop House
Merle Norman
Milagros
Mokara Spa at the Omni Fort Worth Hotel
Nayfa's Furniture
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Old Neighborhood Grill
Omni Hotel Dallas
Omni Hotel Fort Worth
On the Border
Painting with a Twist
Pappagallos
Penrose Group, LLC
Performing Art Fort Worth, Inc./Bass Hall
Put a Cork in It
Rave Motion Picture
Reata
Red Cactus Mexican Food
Red Hot and Blue
Renaissance Fort Worth Worthington
Republic of Tea
Ridgmar Mall
Rozanne and Billy Rosenthal
Ruth's Chris Steakhouse
Sally's Flower Shoppe
Scentimentals
Slender You TX
Smart Barre
Smashburger
Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show
Standard Meat Company
Starbucks
Stella's
Sundance Square
Sweet Sammies
TCBY
Teskey's Saddle Shop and Boutique
The Modern Museum
Times Ten Cellar
Tot to Teen
Travel Experts
Urban Yoga
White House Black Market
WineStyles
Yo! Frozen Yogurt Lounge
Yogurtland
Young Chefs
Yves Delorme

Donor Recognition
Komen Greater Fort Worth is thankful for the donations received between July 26, 2011 and August 28, 2011.

General Donations
Anonymous
Ms. Sandra Bailey
Ms. Joy Berry
Ms. Constance Carpenter
Ms. Terri Cichon
Ms. Trisha Cox
Exxonmobil Foundation
Ms. Connie Fair
Ms. Joy Grissom
Mr. Brian Hennigan
IBM Services Center
Pearson Group, Inc.
Ms. Kathy Phelps
Johannah and Nicole Song
Truist

3rd Party Events:
Ambit Energy
Grubbs Infiniti
Mr. Tim Halperin 
Mrs. Ann Louden 
Reunion Title
Ridgmar Mall
Safeway Inc,
Southlake Carroll Lacrose Association
Tara Energy

In Honor of:
Mrs. Peggy Booher
   Mr. Jesse Booher

Jane Sykes' 60th Birthday
   Mr. and Mrs. Billy Rosenthal

Jineen Bessire's Birthday
   Mr. and Mrs. Billy Rosenthal

Ms. Marie Kunze
   Ms. Lynn Beatty

Margaret Motheral's Birthday
   Mr. and Mrs. Billy Rosenthal

Members of Preceptor Iota Phi
   Ms. Dawn Cunningham

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dover's 60th Anniversary
   Mr. and Mrs. Billy Rosenthal

Mrs. Pat Roe
   Ms. Erika Araya Marin

In Memory of:

Mrs. Rosalind McCroy
   Ms. Leticha Frazier

Mrs. Evelyn Meeks
   Mr. and Mrs. Tom Nethery

Mrs. Janie Royal
   Haltom City Library

Ms. Barbara Schimdtzinsky
   Ms. Gail Arnold

Mrs. Jewell Seeton
   Mrs. Billie Seeton

Ms. Lisa Trent
   Ms. Gail Arnold

Ms. Barbara Warriner
   Ms. Gail Arnold

Mrs. Jennifer Westhoff
   The Kubes Family

Mrs. Beverly Wilks
   Ms. Barbara Marshall

Make a donation today to honor someone you love.