It is with much honor and gratitude that we dedicate our August Pink Ribbon to the memory of Mary Thompson, a loving breast cancer survivor who passed away of other causes this past winter. We do so in friendship with her children, Karen Givnish, Mark Thompson and Diane Muntean, as well as her four grandchildren.

University of Pennsylvania Researcher Named to "Ultimate Think Tank" as Part of the Next Step in Breast Cancer Research from Susan G. Komen for the Cure®

The Komen Philadelphia Affiliate congratulates Susan Domchek, MD, Clinical Researcher from the University of Pennsylvania, for being selected to serve on the new Komen for the Cure Scientific Advisory Council, focusing on innovative and the most effective research in breast cancer science. This panel of more than sixty top-ranking scientists, clinicians and advocates were selected and united by Komen to guide the extensive research program of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, the world's largest breast cancer organization.

This month, we are proud to honor Jason Lichterman, co-owner of J.M. Lichterman & Co. with our "Pink Ribbon of the Month." An energetic, successful young businessman, Jason is taking his entrepreneurial spirit to a whole new realm--using his art and expertise in jewelry to help the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate truly "sparkle" in the breast cancer movement.

It is rare - in fact, unprecedented - that we bestow our Pink Ribbon honors to a partner who has been active with the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate for barely two months. However, our first experience with the team from Le Castagne was more than enough to convince us that their generosity, professionalism and passion for the cause epitomizes all that the Pink Ribbon of the Month embodies.

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the promise Nancy G. Brinker made to her sister, Susan G. Komen, to do everything in her power to end suffering from breast cancer. That promise launched the global breast cancer movement through Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, uniting millions around the world in a grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting for the cures. As we look to strengthen and build on our tremendous progress toward a world without breast cancer, we seek to connect dedicated individuals and organizations in that global network.

This Sunday, thousands of people at the Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure will smile, stick a few bills into a six-foot pig, and walk away filled with pride knowing they have helped make a true difference in the fight against breast cancer. This opportunity for all generations--this campaign that in its first year raised more than $50,000 to save lives--never would have existed if not for our creative, compassionate friends at Dietz & Watson, Inc.

If you've ever attended the Susan G. Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure, Komen Philadelphia Pink Tie Ball, survivors luncheon or any other Komen Philadelphia Affiliate event, the reason you cherish it is our dedicated, talented and generous friend, Fred Stein. From the Survivors Parade of Pink to the Kick-Off Under the Stars, so much of what distinguishes our movement and defines our success is the child of Fred's mind, as well as his heart.

This tax season YOU can help find a cure for breast cancer!
 
Look for the Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition's Income Tax Check-Off for Breast Cancer Research on Line 35 of your state income tax form and donate your refund for breast cancer research today! All of the money donated goes directly to Pennsylvania-based cancer researchers. To date this highly successful initiative has raised over $2.5 million for breast & cervical cancer research.
 
For more information visit www.pabreastcancer.org/tax or call 1-800-377-8828 x101.

We are proud to announce the first-ever Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure Team captained by a local TV and radio personality - plus national entertainment icon - Danny Bonaduce!

As we celebrate the milestone 20th anniversary of the Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure - looking back to where we've been, and ahead to where we aspire to be - there is a truth that echoes again and again: "We simply couldn't have done it without CBS 3."

"Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars... to change the world."

These words of Harriet Tubman never resonated more deeply among the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate family than when we took in the incredible scene of the 2010 Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure Kick-Off Party on February 5.

Prettier... friendlier... better equipped to empower your fundraising, we are happy to introduce you to our enhanced Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure website. Still "living" at www.Race.KomenPhiladelphia.org, we've enhanced the design and functionality to take your Race participation, experience and results over the top in celebration of our milestone 20th anniversary.

Last year, Walter Rosewitski had a personal fundraising goal for the Komen Philadelphia Race for the cure of $50,000. And now, in celebration of our blockbuster 20th anniversary of the Race in Philadelphia, Walt is out to top that total.

The Philadelphia Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure was proud to recently announced the election of two new officers for its Board of Directors, as well as three new members.  Effective on March, 1, 2010, Lisa Wollan, Head of Consumer Insights & Brand Strategy, Wawa, Inc., started her term as as the Board's Vice President, and Barbara A. Orr, Executive Vice President, Poretta & Orr, Inc. Strategic Marketing, Events, Exhibits started her term as Secretary, which was previously held by Wollan.

The Philadelphia Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® recently announced the names of thirty-three organizations who will be receiving grants for breast cancer outreach initiatives in 2010-2011.

Looking Good! Check Out Your Mother's Day Attire.

You gave, you saw, you voted! And the results are a stellar t-shirt design for you this Mother's Day. We thank everyone who participated in the Susan G. Komen for the Cure "Vote the T-Shirt Contest," and now are happy to reveal to you your 2010 Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure t-shirt.

Being only a few months away from the 20th anniversary of the Susan G. Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure®, we could think of no more worthy recipient of this month's Pink Ribbon award than the extraordinary team at the Philadelphia Police Department, who - for all twenty years - have provided steadfast service to assure every Race participant can enjoy the event safely and happily.

Having just finalized some key aspects of the 2010 Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure - namely, prizes, the survivor Parade of Pink and in-person registration opportunities - we could think of no more worthy recipient of this month's Pink Ribbon award than the extraordinary team at Macy's. Even in this less-than-ideal economic environment, Macy's has stepped up their support to help assure we don't miss a beat in embracing everyone in the Race experience and demonstrating just how much we value our supporters.

This month, we are proud to honor Len Weinstein - activist, breast cancer co-survivor, and "Mr. Sports" in the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate volunteer family - with our "Pink Ribbon of the Month." In his devoted breast cancer activism, Len exemplifies LIVING THE PROMISE to the utmost degree, demonstrating outstanding ingenuity, initiative, resourcefulness and love for his community. His clear passion for the Komen vision of a world without breast cancer, as well as outstanding ability to embrace all generations in the breast cancer movement, is an inspiration for us all.

To all our dear friends that make up the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate Family:

This message to you has but one purpose: ASSURANCE.

To say that the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate is "Tickled Pink!" by the premier Susan G. Komen Philadelphia Teens for the Cure® event is a definite understatement.

The amazing 2009 Philadelphia Tickled Pink! event - which united approximately 450 moms and teens and raised more than $100,000 for the breast cancer movement - all started with one teen, Eliza Davis.

We didn't know how Jay Roseman and his loyal team at Classic Cake would top last year's "Share a Piece of the Hope" creation - in which they presented a 6-foot-tall celebration cake and fed thousand of survivors with sweet perfection. We didn't know HOW, but, we did know, they WOULD.

Having just wrapped up the most successful Komen Philadelphia Pink Tie Ball® in the event's eight-year history, we could think of no more worthy recipient of this month's Pink Ribbon award than the extraordinary team at the Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia Hotel. From the moment the Pink Tie Ball was just a dream in our eyes, the Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia not only embraced the idea, they MADE the event the premier happening of the city's fall social season.

The Komen Philadelphia Affiliate is thrilled to announce that the 2nd Annual Robbins Diamonds Diamond Dash raised more than $4,300 in just about two hours on October 31. We sincerely thank Jerry Robbins, SCVNGR Pro and the 500+ couples who came out on a rainy Halloween morning prepared to hunt for the diamond and make a substantial contribution to the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate.

It was a great night for CBS 3 when The Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the National Television Academy presented the 2009 Mid-Atlantic Emmy Awards on Saturday, September 26th.

The Komen Philadelphia Affiliate is proud to applaud the AWARE Foundation for their most recent initiative to empower youngsters in the breast cancer movement -- Turn the Talk Pink. And, we encourage the entire Komen Philadelphia Affiliate family to not only "talk the talk," but embrace it as a powerful opportunity for both children and parents to gain the upper hand against breast cancer.

The Komen Philadelphia Affiliate extends our deepest appreciation to the Williamson sisters for helping assure our 2009 Pink Tie Ball® was undeniably an "Affair To Be Remembered," by transforming the Ritz-Carton Ballroom into a beautiful, elegant hope-filled atmosphere. The four sisters, founders, owners, designers and operators of Affairs To Be Remembered, Inc., located in Broomall, PA truly embraced the challenge of decorating THE charity event of Philadelphia's fall social season.

The Komen Philadelphia Affiliate thanks everyone who volunteered, donated and participated to make the 2009 Komen Philadelphia Pink Tie Ball® a fabulous success. In fact, despite these challenging economic times, the event raised more money than any other in our eight-year history-coming in at OVER one-half million dollars!

The Philadelphia Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is proud to give our first "Pink Powerhouse" shout-out of the 2010 Race season to the Team from Council Rock High School South! Located in Holland, PA, this ambitious high school team has already hosted their first team fundraiser, generating more than $300 to support the Komen vision of a world without breast cancer.

RACE DAY SURVIVOR & SPONSOR BREAKFAST 

• Includes pre-paid pickup and last-chance registration for survivors
• Served from 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM in the Survivor/Sponsor Tent (base of the Art Museum steps)
• Bring a guest using the pink guest ticket on your Race bib
  

The Komen Philadelphia Affiliate is thrilled to welcome back Thriftway & Shop 'n Bag as the sponsor of our 2010 Race Day Survivor and Sponsor Breakfast. Our 2009 Race "Rookie of the Year" honoree, the Thriftway & Shop 'n Bag team did a stellar job for their Breakfast premier in every aspect - from preparation and service, to an amazing selection of the freshest fruits, pastries, beverages and more. And now they've gotten us excited with plans in the works to do it all again.... including some new features.

It's rare that the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate honors an individual with our Pink Ribbon of the Month. Perhaps that is because it is rare we have an individual who almost single handedly set in motion a plan that is revolutionizing a key dynamic in the success of the Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure®!

Thank You For Celebrating National Breast Cancer Awareness Month With Your Komen Philadelphia Affiliate Family!

With our deepest  gratitude, we thank all the activists, supporters and friends throughout the 13-counties of the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate service area who have filled the month with fabulous opportunities for all generations to:

• Generate awareness for the breast cancer movement

• Empower the Komen vision of a world without breast cancer

• Have fun & come together with their neighbors

• Unite with entire nation in the single mission to end breast cancer

Top Evaluation Applauds Fiscal Soundness, Sustainability of Programs
Susan G. Komen for the Cure has received Charity Navigator's highest rating of four stars for the third year in a row. With this rating, Susan G. Komen for the Cure becomes one of only twelve percent of the approximately 5,400 charities that Charity Navigator evaluates which has received at least three consecutive four-star ratings.

We are pleased to share with the entire Komen Philadelphia Affiliate family an exciting announcement that, once again, demonstrates the leadership of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® in the global battle against breast cancer. Our founder, Ambassador Nancy G. Brinker, recently receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom - our nation's highest civilian honor - in a ceremony at the White House on August 12. She joins a prestigious group of medal honorees that includes Desmond Tutu, Senator Edward Kennedy, and physicist Stephen Hawking.

The grassroots activism that makes Susan G. Komen for the Cure a worldwide leader is definitely going strong throughout the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate service area. The ongoing efforts of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, led by its Business Manager, John Dougherty, create an excellent example. 

Chapman Autogroup Empowers The Breast Cancer Movement With The $100,000 Chapman Platinum Challenge

Local auto dealer group donates three-year lease on a new Ford Fusion to motivate pledge-raising for the 2010 Susan G. Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure^®

Local Lexus Dealers Empower Breast Cancer Movement As The Premier Auction Partner For The Komen Philadelphia Pink Tie Ball^®

The Philadelphia Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure recently made the official announcement naming the Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware Lexus Dealers as the Premier Auction Partner for the 2009 Komen Philadelphia Pink Tie Ball.^® Thanks to the generosity of the Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware Lexus Dealers, guests of the Pink Tie Ball will enjoy a number of unprecedented highlights this year, including the first time a Lexus has been on the event's live auction block, and the opportunity to bid on the all-new Lexus IS Convertible.

Romanticize... Socialize... Visualize... Patronize... At The Komen Philadelphia Pink Tie Ball®.

Two Days, Two Districts, One Home-run Success for Cancer Cure!

The Philadelphia Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure extends our deepest appreciation to the Medford Township, NJ Police Officers Association and the Lumberton Township Police Department Fraternal Order of Police for "battling it out" against each other in order to empower us all in to "battle" breast cancer.

The Philadelphia Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is proud to name the Philadelphia area-based Leslie Carroll Designs as the exclusive jewelry provider for the 8th Annual Komen Philadelphia Pink Tie Ball. Twenty-five exclusive Leslie Carroll creations will be available in the event's silent auction.

The grassroots activism that makes Susan G. Komen for the Cure a worldwide leader is definitely going strong throughout the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate service area. The ongoing efforts of Temple University football, led by head coach Al Golden and his wife, Kelly, create an excellent example.  

Salon L'Etoile: Alternative Hair, Amazing Heart

Nineteen years ago, Mel Silverman, Co-owner of Salon L'Etoile & Spa in Jenkintown, PA, sat in his breakfast room making thousands of pink ribbons for distribution at the first Susan G. Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure.®  At this year's Race, Mel watched with pride as one of his clients took her place in the breast cancer survivors Parade of Pink, not hiding her head bald from treatment, but proudly displaying her pink wig, made possible by Mel.

The 13th Annual Celebrate Life luncheon was, once again, the memorable, cherished tradition envisioned by the original designers of this event. We had approximately 1000 guests, including our 38 survivor honorees and their presenters. To start, the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate must acknowledge CIGNA for once again being the event sponsor. Even with the challenging economy, this caring, generous company keeps this tradition alive - a very strong testament to their dedication to a cure.

We are proud to announce that participants at the 2009 Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure, kept our Dietz & Watson "Big Pig" well fed and happy on Mother's Day morning, generating approximately $45,000 from Race-day deposits and pre-Race fundraising.  

The grassroots activism that makes Susan G. Komen for the Cure a worldwide leader is definitely going strong throughout the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate service area. The ongoing efforts by The Star Group create an excellent example.  

Hundreds of Komen Philadelphia/Dietz & Watson pink piggybanks blanket the community to help empower the community's fight against breast cancer

Local researchers will try to discover the best methods for predicting what types of breast cancer may affect different patients and treatments best tailored for them, thanks to funding from Susan G. Komen for the Cure.®

Call for the Cure, CBS 3's five-hour on-air fundraiser for the upcoming Susan G. Komen Philadelphia Race for the Cure (Mother's Day, May 10th), raised $164,784 for breast cancer research, education and outreach tonight during its live broadcast from the station's High Definition Broadcast Center in the Spring Garden section of the City.

The grassroots activism that makes Susan G. Komen for the Cure a worldwide leader is definitely going strong in the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate service area. The ongoing efforts by the Jane Lopoten School of Dance create an excellent example.

Globally, a case of breast cancer is diagnosed every twenty-nine seconds. And, while the fight against the disease is far from over in the U.S., the numbers are even more discouraging internationally. In South Africa, for instance, only 5% of breast cancer cases are detected in the earliest, most treatable stage-compared to 50% of the cases in the U.S.