The 5th Annual Breast Cancer Benefit "Breast Fest"was a big success!With a net total of $60,000.00 the 2006 Breast Fest was the biggest to date. The 5K walk contributed substantially to the total with the walkers adding to the total with sponsor money. The team that raised the most was "Pine Island Cove" followed closely by "The Sycamorians" and a team from Plantation called "Team Palm". As in past years the event would not be possible without the generous help of so many people in the Pine Island, Cape Coral, Ft. Myers and Punta Gorda areas. Thank you to all the musicians that donated their time and talent and to the merchants, restaurants, churches and individuals that without whose help the event would not exist. Follow this link for Pictures from Breast Fest 2006!
People often as why we put so much effort into events such as Breast Fest. While there are many reasons occasionally a touching story comes along that puts it all in perspective. This is one of those stories that touch all of us and lets us know that we are doing the right thing. An Open Letter from Bonnie Kellen - Survivor
The most enjoyable part of putting on an event such as the Breast Cancer Benefit is giving the money to a worthy cause after it is all over. At our Volunteer Appreciation Gathering we were privileged to be able to present a check for $50,000.00 to Partners for Breast Cancer Care. They are a unique organization that is worthy of as much help that we can give them as they give back a lot more than they are given. We are proud to be associated with such a wonderful organization.
L to R: Julie Matthews (FOH), Bob Elder (FOH), Janet Darnell (Partners), Gayle Sandhem (Partners), Marci Perry (FOH), Tonya Elder (FOH) |
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The From Our Hearts Fashion Show 2006 was again a great success and a good time was had by all. It was held at the Sandy Hook Restaurant, November 6th and $6,000.00 was raised for Partners for Breast Cancer Care to help in our quest to help those in the greatest need. A dedicated group of walkers delivered the check to Partners by walking the check from Pine Island to Health Park in South Ft. Myers, a distance of 18 miles. Since Partners shares space with Hope Hospice the walk was used as a medium to raise funds for the organization that had touched many of the walkers at some time in their lives. $5,500.00 was donated to Hope Hospice in addition to Partners at the culmination of the long 18 mile walk. Thank you to all that helped make it such a success.
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