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AUGUST 25TH, 2011

Registration NOW OPEN - Breast Health Symposium

symposiumThe Boise Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® hopes to inspire and empower breast cancer survivors and supporters alike by providing an atmosphere of friendship while simultaneously equipping them with valuable knowledge and resources to aid them in their journey. We challenge you to partake in this exclusive and valuable event as an advocate for our cause on September 17th, 2011. Register Today»


Upcoming Events

Calendar IconAs August is coming to a close, we at the Komen Boise Office are wondering: "Is it almost October already??" It seems only yesterday that we had our 13th Annual Race for the Cure!

With October on the horizon, so are a variety of events. Mark your calendars and join us. We hope to see you at some of these important and fun happenings. Learn More»


October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

How will you take Action?

october2As many of you know, October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

In 2011 many of our supporters and advocates are focusing on taking action during this important time.

The Boise Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® hopes to challenge our community to take action in and around October to show your support of our mission to eradicate this disease.

There are many ways you can take action in October. Here are a few ideas:


Swing for the Cure a Success!

swingThank you to all that purchased tickets to participate in the first annual Swing for the Cure Event with the Boise Hawks. Everyone that attended had a blast and we were super excited to see a lot of the fans wearing pink.

Check out the great photo of our survivors who took the field! To see additional photos, click here>>

 


 

VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED IN SEPTEMBER

Komen Boise is seeking, friendly, out-going and fun-loving personalities to volunteer during the month of September at Alive After Five.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure® is the featured non-profit of the month during tips for charity at Alive After Five.

We need 25 volunteers for every Wednesday during the month.

If you are available any Wednesday in September, between the hours of 4:30 PM and 8:30 PM and you are 21 years of age or older, please email Jennifer at jjones@komenboise.org with "Tips for Charity" in the subject line.

Thank you for your help!

Thank you Grantees!
A big thank you extended to all the Grantee Applications received last week. We’re working diligently on reviewing all applications to fund programs that fit our community need.

We look forward to announcing the next round of programs that received funding through our Granting program.

Remember, 75% of funds raised for the Boise Affiliate stay in our 19 county service area. The remaining 25% is sent to national for ground-breaking research grants to help find the cures.

Click here to learn more about our local Grantees and their programs that help save lives. 

Rally for the Cure
Rally for the Cure raises breast cancer awareness through golf, tennis & dining events. More information at www.rallyforthecure.com. 

Go Passionately Pink!
Just wear pink, have fun and raise money to fight breast cancer. Everything you need to know is right here! Learn more»

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Boise Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®
1412 W. Idaho, Suite 200, Boise, ID 83702

Phone: 208-384-0013 · Fax: 208-384-0014 · Email: sgkinfo@komenboise.org
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