P.I.A.P. is putting together a team of runners, walkers and even sleepers to join forces in the Global Race for the Cure on Saturday, June 5, 2010. Join our team at http://globalrace.info-komen.org/goto/PIAP.
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Monday, May 3, 2010
Monday, March 1, 2010
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Happy Birthday Kim!
Today marks the anniversary of Kim's birth and death. We want to sincerely thank you for your support in keeping her memory alive.
To help us celebrate her life, we'd like you to do us a small favor. Kim was an avid music lover. Rarely could you find her without her iPod. A big fan of Hip Hop and R&B, Kim could often be found off in her own little world, happily getting lost in song. No matter she was, when “her song” came on, she would smile from ear to ear and rock her body to the beat of the music. As members of our extended family, we’d like you to take a couple of minutes to celebrate her life with us. Sit back, relax and get lost in the words and rhythm of your favorite song.
And most importantly, don’t forget to fill your day with a smile!
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To help us celebrate her life, we'd like you to do us a small favor. Kim was an avid music lover. Rarely could you find her without her iPod. A big fan of Hip Hop and R&B, Kim could often be found off in her own little world, happily getting lost in song. No matter she was, when “her song” came on, she would smile from ear to ear and rock her body to the beat of the music. As members of our extended family, we’d like you to take a couple of minutes to celebrate her life with us. Sit back, relax and get lost in the words and rhythm of your favorite song.
And most importantly, don’t forget to fill your day with a smile!
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Winter Volunteer Drive
Please join us at our Winter Volunteer Drive at 2 PM on Saturday, January 30, 2010. We are in need of both one-time and dedicated volunteers. There are a variety of positions we are looking to fill. We look forward to seeing you there! Details below...
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Wednesday, December 30, 2009
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It's Never Too Late to Make a Difference
As 2009 winds to a close, we want to take this opportunity to thank you for your support of Pink Isn't Always Pretty, Inc. This time last year, my family and I were still in shock at the prospect of a new year without our beloved Kimmy. In an effort to make the new year more meaningful, and with the help of a few close family friends, we have made this a monumental year for both our family and the organization we humbly began in Kim's honor.
We began by putting together a dedicated and well-rounded team of individuals to serve as members of the board of directors. We then incorporated and officially filed for 501c(3) status. And just 54 days after incorporating, we hosted the 2nd Annual Pink Party to raise awareness in the Virginia, D.C. and Maryland metropolitan area. Since then, we've built partnerships with several organizations including Army of Women, a joint project by the Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation and the Avon Foundation, and F.O.R.C.E., an organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. These accomplishments would not have been possible without your support.
Since the beginning, our goal has been to work diligently to fulfill the dire need for a greater focus on breast cancer as it effects communities of color across America. Through our 5 tenets of early education, support, wellness, expression and quality of life, we have set an ambitious goal that will make a lasting impact in the prevention of breast cancer and provide a network of resources for those affected by the disease.
Somewhere in America today, a young woman of color has heard of the new study suggesting that women should wait until age 50 to get mammograms. The study generated a great deal of controversy over how to effectively manage the average woman's risk of breast cancer. Yet the information stands in stark contrast from what we know to be true for women of color: they are not average. Before this announcement, women of color would already be 34% more likely to die of breast cancer. Unfortunately, for this group of women, having breast cancer at a younger age is markedly more significant.
This is a reality that we must face squarely. With our tenet of early education we are prepared to spread the message cross communities of color that this statistic holds a different truth for us. But we need your help. A simple donation of $25 or $50 will go a long way in educating young women of color on the importance of early detection in the fight against breast cancer.
We know that in this holiday season many pockets are stretched. However, we hope that you can join us in giving the gift of life and hope to those who need it. It's never too late to make a difference. End the year with the bang!
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We began by putting together a dedicated and well-rounded team of individuals to serve as members of the board of directors. We then incorporated and officially filed for 501c(3) status. And just 54 days after incorporating, we hosted the 2nd Annual Pink Party to raise awareness in the Virginia, D.C. and Maryland metropolitan area. Since then, we've built partnerships with several organizations including Army of Women, a joint project by the Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation and the Avon Foundation, and F.O.R.C.E., an organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. These accomplishments would not have been possible without your support.
Since the beginning, our goal has been to work diligently to fulfill the dire need for a greater focus on breast cancer as it effects communities of color across America. Through our 5 tenets of early education, support, wellness, expression and quality of life, we have set an ambitious goal that will make a lasting impact in the prevention of breast cancer and provide a network of resources for those affected by the disease.
Somewhere in America today, a young woman of color has heard of the new study suggesting that women should wait until age 50 to get mammograms. The study generated a great deal of controversy over how to effectively manage the average woman's risk of breast cancer. Yet the information stands in stark contrast from what we know to be true for women of color: they are not average. Before this announcement, women of color would already be 34% more likely to die of breast cancer. Unfortunately, for this group of women, having breast cancer at a younger age is markedly more significant.
This is a reality that we must face squarely. With our tenet of early education we are prepared to spread the message cross communities of color that this statistic holds a different truth for us. But we need your help. A simple donation of $25 or $50 will go a long way in educating young women of color on the importance of early detection in the fight against breast cancer.
We know that in this holiday season many pockets are stretched. However, we hope that you can join us in giving the gift of life and hope to those who need it. It's never too late to make a difference. End the year with the bang!
Thursday, December 10, 2009
We Need You
As we gear up for next year, P.I.A.P. needs your help. We're already developing a planning committee for next year's pink party which was a huge success. We're also incorporating several other events into our calendar this year. So, please, help us make a difference. Volunteer.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Breast Cancer Screening Age Pushed Back...and the fight for early detection took a step back right along with it...
As you may have heard, a new study was just released by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force about the the minimal impact breast cancer screening has before age 50. The recent news about the breast screening has caused a great deal of controversy with organizations such as the American Cancer Society strongly disapproving the recommendation for women to begin breast cancer screening a decade later (absent high risk factors).
MSBNC's Today Show had a brief story on the change this morning...
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While there was much to be said about the advancement of science and how money could be better spent, there was little said about the impact this will have on early detection. For years, breast cancer organizations have been pushing the impact of early detection. You've heard the messages:
Do your self breast exams. Get your mammograms. Know your body.
And now, in the name of science, we're telling women, "it really doesn't make a difference" or "it has a minimal impact." I'm not sure what a "minimal impact" is when it comes to the difference between life and death. What I do know is that I come from the school of thought that it's better to be safe than sorry. And if it means that even one life is saved, I don't think that a women should stop taking these steps towards early detection (even if it does costs the insurance companies a few more dollars).
Monday, October 5, 2009
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