Thursday, December 15, 2011

Bosom Buddies Beneficiary of Purina Mills Pink 50 Benefit Trail Ride

by jmcq on December 15, 2011

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By Becky Chase, President

The equine community has been very supportive of the breast cancer community. Bosom Buddies was honored to be the beneficiary of the proceeds from the second annual Purina Mills Pink 50 Benefit Trail Ride.  “We are thrilled to be selected as the recipients of this trail ride. Even though I could not attend due to a scheduling conflict, my husband Bill Chase was there to represent this wonderful organization. It is certainly a case of women helping women.”, states President, Becky Chase. “The $3000 in proceeds from this ride , will help us continue to provide valuable services to those diagnosed with breast cancer. We are very grateful to Stephanie Maclean, of Purina Mills, and all of those in the equine community who donated valuable products and services to make this trail ride such a success.

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Wilma Clifford receives 2011 Dee Courtwright volunteer of the year award

by jmcq on December 15, 2011

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By Becky Chase, President

On October 29, 2011, Bosom Buddies of Arizona honored Wilma Clifford, Vice President of Finance, with its Dee Courtwright volunteer of the year award at its annual volunteer  appreciation luncheon. President, Becky Chase, “Wilma is one of our greatest assets. Along with her duties as treasurer, she has worn many hats. She has represented Bosom Buddies at many community events, been our unofficial photographer, assembled packets, mailed numerous packages, performed countless other duties, and donated countless hours to Bosom Buddies.  It is an honor to be working with her.

Also honored at this year’s luncheon was Susanne Stacy, Bosom Buddies Community Donations manager, who was honored with  the  Spirit of Caring Award and Steve Davis, Walgreens store manager and community leader, who was honored as Advocate of the Year.

This year’s luncheon held at Scottsdale Gainey Ranch Golf Club was our most successful appreciation luncheon , with 130 people in attendance.  Our speaker Michelle May MD, did a great presentation on “Eat Mindfully, Live Vibrantly “, her “prescription for optimal health of the body, mind, heart, and spirit.” Attendees received a copy of her book. “Eat What You Love Love What You Eat”

Bosom Buddies honored its cadre of over 50 volunteers:  our board of directors, our hotline/office call volunteers, our breast cancer support group facilitators, our community health fair volunteers, and specialty  events volunteers.  Along with our volunteers special recognition was given to our corporate partners: Sterling and Baxter, STS Arizona Consolidation Inc. Frys Stores, Purina Mills, Walgreens, and Savers.

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Bosom Buddies of Arizona Launches Online newsletter

by jmcq on December 15, 2011

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Want up to date information on what’s happening in the world of breast cancer? Subscribe to our recently launched online newsletter Bosom Buddies Advocacy Outlook. Contact us at info@bosombuddies-az.org if you would like to receive this newsletter.

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Circle of Help Advanced Breast Cancer Support Group Joins Bosom Buddies of Arizona

December 15, 2011

Bosom Buddies is now offering support for those with advanced or recurrent breast cancer. We at  Bosom Buddies recognize the support needs for those diagnosed with advanced or recurrent breast cancer are often markedly different from those who are newly diagnosed.  We are excited to welcome Circle of Help to our family of breast cancer [...]

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