Welcome Letter

This October marks the 26th anniversary of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time that people across the world pause to recognize or honor the breast cancer survivors they have known, or to support others currently battling the disease. There are lots of ways to get involved in the fight against breast cancer this month, and we hope you’ll consider taking part in Boot Breast Cancer Night, Condos for the Cure or Hockey Fights Cancer, just to name a few of the events happening in Columbus in the next couple of weeks.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure® has come a long way in those 25 years, including becoming the world’s largest breast cancer organization in the world. Here’s a snapshot of how the organization has grown, thanks to the support of our thousands of dedicated and motivated volunteers.

- Since its inception in 1982 and thanks to millions of generous donors, Susan G. Komen for the Cure has invested more than $1.5 billion for research, education and health services. Donate today and join the fight.

- In October of 1983, the Race for the Cure was held for the first time in Dallas, Texas, where 800 people participated. (The 18th Annual Race for the Cure in Columbus had 50,396 participants.)

- In 2010, Susan G. Komen for the Cure received Charity Navigator’s highest rating – four stars – for the fourth consecutive year.

Thanks for your continued support throughout the entire year and during National Breast Cancer Awarenss Month.

Becca, Beth, Jill, Katie, Megan and Natalie
The Staff of Komen Columbus

Komen Columbus Race for the Cure®

The 19th Annual Komen Columbus Race for the Cure will take place in downtown Columbus on May 14, 2011. Think it's too early to start thinking about your Race team? Watch for a special Race registration announcement coming later this month!

Also make sure to check out our Flickr album for all 2010 Race for the Cure pictures.

Komen Columbus News and Events

Yoplait Save Lids to Save Lives
Those pink Yoplait lids are back! For every yogurt lid turned in by December 10, Yoplait will donate 10 cents to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Last year Komen Columbus received $14,000 from this promotion - will you help us increase that number this year? Send all clean, pink lids to our office at 855 Grandview Ave., Ste. 250, Columbus, OH 43215. The pink lids will be available in stores until October 31.

Cheryl's&Co.
Purchase cookies from the "Pink Bow Box Collection" during the month of October and Cheryl's will donate 10 percent of proceeds to Komen Columbus. Shop in-store or online.  

Carroll's Jewelers
Shop at Carroll's Jewelers in Marion during October and 5 percent of your purchases will benefit Komen Columbus. 

Sephora Grand Opening
Help us celebrate the grand opening of Sephora inside JCPenney at the Tuttle Crossing Mall on Friday, October 1 from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. and register to win fantastic prizes from Photography by Amy Rebecca, COSI, The Tipsy Bar and Grill, Cazuela's Grill, Real Life Total Fitness and more.

Boot Breast Cancer with the Columbus Crew
Join OhioHealth and the Columbus Crew for "Boot Breast Cancer Night" on Saturday, October 2 as the Crew battles the San Jose Earthquakes. Discounted tickets are available by order form.

Condos for the Cure
Join ABC6/FOX 28’s Maria Durant for Condos for the Cure on Sunday, October 3 from 3–6 p.m. Maria will help kick off the Survivor and Friends Walk around the beautiful Glenealy Property at 3:30 p.m. followed by an open house featuring light hors d’oeuvres and demonstrations by Mukha Custom Cosmetics and Medi-Spa, Over my Head Wig and Hat Boutique, and a local massage therapist. The event is free and will be held at the Villas at Glenealy Clubhouse, 6315 Donegan Way, Dublin, OH 43016.

Try It On for the Cure® 2010 
On Sunday, October 3, Coldwater Creek will donate to Komen $1 for each consumer who tries on clothing at any Coldwater Creek store and will also donate 10 percent of each retail sales purchase. In addition, from October 3 to October 31, Coldwater Creek will donate to Komen $1.84 for each specially-marked individual pink, black onyx and mother-of-pearl bracelet sold and $0.64 for each two-pack of bracelets sold. Happy shopping!

Buca di Bepo
Enjoy a delicious meal at Buca di Bepo on Tuesday, October 5 and 20 percent of your purchases at either the Worthington or Downtown locations will benefit local breast cancer education, screening and treatment services in Central and Southeastern Ohio. Make sure to bring this flyer with you.

Faith in Pink
Want to promote breast health awareness at your place of worship? We’re promoting this year’s Faith In Pink Program for Sunday, October 17, but can provide materials for any day that works for your congregation. This is a great way to educate members of your congregation on breast health and breast cancer while celebrating survivors. We will provide breast health information packets and can provide program information that can be easily tailored to your individual needs.

If you would like to request materials for a Faith In Pink program at your church, temple or other faith-based organization, please complete this short survey or contact us.


Marathon for the Cure
Cheer on members of the inaugural Marathon for the Cure team at the Columbus Marathon and Half Marathon on Sunday, October 17.

Columbus Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery
Columbus Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery will hold a “Beautiful Skin for a Cure” event at its office (4971 Arlington Centre, Upper Arlington) on Tuesday, October 19. The event is an open house from 5-8 pm with a program beginning at 5:30 pm.  Ten percent of net sales and services from the event will be donated to Komen Columbus.

On the Border
Also on Tuesday, October 19, On the Border (Morse Rd. location only) will donate 10 percent of all food and beverage sales to Komen Columbus. Grab your amigos and amigas for some good Mexican food while supporting a great cause!

Central Ohio Plastic Surgery
On Thursday, October 21, Central Ohio Plastic Surgery will donate 25 percent of all products and services sold to Komen Columbus. Call 740-653-5064 to book your appointment at the 135 N. Ewing Street location in Lancaster.

Hockey Fights Cancer
Think pink and show your Blue Jackets Pride as the home team takes on the Calgary Flames on Friday, October 22, for the annual Hockey Fights Cancer night. Discounted tickets are available and $7 from each ticket will benefit Komen Columbus. Click here to download the ticket order form.

Tucci's Wood-Fired Bistro
Treat your tastebuds to the Wine and food tasting at Tucci's Wood Fired Bistro on Friday, October 22 and Saturday, October 23 from 5:00-9:00 each night. Tickets are $35 per person per night and a portion of the proceeds will benefit breast cancer education, screening and treatment services in Central and Southeastern Ohio. Guests will be able to try more than 30 different wines while Chef Bradley Balch serves some of his top creations. Guests can purchase tickets at the restaurant anytime before the event or over the phone.

Israel Race for the Cure
Participate virtually in the historic first Susan G. Komen Israel Race for the Cure® in Jerusalem on Thursday, October 28. Visit www.komen.org/israel to register now. This historic first Israel Race for the Cure will be held around the walls of Old Jerusalem with Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat as host and in partnership with Hadassah®, the Women’s Zionist Organization of America. Click here for more information.

Kroger Community Rewards
Thanks to everyone who participated in the Kroger Community Rewards Program. Even if you were enrolled in the program last year, you’ll need to re-enroll this year. Please follow these easy steps to ensure you’re a part of the program and earning money for local breast cancer education, screening and treatment programs while you shop.

Outreach Events

Interested in attending a program on survivorship or helping out with a service program in the community? Check out our list of upcoming events sponsored by Komen Columbus Grant Programs and be sure to visit our web site for more outreach events.

Event Name: OhioHealth Multi-Specialty Second Opinion Clinic - Breast Cancer Clinic
Date: Wednesdays
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Riverside Hospital, 3535 Olentangy River Road
Description: Clinic is open to anyone with a positive diagnosis of breast cancer who would like a second professional medical opinion.
Contact Info: Call to schedule an appointment, (614) 566-4321.

Event: Journaling your Breast Cancer Journey
Date: Saturday Mornings
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Grady Memorial Hospital, Delaware County
Description: Instructor Kim Byerly is an Art Educator & Breast Cancer Survivor
Explore color, texture, bookbinding and journaling in this fun three-session class. All levels of ability are invited to paint beautiful papers, learn several amazing book structures and finish them by adding words, doodles, images, etc of your personal journey. Dress for mess.

Event: You Are Not Alone – On-going Support Groups for Young Women Facing Breast Cancer
Date: First 3 Tuesdays of every month
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: YSC Central Ohio Office, 7716 Rivers Edge Drive, Suite A, Columbus OH  43235
Contact: Christine Walker, Support Group Facilitator, 614-470-0300, ysccentralohio@youngsurvival.org
Details/Registration Info: These monthly support groups are for young women diagnosed with breast cancer. Join at any time, please call or email to register and for more information. 

Event: Aquatic Exercise Program
Date: October 4-November 4, Mondays and Thursdays
Time: 6:00- 7:00 p.m.
Location: Columbus School for Girls
Contact: Sharon Inzetta, RN, MS, 614-234-8124

Event: Asian Screening & Health Education Program
Date: October 9
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: La Herba Buena, 6731 Dublin Center Dr., Dublin, Ohio 43017
Contact: Menchie Rivera 614 888-0734 or 614 336- 8783   
Details/Eligibility: Are you 35 years old and over? Never had a mammogram before? No diagnosed breast problems? No health insurance? Live in Central Ohio? Filipino or Asian woman ? IF YES, then you are eligible!!!

Event: Survivor Arm Clinics for Lymphedema Prevention and Treatment
Date: October 12 and November 9
Time: 9 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.: Individual appointment time needs to be scheduled.
Location: Jan’s Place Mount Carmel St.Ann’s
Contact: Sharon Inzetta, RN, MS, 614-234-8124
Details: Breast Cancer Survivors who have attended the Look, Listen and Feel Lymphedema Care Class are invited to follow up at our monthly Arm Clinics. Survivors will have an opportunity for:
1. An individualized lymphatic risk assessment
2. To discuss/ practice Manual Lymphatic Massage
3. To discuss the benefits of a compression sleeve and be fitted for a sleeve if ordered by your physician
4. To meet with a dietician for an individualized nutritional counseling session

Event: Fourth Annual Breast Cancer Tea and Style Show
Date: October 17
Time: 1:45 - 5 p.m. (Registration 1:00 p.m.)
Location: Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center, 7033 Glenn Highway, Cambridge, OH 43725.
Contact: Becky Wheeler at 740-439-8156
Details: Breast cancer survivors are invited to come enjoy a fun, free luncheon while watching fellow breast cancer survivors of all ages model the latest fashion styles available at local clothing retailers. Seating is limited; You are invited to bring a guest at no charge; Two additional guests may register at $5.00 each; Registration is required by October 13 by calling 740-439-8156.
Sponsoring Organizations: Southeastern Med & The American Cancer Society

Event: Breast Cancer Screening           
Date: October 21
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Location: Southern Ohio Medical Center, 1121 Kinneys Lane, Portsmouth, Ohio 45662
Contact: Kim Richendollar, 740-356-7465

Event: Look Listen and Feel Lymphedema Care Class                   
Date: October 26
Time: 5:00-7:30 p.m.
Location: Mount Carmel East Women’s Health Center
Contact:  Sharon Inzetta RN, MS, 614-234-8124
Details: Look- Learn to recognize any early signs of lymphedema.
Learn how to reduce your risk for lymphedema and discuss who may benefit from wearing a compression sleeve.
Listen- to our expert nurses Carla Powell and Catherine Shade as they discuss what lymphedema is, how to prevent it from occurring and techniques you may use to control symptoms.
Feel- you will learn how to do Manual Lymph Drainage Exercises to help move your lymph fluid.

Grantee Spotlight

The Columbus Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is now accepting proposals to be considered for 2011-2012 grant funding support of breast health screening, education and treatment programs.

The Request for Proposal and application instructions can be found online here.

The deadline for submission of proposals is December 1, 2010. Proposals must be submitted via hard copy and electronically. This is a competitive grant process and funding is not guaranteed.