DECEMBER, 2011
Thank you to Karen and John Gilmour who instead of gifts this year at their Christmas Party asked for donations to Shades of Pink Foundation ........
OCTOBER, 2011
Macomb Mustangs “PIN
K OUT” for Shades of Pink Foundation
You might consider it divine intervention but Kathy Negro came to us through a visit to her doctor’s office, saw us on television (Fox 2 news) and then she was hooked. In less than six weeks she and the Macomb Mustangs football family pulled off a great “Pink Out” weekend. The cheerleaders and football players sported donated pink jerseys, and, in return, parents were asked for a donation to Shades of Pink. They spent two full days at a booth for all 7 games, selling mini footballs, pins, and tattoos. They sold pink lemonade, pink cupcakes and suckers at their refreshment stand. The stadium was decorated with a large balloon arch and balloons throughout the stadium. Breast cancer survivors were honored at the coin toss for every game and a balloon release at half time. Karen Bourlier, President for Shades of Pink attended a football game to pick up the check and was stunned to learn that they raised $4000 for our very special women. Thank you so much to Kathy & Ken Negro and the Macomb Mustang family for supporting the mission of the Shades of Pink Foundation in such a fun and generous way. Hope we can do this again next year.
OCTOBER, 2011
- See Pam Strauch from Lolly Ella and Karen Bourlier from Shades of Pink Foundation on myFOXdetroit discussing their October benefit kick-off - click here to view video (you may need to enable pop-ups).
For the fourth year in a row the Shades of Pink Foundation started out Breast Cancer Awareness Month in partnership with Lolly Ella Jewelry in West Bloomfield. The day started early at Fox 2 News with Karen Bourlier, President, Pamela Stauch, Lolly Ella being interviewed by Deena Centofanti. We were able to share the story of the Shades of Pink foundation while going through a great display of the latest jewelry trends. Back at the store a line was forming – customers waiting to support Shades of Pink with the purchase of a special breast cancer bracelet and many other great jewelry pieces and accessories. A percentage of the day’s sale and proceeds from the bracelet is coming to support the foundation. Thanks to Pamela, Erica, Michelle, Danielle, Janet, Don and Chris for putting together such a great day. Can’t wait to start planning our five year event!
AUGUST, 2011
Flemings Steakhouse in Livonia and Peter Travis, operating partner, hosted the Shades of Pink Foundation at one of their Summer of Giving events. Guests enjoyed a special selection of wines paired with appetizers from their Flemings Chefs. Thank you to all who attended and bid on our fun baskets.
SUMMER, 2011
The AEES Synergy Team in Farmington Hills held a “Jeans Day” and raffles to support the Shades of Pink Foundation with a check for $580. We would like to thank Stacy Todd and the Synergy Team from AEES for thinking of us and the women we support!
MAY, 2011
Southgate Figure Skating Booster club has a banquet each year and picks a charity to support. This year SFSBC picked the Shades of Pink Foundation to honor a wonderful young lady, Dianna Mims. She is the sister of Deanna Dembrosky, the aunt of Carson, a skater and a friend to many of the members of the club. When we started planning the banquet Dianna was in a two year battle of fighting breast cancer. Last spring Dianna, along with her niece Tiffany and friends walked at the Shades of Pink zoo walk. Unfortunately this year Dianna was too weak to walk at the zoo and her family and friends walked in the cold rainy day for her. This banquet was all set for May 4th. We wanted to honor Dianna for her fight with the terrible disease, but sadly on May 1st, Dianna lost her battle. She was only 33 years old. SFSBC had the banquet. We made pink hair flowers to sell and members made donations in Dianna’s name. We made $1150 and we are giving it to Shades of Pink in memory of Dianna Mims, a wonderful woman we lost too young.
APRIL, 2011
Emerson Middle School in Livonia held their annual Charity Week and named the Shades of Pink Foundation as one of their five recipients. Students and staff were able to participate in a week long spirit/fun days that included Hat Day, Wacky Day, Pink it out day, Comfy day and Hero Day. In order to participate in the “spirit”, students/staff donated $1.00 each day. Thank you to Janice Leach, Student Activity Director and all the great student/staff at Emerson Middle School for supporting the Shades of Pink Foundation.
JANUARY, 2011
Wild Birds Unlimited, Royal Oak hosted a Wine and Appetizer event on January 23rd. One of the featured speakers was Janet Macunovich, well known Master Gardener, spoke on planting for birds. Catherine Connelly and Sue Kempinski Hennessey read from and autographed their book “The Nature of Poetry – Poems for the Season”. A portion of the proceeds were donated to the Shades of Pink Foundation. Thanks LuAnn and Steve.
OCTOBER, 2010
Kevin Green, Hockey coach from Warren Mott and Laura Majewski, Hockey mom, put on the First Annual Bill Majewski Showcase Charity Fundraiser. The leadership classes at Warren Mott, Cousino and Sterling Heights High Schools got together selling tickets, collecting donations and selling t-shirts for this hockey event. All proceeds from this event were donated to Shades of Pink. Thanks to all who participated – hope to see you again next year!
OCTOBER, 2010
Shades of Pink Foundation started out Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a Wine & Cheese Private Reception at Lolly Ella Jewelry store in West Bloomfield. Thanks to Pamela, Erica, Michelle, Danielle, Janet, Don and Chris for putting together such a great party. Our guests had fun shopping, eating and visiting. They really enjoyed the special breast cancer ribbon cookies that were designed and baked by Sharon Keiffer. We unveiled the custom designed necklace, by Link Wachler – 100% of the proceeds from the sale of the necklace will go to the Shades of Pink Foundation. Click here to see the pictures from this event.
OCTOBER, 2010
Aditya Birla Minacs of Farmington Hills raised money for Shades of Pink Foundation by holding a Blue Monday Charity Jeans day on October 11 at her work. Employees made a donation so they could wear jeans to work. Than
a Minacs of Farmington Hills raised money for Shades of Pink by holding a Blue Monday Charity Jeans day on October 11. Employees made a donation so they could wear jeans to work Aditya Birla Minacs of Farmington Hills raised money for Shades of Pink by holding a Blue Monday Charity Jeans day on October 11. Employees made a donation so they could wear jeans toFEBRUARY, 2010
Toby Haberman and her staff at Habermans Fabrics in Royal hosted the 13th Annual Superbowl Widows retreat that benefited the Shades of Pink Foundation. Dr Pamela Benitez introduced the Shades of Pink Foundation to those in attendance along with the advances in breast cancer and prevention recommendations. The ladies also got some guidance that will assist if they are called in to watch the superbowl. Following the presentation the ladies where off and sewing, eating and enjoying their day at Haberman's.
FEBRUARY, 2010
Vanessa Mona honored her guests in attendance at her Bridal Shower with a donation to the Shades of Pink Foundation - Thanks Vanessa
DECEMBER, 2009
We received a surprise holiday gift when the president opened this email "Your foundation was recognized by the Radiation Therapists at Henry Ford Macomb, where my wife works. I am on a family foundation called the Raymond C and Anna T Johnson Foundation. Currently the board members are soliciting grant proposals for the year end 2009. The board would like to understand specific needs of your organization in which the foundation could support through a grant."
