Community Events Make a Difference in the Fight Against Cancer
“Runway Mission to Remission” Fashion Show
The inaugural “Runway Mission to Remission” Fashion Show, hosted by Bass Pro Shops, was an amazing success. The show featured cancer survivors and family members of cancer survivors as models. Local celebrities, including Denham Springs Mayor Jimmy Durbin, WAFB Anchors Keitha Nelson and Jeff Morrow, and members of the local police and sheriff departments also participated as models.
Along with the exciting fashion show, the event featured information on cancer screenings, caricatures, a raffle, silent auction and delicious concessions provided by Bass Pro Shops and local businesses.
Proceeds from the event totaled nearly $5,000. These funds will help Mary Bird Perkins continue its mission to increase survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer in our community.
(From left): Event organizers Samantha Stevenson, Tamara Laurie and Lisa Brady with Danielle Mack, Development Officer – Events, Mary Bird Perkins.
Save the Date – VOLLEYBALL FOR A CURE!
Join these schools as they partner together to raise funds to support breast cancer research and awareness during the “Paint the Gym Pink” Volleyball Match.
Tuesday, September 21
St. Joseph’s Academy vs. St. Michael the Archangel High School
At St. Joseph’s Academy
3015 Broussard Street
Baton Rouge, LA
Wednesday, October 6
Dutchtown High School vs. St. Amant High School
At Dutchtown High School
13165 Highway 73
Geismar, LA
For more information on how your school or sports team can join the fight against cancer by hosting a “Sports for a Cure” event, contact Danielle Mack at (225) 215-1248 or dmack@marybird.com.
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