I have participated in the Race for the Cure since I was diagnosed with breast cancer over 27 years ago. At the time, my kids were 5 and 7. I was worried that they would have to grow up without a mom. Thankfully, after a year of active treatment (3 surgeries, chemotherapy and radiation) and 5 years of pills, I was in remission, where I have stayed. I was so thankful for the treatments and studies that Komen pioneered which gave me a chance to live long enough to see my kids grow up. I saw both of my kids get married in 2022 and was just recently blessed with my first Grandchild. I feel very lucky to have survived this long. That is why I fundraise for Komen. I want to give every woman/man the chance to not get breast cancer, or to survive it if they do get the dreaded disease. As of now, 1 in 8 women will get breast cancer during their lives.
This year I am also fundraising in honor of my long-time friend and tennis partner, Lee Bremner. She was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year and has had a tough time. The good news is that because I repeatedly encouraged her to get mammograms, she caught it early. (Public Service announcement – Get your mammograms!)
The picture on my page is of me at the last Honor Roll Dinner where I was honored for being a top fundraiser. It is my goal to again be a top fundraiser!
Your support helps us get ONE step closer to a world without breast cancer. Funds raised help support breakthrough research and provide assistance to those facing breast cancer today who need our support. Whether it’s emotional support via Komen’s helpline, financial support through Komen’s treatment assistance program, or help navigating their care journey, Komen will be there for them.
In moments like this, your generosity can make a real difference. Together, let’s show breast cancer patients there’s a whole community standing by their side.
Will you please join me in this fight by making a donation today?
Race for the Cure Alumni
