11.05.12 Walkers raise funds and awareness for Breast Cancer On Saturday March 10th over 200 walkers and volunteers gathered for a good cause. The 2012 ‘Light up the night beach walk’ raised nearly CI$6,000 towards the Breast Cancer Foundation, benefiting local efforts of the Lions Club of Tropical Gardens and the Cayman Islands Cancer Society. Walkers donned glowing t-shirts for the event that set off from Royal Palms to The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman and back again, on a lovely brisk beach walk attended by all ages. At the end of the course participants lit off biodegradable wish lanterns into the sky honouring loved ones who have battled this challenging disease. “Once again the community came together and helped to make this a successful event.” Said Janet Jarchow of the Breast Cancer Foundation. “The wish lanterns gave purpose to the walk. It was incredibly moving and powerful to feel the spirit, stories and emotions with the lift off of each lantern. We are thankful to everyone who contributed, enabling us to assist the community in the fight against breast cancer.” In addition to the annual beach walk The Breast Cancer Foundation also hosts The Breast Cancer Gala, which is among the most anticipated black tie events of the year, including tremendous guest speakers, auctions and entertainment. The Gala will take place on Saturday October 13th, 2012 at The Ritz-Carlton. Contributions and donations to the Foundation are also gratefully accepted year round. The main goals of The Breast Cancer Foundation aim to raise awareness about breast cancer in the community, ensure the importance and education of early detection, as well as provide the necessary access to the care that might be required by a breast cancer patient. Our local survivors are proof that we can overcome this battle with breast cancer and win. The funds raised at events such as ‘Light up the night beach walk’ take us one step closer to overcoming this fight. The Breast Cancer Foundation would like to thank event sponsors Chrissie Tomlinson Memorial Hospital, Caymanian Compass, RE/MAX Cayman Islands, Royal Palms and The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, in addition to all event volunteers who helped make the event a success.  

11.05.12 The Fifth Annual Breast Cancer Gala Dinner: Save The Date The Breast Cancer Gala is one of Grand Cayman’s most anticipated Pink Tie fundraising events. Planning is already under way for the 2012 Gala, which promises to be even more spectacular than previous years! Save the date for the 5th annual Gala, to be held at the Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman on October 13th. Tickets will be on sale for CI$195 and will be available early summer….but it’s never too early to make your reservation! The 2011 Gala raised over CI$110,000 towards Breast Cancer patients and projects in the Cayman Islands. “Proceeds of the Gala enable us to help even more patients and continue our support of breast cancer awareness and education.” Said Kim Lund, Director of the Breast Cancer Foundation. There is never a dull moment at the Gala with entertainment ranging from charity auctions, live music and an exceptional keynote speaker, to be announced in the coming weeks. Please visit the Breast Cancer Foundation website at www.beastcancerfoundation.ky, or email info@breastcancerfoundation.ky for further detail on ticket reservations and sponsorship information.  

27.04.12 2012  'Light up the Night - Breast Cancer Beach Walk'