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Patient Assistance Funds, desperately needed!

Posted on: January 24th, 2011 by Erin Kieper

For those of us who are healthy or relatively so, the term patient assistance fund probably sounds foreign and possibly unwarranted. For those who have chronic conditions or a diagnosis of a life changing disease, these funds can bridge the gap between making a mortgage payment, staying on treatment, feeding the family, buying medications, keeping the lights on, or not. Where does this money come from? For Cancer Lifeline, it comes from donations, grants and working with different government agencies and companies to reduce what is owed and helping patients focus on their health instead of bills.

Cancer Lifeline has a 37 year track record in our community and during the past year the calls to their Lifeline have increased by 40% over prior year. The help they provide covers the patient financial navigation, patient and family support, the 24 hour Lifeline, exercise and nutrition classes and the “share the care” program. Cancer Lifeline is one amazing nonprofit group working tirelessly to keep cancer patients focused on their health and treatment.

The Annual Luncheon is the top fundraising event for Cancer Lifeline and is an incredible opportunity to hear what they do and to see people who have benefited from their services. glassybaby has put together a beautiful set of their popular glass candle holders to benefit Cancer Lifeline. 10% of the sale of this “Refuge” set will be donated to the Patient Assistance Fund. You can ask for the set at any glassybaby store or online. The orange and green are spectacular and purchasing them will help someone during their cancer journey. The keynote speaker for this year’s luncheon is Molly Wizenberg who is a local Seattle talent. She has written A Homemade Life stories and recipes from my kitchen table. She has a popular blog Orangette which is fun and charming. Molly has been touched by cancer with the loss of  her beloved father to the disease and will be an incredible addition to the afternoon.

I would be honored to send an invitation so you can join our table at the luncheon. We will be at the Westin in downtown Seattle on March 24, 2011. For details please  contact me and I can provide the invitation and details.

Nobody should go through cancer alone. Cancer Lifeline can help.

Lindsay & Verna at the glassybaby studio

Lindsay & Verna at the glassybaby studio

Roller Derby & Charity

Posted on: January 22nd, 2011 by Erin Kieper

Most would have a hard time thinking roller derby and charity would fit in the same sentence but nothing is further from the truth when talking about the Rat City Roller Girls in Seattle. These women skate fast, sacrifice their bodies for the sport and also work with nonprofits to raise money and awareness. Last Saturday the Throttle Rockets partnered with Young Survival Coalition for the RCRG charity bout. The skaters wore pink t-shirts and raised $300 for  the local YSC affiliate. YSC also raised money at the information table where they raffled off the “Bust” of  the Throttle Rocket’s own Co-Captain, Sirius Mischief.  I have to believe many fans came away with a better understanding that breast cancer has no age boundaries and we can have fun talking about our breasts and keeping them healthy. Here are a few pictures from the night. I know I will return for another night of roller derby and cheer for the Throttle Rockets!

Sirius Mischief and her “Bust”

Winner of Sirius Mischief’s Bust

Beautiful YSC Girls at Rat City Roller Girls charity bout

Drink Beyond the Pink is a HUGE Success!

Posted on: October 13th, 2010 by Erin Kieper

Young Survivors

$26,000 was raised by the Seattle Affiliate of the Young Survival Coalition’s (YSC) on Saturday!

It was an amazing night to celebrate milestones, honor the memories of those who are no longer with us and to educate those who think breast cancer isn’t a young woman’s disease. Months of planning and procuring auction items gave the attendees a night to remember and many took home incredible items knowing their donations will help local women fight this disease.

O’Asian Kitchen graciously donated their lounge space and Sonny and his bartenders were amazing. They mixed the signature Pink Kiss cocktail and donated $2 per drink to YSC.

Brooke Fox from 92.5 FM was our host and she rocked it in her pink tights. Thanks Brooke!

Del Chinn kept the music pumping through the night and the dance floor was a sea of celebration.

To all the donors of items, THANK YOU. There is not enough space in this post to name everyone but know we could not have done it without you and your generous gifts.

Coming together for Cancer Lifeline’s Patient Assistance Fund

Posted on: August 16th, 2010 by Erin Kieper

Last week we raised money and awareness for Cancer Lifeline’s Patient Assistance Fund and had a great time together. Awesome jewelry, decadent desserts and a lovely group of women pulling together to help those fighting cancer.

Cancer Lifeline’s Patient Assistance Fund helps patients who find themselves in need of help while battling cancer.

Special thanks to:

Liz Grant from Silpada Designs. Liz brought her fabulous jewelry and showcased Silpada’s designs and taught us how to group items to look polished and hip. Liz also donated 30% of her evening sales to the Patient Assistance Fund! The collection is unique, high quality silver with lovely combinations of stones and elements to make your wardrobe pop. Check out what we saw  at: www.mysilpada.com/lizgrant

Our delicious peach/blueberry torte and decadent flour-less chocolate cake were donated by Cameron Catering. Thank you Michel and Suzanne for providing these fabulous treats for our evening. You guys are so generous and your food is amazing! Thank you! If you have an upcoming event or dinner party to prepare for, think Cameron Catering. Their website is: http://www.cameroncatering.com/

Luna’s Landing also showcased a few new pieces which will come to the website soon. Scrabble tile charms and new earring designs were popular amongst our guests.  The resin rings are also adorning many more fingers today. We donated 10% of our sales to the Patient Assistance Fund too.

Reflecting on the party brings a smile to my face and warmth to my heart. The generosity and compassion was palpable and the good that comes of an evening of community  is what makes a difference for those facing life’s challenges today. We won’t make the news but I know that together we can touch lives.

Thanks to everyone who joined us. Until next time.