Archive
2005 Accomplishments
Tennis for the Cure
The Susan G. Komen for the Cure, North Central Alabama Affiliate, in partnership with T2Tennis held TENNIS FOR THE CURE® in Birmingham in the fall of 2005. This was the initial season of a new flexible tennis league for tennis players of every ability level. ABC 33/40 news anchor, Brenda Ladun served as Honorary Chair and spokesperson for the program. T2Tennis ran the league and committed substantial revenue to the fight against breast cancer. T2Tennis shared a generous $10.00 of every adult registration fee and $5.00 of every junior registration with the Komen for the Cure, North Central Alabama Affiliate.
TENNIS FOR THE CURE® united tennis players from the entire greater Birmingham area in a fun friendly tennis league. Players played a 5 match season over six weeks and had a chance to compete in a city championship playoff. The league used flexible scheduling format that allows players to schedule their own matches at convenient times. There were leagues for women, men, and juniors and all different ability levels.
T2Tennis was founded in 2003 and provides organized flex leagues in numerous cities around the Southeast.
Doctors for the Cure®
Thanks to the following physicians and practices who supported the 2005 Doctor's for the Cure:
Advanced Surgeons, P.C.
Andrew Lemons, M.D., OB/GYN
Birmingham Obstetrics & Gynecology
Helen Krontiras, M.D.
Henderson & Walton Women's Center, P.C.
Kevin O'Brien, M.D.
Marshall Urist, M.D.
Michael S. Beckenstein, M.D., F.A.C.S
Randy Yarbrough, M.D., OB/GYN
Surgical Associates, P.C.
Susan B. Winchester, M.D.
Cruisin for the Cure® - October 1, 2005
Cruisin' for the Cure was held at Hokes Bluff City Park on October 1, 2005 raising $12,000 for the North Central Alabama Affiliate. Thanks to Wanda and Jimmy Posey for hosting this wonderful event.
Sisters' Luncheon - May 5, 2005
The 12th Annual Sisters' Luncheon was held Thursday,
May, 5, 2005 at The Club. The annual luncheon is hosted
by the North Central Alabama Affiliate of the Susan G.
Komen for the Cure, one of over 100 Affiliates
nationwide dedicated to putting an end to breast cancer.
The 2005 luncheon featured a Silent Auction beginning at 10:00 a.m. followed by the luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Janet Hall, Anchor from WBRC FOX 6 served as mistress of ceremonies again this year. A fashion show called "Runway for Life" featuring breast cancer survivors was presented by Talbot's®.
The "Life Is A Gift" Award was presented to Beverly Laird this year. The purpose of the "Life Is A Gift" Award is to recognize an individual whose efforts and attitude reflect an appreciation and grateful spirit for the subtle, yet precious gifts of life and who has the innate ability to illuminate for others the blessings often overlooked. The recipient of the "Life Is A Gift" Award has made significant differences in our community, in our world, and is regarded for the unconditional compassion and support that have inspired others to join our fight and continue the battle against breast cancer. This award was created to honor the memories of two outstanding Komen volunteers, Kathy Leigh Hancock and Hope Smith.
Special Thanks to Marmi!
pre-tax sales for the three days to the North Central Alabama Affiliate.
We'd like to send a BIG thank you to Marmi for their generous donation of $2500 at their grand-opening and their donation of 10% of their sales for the weekend - which totaled $4, 416 bringing Marmi's total donation to our affiliate to $6,916!
The BMW Ultimate Drive.
As part of a nationwide breast health awareness campaign,
Alabama drivers test-drove new BMW models to raise money
for the Komen for the Cure. For each mile driven, BMW contributes
$1 to the Komen for the Cure on behalf of the driver.