B&O "Friendraiser" Event
The B&O American Brasserie will be hosting a "Friendraiser" event for the Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure on Tuesday, August 24.
Breast Cancer Funding Opportunities from Komen Maryland Baltimore, MD (August 5, 2010) The Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is proud to announce the release of our Request for Applications for grant funding in 2011-12. Last year, Komen Maryland awarded over $2 million to 27 breast cancer programs across the state. Grants will be made to support collaborative and innovative programs to reduce breast cancer disparities and mortality across Maryland.
Komen Maryland Hires Eastern Shore Field Coordinator
BALTIMORE, MD (August 4, 2010) The Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, an affiliate of the world's largest breast cancer organization and providers of funds to aid in the awareness, prevention, treatment and research of breast cancer in the state of Maryland, recently appointed Lori Yates to the position of Eastern Shore Field Coordinator.
Susan G. Komen for the Cure Announces Maryland Research Funds BALTIMORE, MD (July 26, 2010) Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, the world’s largest breast cancer organization and provider of funds to aid in the awareness, prevention, treatment and research of breast cancer, awarded the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Johns Hopkins University with $2.6 million to help researchers further engage in seven different research programs.
Amelia's Ace of Hearts Ride 2010 DARLINGTON, MD (June 26, 2010) – This year’s 5th Annual Amelia’s Ace of Hearts Ride will be leaving from Chesapeake Harley-Davidson in Darlington, Maryland. The ride registration will begin at 9:00 am. This event will attract riders from Maryland and Pennsylvania and raise thousands of dollars to be donated to the Maryland affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure ®. Last year’s ride drew over 300 motorcycles & raised $17,000 for the worthy cause!
Chamber Announces 2010 Small Business of the Year Award Winners BALTIMORE, MD (June 3, 2010) – The Maryland Chamber of Commerce today honored three outstanding small businesses and one non-profit organization during its annual Small Business of the Year Awards Luncheon at the Westin BWI Airport Hotel.
10th Annual Ride Across Maryland
BALTIMORE, MD (May 25, 2010) -- This year marks the 10th anniversary of Dick Gelfman’s, “Ride Across Maryland,” an annual charity ride that benefits the Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. Since 2001, “Ride Across Maryland,” has raised 1.7 million dollars. This year, the charity introduced a 5K Run and hopes to break the 2-million dollar mark.
IMRE adds Komen Maryland to Healthcare Practice BALTIMORE, MD (May 25, 2010) -- IMRE, a full-service marketing agency, today announced the addition of the Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® to its client portfolio.
Black-Eyed Susan Day Honors 86 Breast Cancer Survivors as Guests
BALTIMORE, MD (May 14, 2010) -- “The People’s Pink Party” on Black-Eyed Susan Day will welcome 86 breast cancer survivors as guests of Pimlico, who will be acknowledged in the winner’s circle celebration following the 86th running of the Grade 2 Black-Eyed Susan for 3-year-old fillies.
590 Runners Trek Across Historic Pimlico Track During Preakness 5K BALTIMORE, MD ( May 8, 2010) -- Nearly 600 runners competed today for the first time ever over the same dirt track at Pimlico where the finest three-year old thoroughbreds will gather next Saturday for the 135th Preakness Stakes. Proceeds from the Preakness 5K benefitted the Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®.
The Preakness 5K, benefiting Komen Maryland, has Reached the Starting Gate
BALTIMORE, MD (April 20, 2010) -- The Maryland Jockey Club and sports marketing and event management company Corrigan Sports Enterprises, Inc. (CSE) announced today the creation of the Preakness 5k to benefit the Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. For the first time on May 8, 2010 at 10 a.m., Marylanders and others alike will be able to run on the historic Pimlico course.
The Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® Appoints New Board Member BALTIMORE, MD (April 13, 2010) The Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, an affiliate of the world’s largest breast cancer organization and provider of funds to aid in the awareness, prevention, treatment and research of breast cancer the state of Maryland, recently appointed Aliza Rothenberg as the newest member to its board of directors.
Susan G. Komen for the Cure Responds to U.S. Preventative Services Task Force Recommendations
DALLAS, TX (November 17, 2009) - Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, the world’s leading breast cancer advocacy organization, has carefully reviewed the data and new recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concerning mammography screening. The U.S. Preventative Task Force recommended yesterday that women between the ages of 40 and 49 should not have routine breast cancer screenings due to lack of proven benefits.
Komen Maryland Thanks Race Participants
Preliminary data shows us that over 29,000 people registered and so far we have raised $2.7 million. We hope to exceed last year’s total of $2.9 million. Every dollar raised will help us to fund more local programs and national research. We are still collecting donations on our Race website, www.komenmd.org. Race photos can also be found there.
Less Than 3 Weeks To Go
BALTIMORE, MD (October 2, 2009) The 17th Annual Susan G. Komen Maryland Race for the Cure is being held this year in Hunt Valley, Maryland on Sunday, October 18, 2009. Komen Maryland staff and volunteers are working hard to ensure a successful Race!
“GIVE HOPE, GIVE BLOOD” Baltimore, MD – September 29, 2009: This fall, the American Red Cross Greater Chesapeake and Potomac (GC&P) Blood Services Region invites members of the community to give back in two ways.
Baltimore City Hall Goes Pink
BALTIMORE, MD (September 28, 2009) Baltimore City Mayor Sheila Dixon and the Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure are collaborating on several initiatives in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, including lighting the City Hall dome pink.
Komen On The Go
BALTIMORE, MD (September 14, 2009) The Susan G. Komen On the Go™ mobile experience educates and engages people of all ages in the breast cancer movement where they live, work and play.
Komen Maryland Releases Report on State of Breast Cancer in Maryland
Baltimore, MD (August 5, 2009) Women in Maryland are not diagnosed with breast cancer any more frequently than women in the rest of the country, but they are dying of breast cancer at higher rates. Maryland is ranked fifth in the nation for breast cancer death rates. This year alone, it is estimated that 810 Maryland woman will die from breast cancer. Komen Maryland conducted a 10 month study to evaluate the state of breast cancer in their service area.
Komen Maryland Unveils 'Support Your Local Breasts' Campaign
Baltimore, MD (July 28, 2009) Support Your Local Breasts, is a campaign based on the premise of “telling your story” and the physical and emotional connection to local breast cancer survivors and co-survivors. The Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure wanted a campaign that would distinguish it from other breast cancer events and non-profits, promote their year-round presence in the community apart from the Race, and share survivor stories to appeal to the different constituents in the state.
Komen Maryland Welcomes New Board Members and Announces New Board President
Baltimore, MD (April 6, 2009) Komen Maryland’s board of directors recently elected three new members, whose terms began April 1, 2009. Komen Maryland welcomes to the board Michelle Levin, Ann Musser, and Kelly Swoope-Holloway. Additionally, the board of directors elected the first physician board president for Komen Maryland, Dr. Stacey Keen.
Komen Maryland Affiliate Awards Over $2.5 Million to Fight Breast Cancer and Support Survivors Baltimore, MD (April 3, 2009) The Komen Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® awarded grants totaling more than $1.8 million to 23 programs across the state of Maryland on April 1, 2009. At least $700,000 in additional funds is earmarked for national breast cancer research for a total of over $2.5 million dedicated to fighting breast cancer.
