AVON 39 CW13 HOUSTON SERIES

Since its launch by the Avon Foundation for Women in 2003, more than 235,000 participants have raised nearly $620,000,000 in the fight to end breast cancer.

I’m inspired by the individuals whose lives have been touched by breast cancer, and who have their own personal reason for wanting to take part and make a difference,” says Scott White, Chief Executive Officer, New Avon LLC.Ībout AVON 39 The Walk to End Breast CancerĪVON 39 The Walk to End Breast Cancer is the largest fundraising event for the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade. “As the company for women, we are proud of our strong purpose-driven mission to improve the lives of women – and this includes our long-term commitment to the fight against breast cancer. I’ve had the great privilege of participating in the AVON 39 Walk and being a part of the powerful community of walkers. The Rose received a grant to continue providing vital screening and support services to more than 2,000 individuals and ensure access to timely, affordable and accessible treatment for at least 320 newly diagnosed breast cancer patients living in rural areas of Texas. All Avon Safety Net and Breast Cancer Outreach Program grantees commit to providing their services to everyone – no matter their insurance status, demographic background or ability to pay. Representatives from the seven organizations receiving grants at the AVON 39 Houston thanked participants for their commitment to ending breast cancer and for their spectacular fundraising achievements. Additional grants will be awarded throughout the year, adding to the more than $18.1 million donated by the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade and Avon Foundation for Women to organizations and institutions in Texas. AVON helps The Rose continue to save the lives of women in our community.”Īt the event, the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade announced seven new grants to local breast cancer organizations, ensuring the funds raised immediately benefit the local community. “Since my mother is a survivor, I also know the toll breast cancer takes on the entire family. I know what an event like this means for the women who have nowhere to turn,’” said Hilda. “I have seen how hard it is for some women to receive the care that they deserve. Hilda is a Sponsorship Coordinator at The Rose and she has helped hundreds of women obtain care. Hilda Martinez and her mother walked in the Avon 39 for the second year.

They share in our mission that every woman deserves quality breast health care regardless of her ability to pay.” “Avon has been a partner since 2001 and their support has allowed us to touch thousands of lives. “For 30 years, The Rose has made a commitment to the women of this community,” said Dorothy Gibbons, CEO and Co-Founder of The Rose. Funds raised are distributed to local, regional and national breast cancer organizations like The Rose. Since the AVON 39’s launch in 2003, more than 235,000 participants have raised nearly $620,000,000. The Rose was a beneficiary and received $100,000 to serve insured and uninsured women through their Patient Navigation program, regardless of their ability to pay.ĪVON 39 Houston – the first of seven events across the country united by the theme #FierceIsForever– drew more than 770 participants from 29 states and Washington, D.C., including 129 breast cancer survivors who walked a total of 39.3 miles over two days.

AVON 39 CW13 HOUSTON SERIES

– AVON 39 The Walk to End Breast Cancer kicked off its 15th annual event series in Houston raising $1.7 million to accelerate breast cancer research improve access to screening, diagnosis and treatment and educate people about breast cancer.

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