Susan G. Komen for the Cure

Susan G. Komen, like many women, fought breast cancer. She fought with everything she had, but she didn’t spend much time worrying about herself and her situation. Instead, she wanted to help the other women going through the same battle. Inspired by Susan’s compassion and want to help others, her sister, Nancy G. Brinker, started an organization in her honor. Susan’s dedication made me wonder what the organization was about. I did some research and found out what the organization does, what the volunteer needs to do, and also what benefits there will be. The first thing I wondered is why I should consider volunteering for this organization. The main reason I chose this organization is because it is something very near and dear to my heart. My aunt started out with just breast cancer, but due to late detection it started to spread like wildfire. It ended up consuming her whole body and sadly lost her life after many years of fighting. The Susan G. Komen for the Cure Organization’s mission is to “save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and…

The Susan G. Komen Foundation, famous for raising money for breast cancer research, has a slightly darker side that your average person probably does not know about. Each year, around one million dollars in legal fees are spent because the Komen foundation vehemently seeks out any other charity or event that uses the phrase “for the cure” with a total of over 100 lawsuits filed as of 2011. Sue Prom, a woman who ran a dog sledding fundraiser for breast cancer entitled “Mush for the Cure,” was…

cancer is the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Marketwired states that: “Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Suzy, she would do everything in her power to end Breast Cancer. Today, Susan G. Komen® works to end breast cancer in the U.S. and throughout the world by investing more than $750 million in breast cancer research and $1.5 billion in community outreach programs over the past 30 years; providing funding to help low-income uninsured women get screened and get treatment; advocating for…

As for Elizabeth Smith, control is primarily conveyed through her positive mindset. When a friend or a loved one is sick or not okay, it is normal for one to be down because they may feel hopeless. It is normal to have a negative attitude when the one they love is battling a tough time. But times like this are the perfect times to see the potential positive side and make an effort. Elizabeth Smith's mom is battling breast cancer and though it is tough to see her mom in that state in which she…

foreclosure identity because she did not explore new options. As she graduated high school and went to college, she noticed that she stopped playing volleyball because of busy her life becomes. At that moment she realized that she explore different opportunity and she was happy about it. Her experience is absolutely wonderful and it is very similar to my side of the story. Moreover, the second person also connect to my story named Marissa Woods. She met a woman who is a former Accountant.…

As Dr. Steve Maraboli once said, “You were put on this earth to achieve your greatest self, to live out your purpose, and to do it courageously”. Setting one’s heart and mind to something is a big step in anyone’s life, and the things learned on that journey toward accomplishing something can transition a child into a mature adult. Susan Komen for the cure is a non-profit donation foundation that raises money for cancer awareness by providing a 5k marathon. When I heard this race was scheduled…

Background American Express was among the first few organizations to launch a successful cause related marketing campaign and raise funds about $1.7 million for the Statute of Liberty restoration project. In a competitive market, where every organization is working hard towards winning their customer’s loyalty and employee’s morale, Cause-related marketing (CRM) help organizations gear up towards building a differentiating image. According to a study (Varadarajan & Menon) published, CRM is a…

Nancy G. Brinker is the founder of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure for breast cancer. Nancy G. Brinker and her sister's Susan G. Komen was diagnosed with breast cancer. Nancy G. Brinker promised her sister that she would have end breast cancer which took her sister life. Susan G. Komen for the Cure is one of the world’s largest breast cancer campaigns. Susan G. Komen for the Cure for breast cancer was found in the year of 1982. The Susan G. Komen for the Cure for breast cancer is in more…

“Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I’ll try again tomorrow,” said Mary Anne Radmacher. For those fighting breast cancer, they need courage and strength to keep fighting everyday. People of St. Mary's, help us help these patients by donating to the Susan G. Komen organization. It will benefit the people fighting breast cancer, the organization, and go to research. You can donate at ww5komen.org. Schools can get active in donating.…

doctor for her yearly exam in October 1981 and heard the news no one wants to hear. Karen was diagnosed with breast cancer and after further examination they discovered it was at the second stage. Karen battled this disease for three years until she had to tell her daughters goodbye too soon. Susan G. Komen is an organization that helps turn patients into survivors. It was founded with a promise when Susan’s sister promised her that she would try her hardest to end breast cancer forever. Susan…