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2010 Awards Luncheon
2010 Awards Luncheon celebrates volunteerism and community partnerships…
Over 400 guests joined the Affiliate at the 2010 Awards Luncheon to celebrate outstanding volunteers, donors and grant recipients on Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at the Omni Galleria Hotel. From the moment they arrived, guests were greeted by staff and volunteers, given breast health and race information, and engaged in friendly conversations. Guests for this celebration included Komen supporters, including over 40 CenterPoint Energy representatives, community partners, honorees, grant recipients and volunteers.
The 2010 Awards Luncheon was presented by CenterPoint Energy, and without them the event would not have been as successful. CenterPoint Energy formed a committee, helping to plan the event, as well as volunteering on the day of the event to ensure a smooth program.
After guests browsed through the raffle area, enjoying a nice glass of pink lemonade, they entered the magnificently decorated ballroom where the theme of Hats Off to You really stood out. Guests enjoyed a delicious salad and fabulous pink dessert, a wonderful program emceed by Khambrel Marshall, News Anchor for KPRC Local 2.
Throughout the program individuals who participated in the raffle experienced the thrill of winning great prizes such as custom jewelry, Houston Astros game package, numerous gift certificates to places around town, and a weekend get-a-way trip to Galveston, plus many more.
The Affiliate unveiled its contribution of $3.61 million dollars to the 2010- 2011 Grant Recipients, organizations who will carry out breast cancer education, screening and treatment.
Grants were awarded to:
• American Cancer Society – Houston, TX
• Asian American Health Coalition – Houston, TX
• Baylor College of Medicine – Houston, TX
• Brazosport Health Foundation – Lake Jackson, TX
• Breast Cancer Network of Strength – Houston, TX
• D’Feet Breast Center – Galveston, TX
• Good Neighbor Healthcare Center – Houston, TX
• Harris County Hospital District Foundation – Houston, TX
• Health Center of Southeast Texas – Cleveland, TX
• Houston Community College Foundation – Houston, TX
• Northeast Hospital Foundation – Humble, TX
• OakBend Medical Center – Richmond, TX
• The Methodist Hospital Foundation – Houston, TX
• Shalom Mobile Health Ministry – Houston, TX
• The Rose – Houston, TX
• University of Texas Medical Branch – Galveston, TX
• Young Survival Coalition Houston Affiliate – Houston, TX
Time was also dedicated to awarding those people who contribute so much time and effort towards ending breast cancer. Awards went to:
• Outstanding Program: Asian Health Coalition
• Outstanding Project Director: Loretta Hanser
• Overall Outstanding Performance: The Rose
• New Volunteer: Laura Mann
• Individual Volunteer: Lorianne Classen
• Lifetime Volunteer: Emily Neelley
• Community Service Group: National Charity League
• Promise of One: Michelle Rigo
• Community Partnership: Baker Hughes
• Corporate Partnership: Enterprise Products Partners, Inc.
• Legacy Partnership: The Galleria
Rebecca Matthews, Image and Style fashion consultant, and four amazing breast cancer survivors models, hit the catwalk as guests learned great fashion tips.
All in all, the event was a huge success and we have only received positive feedback. Everyone walked away with a fantastic pink tumbler and a smile on their face. The funds raised from this event will support breast cancer education, screening and treatment; so thank you to everyone who attended.
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