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Think Pink for the HolidaysGiving gifts that give backBy Madelyn Miller, the TravelLadyThis story is dedicated to all women challenged by breast cancer, but especially my cousins Saralee, Nancy, and friends Liz and Gabrielle. At the season when everyone is thinking of gift giving, what greater gift is there than good health. And prevention is so much easier than curing. So I decided to start a list of all the gift items that benefited breast cancer to make it easier for everyone to help. Jewelry
Another sterling silver bracelet (with etched ribbon) was
created to benefit the ESSCO-MGH Breast Cancer Research Fund at the
Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA. One hundred percent of the money
raised by our fund, goes directly to breast cancer research. Not one penny is
taken off the top for administrative purposes. To date, the fund has grown to
$2.3 million. All for research. Pink Wrist Bracelets
Remind Your Friends Ring
To order “Me & My Two Friends” please call 1-800-358-6223 or email info@bnjewelry.com
Be a DollMarie Osmond Dolls is proud to help raise awareness and funds by offering a pretty-in-pink cutie, “Adora Belle – Doll for the Cure.” Wearing a lovely pink dotted-Swiss dress, which is elegantly adorned with a pink satin wrap secured by an official breast cancer awareness pin, “Adora Belle – Doll for the Cure” is a special doll supporting an important cause. Marie Osmond is pleased to donate all proceeds from the sale of “Adora Belle – Doll for the Cure” to the Fashion Footwear Association of New York (FFANY), a non-profit trade association that has raised over $16 million for breast cancer research and education. “We all know women who have bravely faced this disease,” says Osmond. “I feel privileged to contribute in any way, to ongoing research for the cure.” “Adora Belle – Doll for the Cure” is truly a collectible
doll, with an original head sculpted by Marie Osmond. She has been hand-crafted
with the special attention to detail that is the hallmark of all Marie Osmond
dolls. “Adora Belle – Doll for the Cure” is hallmarked on the back of her neck
with Marie’s signature and is hand numbered. Keep This Under Your Hat
$5 from each purchase will be donated to the Canadian
Breast Cancer Association for education and awareness programs. The price is
$109.95 (CDN $$). Do Something Delicious For the Cure
Proceeds from Kokologo chocolates help fight the war against breast cancer. To learn more about Kokologo or Ladies Who Launch, you can visit this website and find a link to the Kokologo website, http://ladieswholaunch.com/featuredladies.cfm. Watch Your Heartrate
A strapless ECG accurate heart rate monitor watch follows
the progress of your workout with a personalized heart rate display, calculates
your calories burned, and tracks how quickly your heart rate returns to resting
after a workout. Do Good By Making Things Look Good
Christopher Radko, has been designing and producing fine European mouthblown glass ornaments, gifts and home décor for Christmas and other special occasions for more than twenty years. Flower Power, which benefits several breast cancer charities, is available for $47. If you go to the Web site, www.christopherradko.com, you can type in your zip code and find a local retailer. A Tea-riffic IdeaThe republic of tea adds new limited edition bottled iced tea to signature sip for the cure line. Proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation The Republic of Tea(r) adds new limited edition bottled iced tea -- Pink Lemonade Iced Green Tea -- to its signature Sip for the Cure(tm) line of green teas. The company will donate 10 percent of the sale of this limited release iced tea directly to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The new limited edition Pink Lemonade Iced Green Tea joins the popular Sip for the Cure line of fine teas and tea marmalade, available year round. Each product is made from premium China green tea, is all natural and preservative free. The Sip for the Cure line includes: NEW LIMITED EDITION: Bottled Pink Lemonade Iced Green Tea – Expertly brewed unsweetened, organic iced green tea blended with refreshing pink lemonade. Pink Grapefruit Green Tea – Green tea blended with citrus petals and blossoms. Pink Grapefruit Decaf Green Tea - Naturally decaffeinated green tea with citrus petals and blossoms. Pink Lemonade Green Tea (hot) - The nostalgic flavors of tart-sweet pink lemonade juxtapose with the crisp clean flavors of green tea. Pink Rose Green Tea - Delicate pink blossoms and petals lend an elegant floral note to the bright, fresh flavor of China green tea. Pink Lady Apple Green Tea – Exclusive to The Republic of Tea, the intensely sweet essence of Australia’s Pink Lady Apple, the “blushing apple,” is the ideal counterbalance to healthful green tea. The new Sip for the Cure Pink Lemonade Iced Green Tea has a suggested retail price of $1.99 per 12 fl. oz. bottle, and is offered subject to availability, October 1-31, 2005. Sip for the Cure tea is available in full-sized tins containing 50 all natural, unbleached, round tea bags and have a suggested retail price of $10 - $12.50 (for decaf). Refillable Traveler’s Tins hold six tea bags with a suggest retail price of $4.75 - $5. The Pink Grapefruit Tea Marmalade (13 oz. jar) has a suggested retail price of $7.75. Hot teas and marmalade are available year round. The Sip for the Cure line and additional products from The Republic of Tea are available nationwide at natural and specialty food stores, cafes, through the company Web site, www.REPUBLICofTEA.com , mail order catalogue and by calling 800-298-4TEA (4832) With the goal of $1 million in donations to the Komen Foundation, The Republic of Tea contributed over $385,000 to date and continues to give a portion of revenues directly to the Komen Foundation from all Sip for the Cure products sold -- nothing to mail in and no response required from customers. For 2005, The Republic of Tea has guaranteed a minimum donation of $50,000 to the Komen Foundation through the Sip for the Cure program. Early Detection
A few gifts that are less than $25 include: the passion for pink ribbon purse, pink fleece pullover, pink ribbon fleece accessories, and celebrate courage bracelet. Hard Rock Pin
This unique and symbolic pin is available in select Hard Rock International properties worldwide, including Cafes, Hotels, and Casinos, and on www.hardrock.com for $11. The pin features a pink ribbon around the neck of the guitar, and is one of many pins that Hard Rock offers. This is the sixth year that Hard Rock has supported breast cancer awareness programs, and the first partnership with a rock legend and breast cancer survivor. "Having gone through my own personal journey with breast cancer I am honored to be a part of Hard Rock International's initiative to raise funds and awareness for the cause,” said Melissa Etheridge. “We need to do everything in our power to eradicate this disease which affects millions of women and families around the world and I am grateful that Hard Rock International has chosen me to help them in their endeavor." A Cure is in the Bag
www.pacificdesign.com A Step Towards the CureA great product on the market that benefits the Susan G. Komen Foundation is the pink Susan G. Komen certified Digital Pedometer from Oregon Scientific. Recent studies show taking 10,000 steps a day aids in lowering body fat, boosting energy levels and decreasing health risks. Walking is also probably the best exercise to start losing permanent weight. Individuals only take an average of 300 to 900 steps a day, so pedometers are a great way to be aware of one’s personal activity level and take charge in achieving fitness goals. The Oregon Scientific pedometer features a large digital LCD display, adjustable sensitivity level, and includes a battery. Through March 31, 2006, Oregon Scientific will donate $1.00 to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation for each pink pedometer sold. Driving Towards the CureIn an effort to raise more money for the Komen Foundation, BMW developed a special collection of lifestyle accessory items that are badged with the Ultimate Drive logo. Called The Pink Ribbon Collection. The collection includes clothing, tote bags and other accessory items. Eighty percent of the cost of each item is donated to the Komen Foundation. Since the creation of this collection, BMW has been able to donate over $400,000.00 to the Komen Foundation, in addition to the million dollars raised each year through the Ultimate Drive program. Recipes for the Cure
Today, Tami is using her experience to help others and is passionate about finding a cure. She works tirelessly for her oncologist (who lost his own wife to ovarian cancer), serving as the Executive Director of the Marsha Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer Research.
Bark for the Cure
A Brilliant New Way to Keep Track of Your Cell Phone and help find a CureAfter one too many missed calls, due to digging around in her Marc Jacobs bag, and after one too many lost cell phones, newbie inventor Mary Bennett created an accessory that is functional, chic and a simple “why didn’t I think of that” item. Paris Hilton was just spotted on Inside Edition and Entertainment Tonight using a TechTetherÔ— a beaded leash for your cell that attaches it to your handbag. And shoppers in chic spots like on El Paseo in Palm Desert and in Sun Valley have been snatching them up. 10% of the proceeds of Style TT9, a pink crystal and pearl TechTether, goes to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research Fund. TechTether is available at a number of fine retailers including Fred Segal and Nordstrom and on-line at www.Nordstrom.com . Check out all the TechTether styles at www.techtether.com Play for the Cure
To give you a quick overview of WorldWinner and how it works, WorldWinner www.worldwinner.com is an online games site that hosts tournaments in more than two dozen casual games, like Wheel of Fortune, solitaire, hangman, backgammon, strategy games and sports games. Players pay an entry fee – typically around $1.00 – to compete against other players for cash and prizes. Given Nearly 70 percent of WorldWinner’s players are female and more than half of them between the ages of 25 and 54 (this is a subset of the 40 million women who comprise the female online games population), the Komen Foundation was a natural partner for WorldWinner. Each time WorldWinner players compete in select Compete for Pink tournaments, which are listed on the WorldWinner site, WorldWinner donates 10 percent of the entry fees collected to the Komen Foundation to support research and outreach programs. Also, for every consumer who creates a free WorldWinner account, WorldWinner will donate $1.00 to the Komen Foundation. Additional details of the program can be found at www.worldwinner.com/komen. Better for Your Back, TooMobile Edge sells stylish computer handbags and backpacks
for women (proceeds go to Susan G. Komen Foundation) as part of their Caring
Case Collection. These bags are great alternatives for women who hate those
ugly black computer bags. Get Tied for the Cause
A Doggone Good Idea
Romance for the Curewww.PureRomance.com, the company dedicated to female sexuality and empowerment is also dedicated to women's health. CEO and founder Patty Brisben recently created a program devoted to improving the quality of life for breast cancer survivors. The program, entitled Sexuality, Sensuality and Survival (SSS) involves modified Pure Romance parties where SSS Certified Consultants describe and distribute products targeted to breast cancer survivors. In addition, every time a support organization hosts an SSS party, the corporate office also donates 20% of sales from that evening back to the organization. For any purchases made on the SSS website http://www.pureromance.com/sss, 20% goes back to breast cancer research and support. Pure Romance is devoted not only to finding a cure, but also to improving the quality of life for women every single day, not just one month out of the year. Get Zen for the Cure
St. Tropez Caring Case™ Beautiful Time for a Cure
Made of scratch-resistant materials, hard metals and diamonds, the Sintra Jubilé Pink mirrors the strength and beauty a woman has on the inside, and out. Nearly as hard as a diamond, the case is completely scratchproof and adorned with 48 diamonds. The real innovation of the Sintra Jubilé Pink, however, is the colored ceramic bracelet, which is the first of its kind. Made of high-tech pink ceramics, white gold links and a mother of pearl dial, the watch is offered with or without diamonds on the bracelet and is available in a large and small size. The retail price ranges from $3,500 to $7,900. “Time is more precious after surviving breast cancer. Ten years now and counting…every moment is time to celebrate” – Geralyn Lucas, author of Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy, and breast cancer survivor. |
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A sterling silver Breast Cancer Awareness double strand
bracelet created by Lis J Lehmann is a a StudioJewel original handcrafted
design. $50.00($5.00 for each bracelet sold will be donated to the Susan G.
Komen Breast Cancer Foundation) order from616.447.0333
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pink wrist bracelet is one way to support breast cancer research by helping
the Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation. Dr. Susan Love is a well-known author
and leading expert on breast cancer research who has been called a “founding
mother” of the breast advocacy movement. 
The “Me and My Two Friends” ring from Alisa Unger Designs,
was designed to prompt women to schedule regular mammograms and encourage two
friends to do so as well.. All proceeds will be donated to the Susan G. Komen
Breast Cancer Foundation.
THINK PINK Hat Box Gift $99.95 from Lush
Ladies
Who Launch is a national lifestyle companies that helps women achieve their
entrepreneurial dreams. One of the female Ladies Who Launch members created
Kokologo chocolates, made by women for women, Kokologo supports organizations
working towards finding a cure to end breast cancer. A portion of the sales of
Kokologo products will be directed toward organizations benefiting women and
children they com wrapped in a pink box with the breast cancer symbol on the
front of the box. Women love chocolate and even more so when they can support a
great cause.
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exclusively through the Amazon.com Sports & Outdoor Store
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full-feature sports watch, the MioPINK Sport Select includes the time, date,
daily alarm, stopwatch, and backlight. Through simple programming, you can also
get personalized feedback using age, gender, weight, and resting heart rate. The
MioPINK Sport Select includes a limited-edition MioPINK watch band to show your
support of the cause, as well as a healthy living guide with valuable advice and
information
Flower Power, one of the charity ornaments from the 2005
Christopher Radko collection benefits breast cancer.
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Rock International has joined forces with music icon Melissa Etheridge in an
effort to raise money to aid in the fight against breast cancer. Through the
proceeds of a special collector’s edition Hard Rock Breast Cancer Awareness Pin,
Hard Rock will donate 100% of net profits to the Dr. Susan Love Research
Foundation. 
A variety of iPod pouches and flip cases, along with a
Nucleus PC Portfolio from Pacific Design’s award-winning product line, provide
case protection as well as a colorful accessory. Both products are available on
eBags.com as part of its Pick Pink Program benefiting the Susan G. Komen Breast
Cancer Foundation.
Tami Agassi co-authored a beautiful collection of celebrity
recipes to benefit breast cancer. Tami has an amazing story. At the age of 30,
she was diagnosed with breast cancer with no family history of the disease. Just
six months later, her mother was also diagnosed. With support from a wonderful
network of doctors as well as friends and family, Tami and her mother are now
living cancer free.
Tami
and some of the most beloved celebrities in fashion, politics, sports, music, TV
and film are asking the public's help in the fight against breast and ovarian
cancer -- two of the most dangerous cancers that affect women today. To do so,
Agassi and her celebrity friends have created "Star Palate," a
beautifully-styled and photographed cookbook full of nearly 80 recipes. Many are
straight from the kitchens of superstars such as Celine Dion, Katie Couric,
Chris Evert, Elizabeth Hurley and Kelly Preston. Other celebs who have pitched
in for the cause include Robin Williams, Mia Hamm, Dr. Phil, Clint Black, Anna
Kournikova and, of course, Andre Agassi. One hundred percent of the proceeds
from sales go directly to breast and ovarian cancer research.
PuppyPurse is a unique, open-air, hands-free carrier for
small dogs and puppies. Comfortable, safe, versatile, and chic, the PuppyPurse
features 2 styles that contribute to research for a cure for breast cancer.
Bark-for-the-Cure is a soft fleece with breast cancer awareness ribbon design
and
SummerBark is a lighter weight satiny fabric with a breast cancer awareness
ribbon design. PuppyPurse donates 10% of the price of each of these styles to
breast cancer research. PuppyPurses are available at
WorldWinner’s Compete for Pink program, which invites
consumers to play online games to raise money for the Susan G. Komen Breast
Cancer Foundation, has raised more than $140,000 for the Komen Foundation since
2004.
Ford Motor Company has its "Get Tied to the Cause" breast
cancer awareness campaign which helps to raise money for the Susan G. Komen Breast
Cancer Foundation. Ford has teamed up with Lilly Pullitzer for the third year
in a row to offer a specially designed scarf will sell for $35 ($30 donated to
Komen). at
Wear it Now at Pinkribbonjewelry.com and Sherpa came up
with the idea of pink leashes and collars to support breast cancer research.
They are each $15 and 100% of the proceeds go to research. Many companies,
hospitals, support groups and organizations have used various styles in the Wear
It Now collection as fund-raising tools, pledge prizes and gifts.
Crescent Moon has partnered with The Breast Cancer Research
Foundation to design an exclusive Yoga/Pilate's mat carrier for the benefit of
the Foundation.
Crescent Moon will donate 10% of the retail
price to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation to support their efforts. This
handbag style mat carrier features shiny silver hardware, a twist closure for
security and an internal zippered pocket for your keys or phone. This bag is
adorned with a metal and enamel 'Pink Ribbon' to show support for this cause! SRP 129.99. Available at
Rado, the Swiss watchmaker known for timepieces of
exceptional beauty and strength, has partnered with the Susan G. Komen Breast
Cancer Foundation to help find a cure. The “Time To Fight” campaign will launch
nationwide October 1st, 2005 in an aggressive effort to help save the lives of
thousands of women. Rado will commit to the battle against breast cancer by
donating 10% of the retail sales of the Sintra Jubilé Pink, to Susan G. Komen
for each product purchased by a consumer for one full year.