About the Pink Ribbons of Hope History Pink Ribbons of Hope is celebrating its 16th year raising critical funds for breast cancer research in Richmond. In the past 15 years, 2.2. million dollars (net) has been raised to support breast cancer research. 2009 Pink Ribbons of Hope In August, September, and October, twelve events, including corporate golf, bridge, tennis, mah jongg, Zumba and ladies’ team golf are hosted at country clubs, racquet clubs and community centers in the Richmond area. In 2008, over 1,000 people helped us “Play Pink!” through participation in PROH. Each event is planned and staffed by volunteers. Our Beneficiary In 2007, Breast Cancer Research at VCU’s Massey Cancer Center was named the charitable beneficiary of the Pink Ribbons of Hope. Massey is one of 63 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers and is working hard to become one of an even more elite group of Comprehensive Cancer Centers. Massey is on the cutting edge of breast cancer research and treats all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. Researchers at Massey are using genetics to determine which therapies will help patients the most. 2009 Schedule of Events August 25th: Meadowbrook Golf Tournament September 23rd: Federal Reserve Bank Golf Tournament October 3rd: Tennis at the Brandermill Country Club October 4th: Golf at the Brandermill Country Club October 5th Ladies’ Team Golf at the Country Club of Virginia October 6th: Corporate Golf at the Country Club of Virginia October 9th: Tennis at Westwood Racquet Club October 15th: Men’s Tennis at the Country Club of Virginia October 16th: Ladies’ Tennis at the Country Club of Virginia October 26th: Bridge and Mah Jongg at the Country Club of Virginia October TBD: Zumba (aerobic dance) event – Date, Location TBD To learn more about Pink Ribbons of Hope, please call Ashley Burton at 804.828.0883 or email pinkribbons@vcu.edu Developed By Amentra |