Past Events
3rd Annual Toast to a Cure |
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Ann’s Hope Foundation raised over $17,000 for melanoma research at the third annual Toast to a Cure held September 25, 2009. Over 150 guests enjoyed an evening of wine tasting, appetizers, music and a raffle. The generosity of the guests and the support of sponsors along with the dedication of volunteers is what made this event such a success. During Toast to a Cure a check for $75,0000 was presented to fulfill a three year gift of $225,000 to the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Centers melanoma research program headed by Dr. Mark Albertini, MD.” This year’s event was in memory of Mike Manix who lost his fight to melanoma on February 27, 2009. Ann’s Hope Foundation recognized Physicians Plus Insurance, UW Health Medical Foundation, Fiskars, Town Bank, , TDS Construction, Unity Health Insurance, Jeff’s Fellowship, MidSci, Sentry Foods- Sun Prairie, The Family of Steve Jones and Terry and Penny Pederson as sponsors of this event along with numerous in-kind donations. For more information call: 608-516-1593 Click here for a printable reply card. |
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This year Toast to a Cure is in memory of Mike Manix who lost his fight to melanoma on February 27, 2009. We invite you to read his story.
We would also like to remember Jeff Pederson whose family is involved with Toast to a Cure this year. We invite you read his story.
To see this years sponsors of Toast to a Cure click here.
Ann’s Hope Foundation and Aurora Health Care present the 5th Annual Block Melanoma 5k Run & 3k Walk
Milwaukee County Zoo, Milwaukee, WI
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Register/Check In: 7:00 a.m.
Start Time: 8:30 a.m.
The run is a *USATF Certified 5k Course and is chip timed.
This year's event is being held in memory of Dr. Larry Livingood who lost his battle to melanoma on January 19th, 2009.
We also have a legacy memorial this year, Robyn Temkin, a 22 year old young woman who died more than 20 years ago. Robyn's family started the Robyn Temkin Memorial Fund that has been creating awareness and educating people about melanoma for the past two decades.
The 2009 Honorary Survivor is Emily Bauman Black. Emily lives in Shorewood, and at 20 years old was diagnosed stage 4 melanoma. Today at 23, she is not only surviving, but thriving.
Our 2009 very special Honorary Chair Events are Bud and Sue Selig. Bud, the commissioner of Major League Baseball is also a melanoma survivor and is happy to support and chair this event.
*All proceeds go directly to melanoma cancer research and education a Aurora Health Care OR Mail In the PDF Registration form to: (photocopies accepted)
Ann’s Hope Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 376, Hartland, WI 53029
The Block Melanoma 5K Run /3k Walk will take place at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Your entry fee will cover your admission fee for the Zoo and parking for the day as well.
Medals for the first three males and females in each age category will be awarded for the 5k Run . Trophies will be given to the overall male and female winner.
Age Categories: Male & Female
9 & under; 10-14; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75+
The race is chip timed and results will be posted. Event will be held rain or shine. Strollers are allowed for the 3k walk. Animals, skates, rollerblades, skateboards and bikes are prohibited.
Ann's Hope Foundation Presents...
An Evening to Illuminate Hope for Melanoma
Saturday, February 28, 2009
The Legend at Brandybrook, Wales, WI
Tables of 8, $1200
$150 per person
Call 262-305-1370 to reserve your place at this 4th Annual Event that has sold out every year.
Toast to a Cure
Friday, September 12, 2008
The Brink Lounge in Madison, WI
- Wine Tasting, appetizers, live music and raffle.
- On behalf of UW Carbone Comprehensive Cancer Center, Dr. Mark Albertini will accept a check for $75,000 presented by Ann’s Hope Foundation for continued melanoma research.
- This year's Toast to a Cure is in memory of Rebecca Swender who lost her fight to melanoma at age 36 on June 14, 2008. We invite you to read her story.
- Press Release
- Pictures
Click here to see the event sponsors.
Create A Racquet
June 22, 2008
Bishops Bay Country Club in Middleton, WI
A tennis round robin with melanoma education and awareness information, food, drink and fun.
The 4th Annual Block Melanoma Run & Walk
Sunday, May 18th, 2008
Country Springs Hotel in Waukesha
Light Up the Night raises $85,000 for melanoma research
February 23, 2008
Wales, WI
More than 250 guests gathered at The Legend of Brandybrook in on Saturday, February 23, 2008 for a gala to benefit melanoma research at UW Paul P. Carbone Comprehensive Cancer Center in Madison, Wisconsin. The theme of the evening was "Light Up The Night…. An Evening to Illuminate HOPE for Melanoma." Thanks to the generosity of the attendees and sponsors, close to $90,000 was raised to support the groundbreaking work of Mark Albertini, MD, who specializes in melanoma research and treatment.
Presented by Ann's Hope Foundation Inc, the event included silent and live auctions accompanied by cocktails and dinner. Dancing and live music by the Pink Flamingoes topped the night.
"The success of the evening was beyond the expectations of Ann's Hope Foundation. The gala was the third such event presented by the foundation," said Ann Harrington, co-founder of Ann's Hope Foundation. "We are extremely pleased to have pledged a three-year commitment of $225,000 to the UW Carbone Cancer Center to further melanoma research."
The UW Carbone Cancer Center in Madison is the only comprehensive cancer center in Wisconsin, as designated by the National Cancer Institute. An integral part of the UW School of Medicine and Public Health, the Cancer Center unites more than 250 physicians and scientists who work together in translating discoveries from research laboratories into new treatments that benefit cancer patients.
Block Melanoma Run/Walk
May 20, 2007
Country Springs Hotel in Waukesha
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Click here for Race Results >
A Night of Hope: An Evening to put Melanoma in the Dark
February 24, 2007
The 2007 Gala was a sold out event. The night included open bar and hors d'ourves, dinner, silent and live auction, live music and dancing. The live and silent auctions helped raise $60,000 for Melanoma research.
Rays Awareness Block Melanoma 5k Run/ 3k Walk
May 13, 2006
The flat 5k race and 3k walk begin at the Country Springs Hotel & Convention Center. Awards for the top three male and female finishers in each age group. Everyone will receive a T-shirt, gift bag, food and beverages.
A Night of Hope: An Evening to put Melanoma in the Dark
March 4, 2006
With a Lance Armstrong framed and signed jersey, travel packages and other great items, this is a silent auction you don't want to miss! The night will also include cocktails, hors d'ourves dinner and a live Fashion Show.
2005 Rays Awareness Block Melanoma 5k Run/ 3k Walk
The first annual run/walk event was a huge success with 825 participants and more than $35,000 raised for Melanoma research.
* All proceeds go directly to melanoma cancer research.