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December 2005 Y-ME Illinois e-News
Be sure to watch for the latest issue of Y-ME Illinois e-News in your inbox the
first weekday of each month!
In This Edition:
Our Volunteers are the Gift That Keeps on Giving
As the holidays approach, Y-ME Illinois wants to highlight the gift of volunteer
time that supporters like you give all year round. From special events to outreach
and educational programs to administrative tasks, our volunteers are the lifeblood
of our organization. In October alone, volunteers logged over 160 hours – that’s more than the equivalent of having an additional full time staff person!
And this is just the time we can measure – which doesn’t include our committee
members and board members who continue to work long after they have “clocked out”.
According to the Independent Sector, the value of a volunteer hour is over $18! Please realize that your gift of
time does not go unnoticed or unappreciated. Without the hundreds of volunteers,
we would never begin to realize our mission of ensuring that no one faces breast cancer alone. We hope everyone has a joyous holiday season and that those who have given
so generously to Y-ME Illinois this past year are given a bright and prosperous
new year!
Long History of Support in Northwest Indiana
Y-ME has had a presence in Northwest Indiana for over two decades, beginning in
September 1984, when Susan Cox, a nurse who had been diagnosed with breast cancer
began a support group with the help of the National office. The group she started currently
meets at Community Hospital the second Saturday of every month and is now facilitated
by Dorothy Gillespie, a survivor and long-time Y-ME volunteer. As the need in
Northwest Indiana grew, the Pink Ribbon Society partnered with Y-ME Illinois in
2004 to start another group in Valparaiso, at Porter Hospital. In just the past
ten years, Y-ME has served over 1000 breast cancer patients in Northwest Indiana
and the groups continue to inspire other hospitals and organizations to work with
Y-ME and the Illinois Affiliate to increase awareness of breast cancer and to
support those who cannot wait for tomorrow's cure.
Don't Miss Y-ME Illinois Pink Onederland at One of a Kind
Get your Christmas shopping done early at the Merchandise Mart’s One of a Kind Show and Sale. You will find thousands of one of a kind items made by some of North America’s
most talented artists at this exciting event.
Friday, December 2nd is Y-ME Illinois Day! Come to the show and a portion of
your ticket sale will benefit Y-ME Illinois.
While you are there, stop by the Y-ME Illinois Pink Onederland booth and participate in our silent auction featuring pieces donated by One
of a Kind artists. The auction opens Thursday, December 1st, at 6 pm and closes Friday, December 2nd at 7 pm. You can also purchase some uniquely wonderful Y-ME Illinois merchandise!
December 2-4, 2005
Merchandise Mart
Friday: 11 am – 8 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 8 pm
Sunday: 10 am – 5 pm
(First Look Evening, Thursday December 1st, 6-9 pm)
SAVE THE DATE: 4th Annual Tasting Stars
Saturday, February 11, 2006
7:00 p.m.
Michigan Avenue, Chicago
Celebrate Valentine's Day in style and support Y-ME Illinois at the 4th Annual
Tasting Stars champagne tasting. Enjoy a variety of fine champagnes while taking in a spectacular
view of Chicago from high above Michigan Avenue. Located in a landmark building,
the event venue is a 63rd floor private residence that is a showcase of art, architecture
and design. Proceeds from this event benefit Y-ME Illinois.
Meet Our New Special Events Coordinator
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