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On January 28th, 2010, the Oregon and SW Washington Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® recognized dedicated sponsors, donors, fundraisers and volunteers at its annual Partner Appreciation and Awards Ceremony. KATU’s Helen Raptis, a ten year breast cancer survivor, served as the event’s Master of Ceremonies, which took place at NW Natural. NW Natural has underwritten the cost of this celebration for the past three years. The Affiliate is pleased to announce the following 2010 Affiliate award recipients: Promise of One Award - Ann Bisgyer, Shirley Cyr An individual who has served the Affiliate for a minimum of one year. This volunteer has contributed sustained efforts which enabled the Affiliate to make a significant impact on our promise: to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cures. Shirley serves on the Affiliate Board of Directors and has been volunteering for the Affiliate for over a decade. Ann serves on the Affiliate’s Race Committee and is a metastatic breast cancer survivor whose story has inspired many.   Pictured above: Executive Director Christine McDonald with award recipients Ann Bisgyer (pictured left) and Shirley Cyr (pictured right).
Survivor of the Year Award - Dr. Devon Webster An individual who is a breast cancer survivor and a member of the community who has supported and demonstrated the Komen commitment and inspired others who travel the journey of breast cancer to live the Komen promise: to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cures. This year's award was presented to Dr. Devon Webster, who is a tireless fundraiser, popular speaker at numerous Komen events and currently serves on the Affiliate’s Medical Advisory Committee. Devon is a breast cancer survivor and medical oncologist with NW Cancer Specialists.  Pictured above: Executive Director Christine McDonald with award recipient, Dr. Devon Webster.
A group of volunteers who demonstrate dedication, commitment, creativity, initiative and dependability to the Komen Affiliate and the breast cancer community. Their achievements, time, compassion and volunteer spirit serve as benchmarks for all volunteers. Through their teamwork, they have made significant strides that impact our promise: to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cures. The “Strength of Many” award was presented to the Affiliate’s Race Merchandise Committee, a dedicated team of volunteers who for over ten years have managed all aspects of the Komen Portland Race for the Cure’s retail sales.  Pictured above: Representing the Race Merchandise Committee, Elise Brickner-Schulz (left) and Lori Rush (right) with Executive Director, Christine McDonald.
Community Partner Grantee Award - Harney County District Hospital A community partner who has received Komen grant funding for at least two years and has implemented an outstanding program that significantly impacts their target community and demonstrates Komen’s promise: to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cures. This award is nominated by the Komen Grant Committee. The “Community Partner Grantee” award was given to Harney District Hospital, whose breast health outreach project, “Breaking Barriers and Extending a Hand”, serves woman living in rural areas of Harney County by providing education about breast cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment and support. Their program has improved access to mammography services for Native American and underserved women living in Harney County.  Pictured above: Executive Director Christine McDonald with Sonni Svejcar from Harney District Hospital
A company that provides financial support, initiative, dedication and a sustained commitment to the Komen Affiliate, our community and to the Komen promise: to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cures. This award is nominated by the Komen Development Committee. For over a decade, Clear Channel has provided extensive promotional support to the Affiliate, including major events such as Komen Portland Race for the Cure.  Pictured above: Executive Director Christine McDonald with Clear Channel VP Market Manager, Robert Dove.
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