It's that time of year, spring break, prom, formal dances, swimsuit season. As we are enjoying the warm weather, just remember, there is NO such thing as a safe tan. Even occasional use of a tanning bed puts you at a 75% greater risk of getting melanoma.
Take a moment to learn the facts: http://vimeo.com/9178369, this short Public Service Announcement has been brought to you by the Melanoma Foundation of New England. Together we can make a difference. Ann Harrington and Anne Frentzel
Co-Founders, Ann's Hope Foundation
Earn extra money for Ann's Hope by signing up at www.igive.com . It's simple and free, and when you designate Ann's Hope Foundation as your cause, a percentage of your purchases come to us!
Ann's Hope Foundation has teamed up with Aurora Health Care and would like to share an informational and informative video on melanoma cancer and our organization. Please take a few minutes to view at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqSkNtQaFZw
Praire du Chien Half Marathon and 5K Race Benefits Ann's Hope
A portion of the proceeds from the 2010 Prairie du Chien Half Marathon and 5K Race will benefit Ann's Hope Foundation.
The half marathon and 5k races take place on May 1st, 2010. For more information go to: http://pdchalfmarathon.info/
6th Annual Block Melanoma 5k Run/3k Walk with Charlie Bell
Join Milwaukee Buck's star Charlie Bell and his wife Kenya on Sunday, May 16th at the 6th Annual Block Melanoma 5k Run and 3k Walk at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Sign yourself or your team up for the event. Fundraise $500 or more online and be entered in a drawing to win a Luxury Suite at a Milwaukee Brewer's Baseball Game. Other prizes for fundraising include: 4 courtside seats at an upcoming Milwaukee Buck's Game and a weekend stay with dinner at the Hilton Milwaukee River, shirts, hats and fleeces.
Join Bob & Bridget Grasch at the 2nd Annual Taste 4 Melanoma on May 16th at the Western Racquet Club in Elm Grove. Enjoy tasting over 60 wines, fabulous hor d' oeuvres and chocolate fountains. Have fun bidding on terrific silent auction items! Each guest will receive a bag of surprise gifts. All proceeds go to Ann's Hope Foundation. Go to www.taste4melanoma.org for more information, to become a sponsor or donate an auction item.
Night of Hope - July 17th
Join the John Gehl Family as they remember and celebrate Faye Gehl's life on Saturday, July 17th, 2010 at the "Night of Hope" on beautiful Beaver Lake in Hartland, WI. 100% of the donations will go to Ann's Hope Foundation for Melanoma Cancer Research grants. To find out how you can become a sponsor or guest at this truly amazing evening, email info@annshope.org. Dinner, cocktails and dancing, featuring music by The Love Monkey's ensure the night will be filled with fun.
4th Annual Toast to a Cure - October 15th
It's not to early to think about Fall, mark your calendar now and save the date for October 15, 2010 for the 4th Annual Toast to a Cure at the Brink Lounge in Madison, WI. Email Kathleen Rawlsky at krawlsky@charter.net or info@annshope.org to become a sponsor or donate a raffle item. Proceeds from the event support UWCCC Melanoma Research.
Ann's Hope Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable/not-for-profit organization and all donations are tax deductible.
Join the John Gehl Family as they remember and celebrate Faye Gehl's life on Saturday, July 17th, 2010 at the "Night of Hope" on beautiful Beaver Lake in Hartland, WI. 100% of the donations will go to Ann's Hope Foundation for Melanoma Cancer Research grants. To find out how you can become a sponsor or guest at this truly amazing evening, email 