WBTV Live Interview

Monday, July 13th, Karen and Renda were interviewed live on the noon show on WBTV! WBTV is considering Focused on a Cure as their chosen non-profit organization to sponsor for 2009. The ladies were excited to be there and see how everything worked behind the scenes.









Click here to watch their 1 minute and 50 seconds of fame!

It's official!

Focused on a Cure is now a non-profit organization! Our planning is coming along very well for the "Piggin' Out for Pink" event!

What: 1st Annual Focused on a Cure event
When: Friday, August 28th from 6pm to 10pm
Where: Propst Farm, 1500 Weddington Road, Concord, NC

Entertainment: Documentary Survivor Film by KA Studios, Too Much Sylvia
Dinner: Bar-B-Que donated by Punchy's Diner
Speakers: Jane Jacobs (survivor) and possible others

Tickets: $50 each
Dress: Your fancy denims
Fundraising during Event: Raffle Baskets and Souvenirs to Purchase

GOAL: $10,000 (to be donated to NE Foundation)

To purchase tickets, stop by the studio or give Renda a call at 704.933.5600.

Thank You

Last week, we had the honor of photographing Jackie Linker. She is one of our survivors for our 2009 Focused on a Cure. A few days later, we received a heartfelt card from Jackie's daughter, Meredith. With her permission, we wanted to share it with you.

Karen,

I wanted to say "thank you" for including my mom (and aunt) in your breast cancer photo gallery. They had an incredible time yesterday. We as a family don't take many pictures but they said that they felt like little kids having their pictures made. Thank you to you and your staff for making them feel so special. You have a big heart and are very talented. This wonderful combination are sure to shine through with the creation of "Focused on a Cure." I can't wait to see the final gallery and hear all of the new stories at the Fashion Benefit this year. God bless you and your staff for all of your great works!

Sincerely,
Meredith Valentine

Here are a few of our favorites from Jackie's session....











Thank you, Jackie, for being a part of Focused on a Cure.

Survivor Movie Film Day

We have big plans for Focused on a Cure 2009. During our 1st annual Focused on a Cure event on August 28th, we plan to show a documentary film of a few of our survivors and their families, telling their story of their battle against breast cancer. This video contains candids images from the film day in early June.

The final film will contain video that was filmed and editted by KA Studios Cinematography. We hope you can make it to our event on August 28th to see the final film.

We've set our goals high and we're aiming to raise $10,000 on August 28th. We hope you'll join us in the fight against breast cancer.

Relay For Life 2009

IP participated in the Relay for Life in Cabarrus County a couple weeks ago. As of March 8th, the day of the Relay, Cabarrus County had raised about $88,000. The goal for the event was $100,000. Throughout the night, they hosted different fundraising events, such as raffling gift baskets, a Mr. Relay pageant (where the guys collect as many donations as they can and the winner wins the title of Mr. Relay), and each team could host their own fundraiser at their tents. On the evening of the Relay, Cabarrus County collect $35,000 to add to the original donations... in one night!

IP had a tent at the Relay, where we showcased our 2008 Focused on a Cure survivor exhibit. We were able to talk to alot of other survivors and even recruit a few for our 2009 exhibit. Although all these survivors are fighting the same disease, every story has a unique trait that we want to share.

We're so excited about our 2009 exhibit and we have HUGE plans for this year's campaign. At this point, we can tell you to mark your calendar for Friday, August 28th! Other details will come soon!

Here's some candids from our Relay experience. Enjoy!

All Aboard

Judie joined us for Train Day last Wednesday at the NC Transportation Museum. As you know, Judie's story is "All Aboard!" She sees life as a train station and her Great Conductor will decide which track for her to be on. To Judie, her suitcases represent taking hope, faith, and perserverance along with her on her voyages.

Needless to say, the NC Transportation Museum in Spencer, NC was the PERFECT location for Judie's portrait!

Facebook Party AKA Girls Night Out

Admit it! Most of us have one picture that we like of ourselves and it's been our facebook profile picture for the last year. Well, here's your chance to get a new one that you'll love for the next year!

But it's not just about the profile picture! We're turning this into a Girls' Night Out! We'll have ladies here doing hair, makeup, paraffin dips, and neck messages. And we'll have ladies selling purses, jewelry and bras! We'll also have some food and refreshments! What more could a girl ask for??

And the best part is.... you get your new facebook look for only $15. All the money we collect during this Girls Night Out will go towards our 2009 Focused on a Cure Breast Cancer Survivor Campaign! This is a wonderful cause and we hope you'll help us support something we're passionate about.

Here are a few FAQs we've received so far...

Can I bring my kids or my husband with me?
Sure you can! If you want them in your profile picture, bring them!

Do I need an appointment?
Nope! You can drop in whatever time is best for you between 5 and 8pm on Friday. Don't wait too late though. You don't want to miss out on the complimentary hairdo, nail treatment, make up and neck massage!

Hope to see you there!