The ways to help Women Playing For T.I.M.E. (WPFT) raise funds and awareness are limited only by the ideas generated by its supporters. Over the years, the group has been assisted by many people and local businesses. From the young girls who set up their lemonade stand, to the cocktail receptions sponsored by retail stores, from artists donating to silent auctions to neighborhood tournaments, the many-faceted events demonstrate the broad-based support for cancer research and treatment in our community. We hope the activities featured in this web site will stimulate you with ideas about how you may be able to help us with our mission.
2010 Activities And Fundraisers
Pink Shopping at Saks Oct 21-24, 2010 - $5,490.00
The final numbers are in from the Saks Fifth Avenue
Key to the Cure event that was held last October. The event raised
$5,490.00 for Women Playing For T.I.M.E. Special thanks and appreciation
to Jay Hansraj, Executive Assistant from Saks, for contacting and
selecting WPFT to be their local charity of choice for this event! Visit Saks.com/Orlando.
Lake Nona Golf Event - October 18-19, 2010 - $550,000 (combined from all events)
Once again, the Lake Nona Signature Golf event
was a huge success! Thank you Marcia Marks and Barb Kauffman for
organizing and hosting the event, Shelia Carter-Little for organizing
the basket center pieces and Susie Aspinwall for coordinating the
luncheons. The staff at Lake Nona
was incredibly gracious and always helpful. The golf course was in
spectacular shape and the greens were running fast! We can't wait until
next year!
Dragon Boat Festival - October 16, 2010 - $50,000
It's amazing! We've had more than 20 local teams sign up paddle in the Orlando International Dragon Boat Festival at Walt Disney World. But we have room for more! If you, or your company would like to put a team together, it's easy and no prior experience is required! WPFT is the charitable partner for this festival and a portion of registration fees from local teams will benefit WPFT. Contact Lynda Canatay for more details. Gear up andget ready to paddle!
Walk on Water - October 9th & 14th - $5,000
Our friends at Walk on Water hosted their ”Runway to Hope Fashion Shows” using local cancer
survivors as their models. Besides the fashion show, the festivities included hors d’oeuvres and drawings for fabulous prizes. The store
in Winter Park Village held their event on Saturday, October 9th with no charge to attend. The Lake Mary Colonial
Town Park store held their event on Thursday, October 14th from 6:30
- 8:30 pm with limited seating for a $20 donation.
Keene's Pointe Golf Event - October 11, 2010 - $20,665
Keene’s Pointe - Golden Bear Club hosted its Inaugural Golfing For T.I.M.E Tournament
and much to our delight raised more than $20,000 at their event held on
October 11, 2010. Special thanks and appreciation to tournament
chairman Molly Rose and her committee for putting on a wonderful mixed
golf event that everyone thoroughly enjoyed!
Bloomingdale's Walk is October 10, 2010 - $545
Everyone had a wonderful time at the Bloomingdale's Walk For T.I.M.E held on October 10th at the Mall at Millenia.
Thanks and appreciation to Thomas Nooft and the entire Bloomingdale's
team for their support. Special thanks to Panera Bread who provided
participants with complimentary pink ribbon bagels and hot coffee...a
perfect start to a great morning!
Dr. Phillips Think Pink Fun Run - October 9, 2010 - $4,814
Dr. P. Phillips Hospital and the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA Family Center
hosted a 5K race and health fair that took place on October 9th at the
Dr. P. Phillips YMCA. Together with the Dr. Phillips Rotary Club, more
than $4,800.00 was donated to Woman Playing For T.I.M.E. and MD
Anderson Cancer Center Orlando. We sincerely thank the entire Dr.
Phillips community for their help and support!
EWGA Golf Tournament - October 9, 2010 - $5,500
The Orlando Chapter of the Executive Women's Golf Association hosted a golf tournament on Saturday, October 9, 2010 at Reunion (Palmer course) in support of breast cancer awareness. The EWGA generously designated Women Playing For T.I.M.E. as their charitable beneficiary. This tournament is open to both men and women golfers.
Hope Hike - October 8, 2010
Always scheduled as one of the early events in October, the Hope Hike brings together passionate city officials, brilliant minds from MD Anderson Cancer Center Orlando, cancer survivors and the strength of the community. This year, hundreds of supporters met on Friday, October 8, 2010 for a one mile pink hike from Orlando City Hall to the top of the stairs at MD Anderson Cancer Center Orlando. Refreshments were provided.
Colourz For Hair & Nails -October Special - $300
Those who purchased a pink hair extension during the month of October for $10 helped support WPFT in October. Colourz donated 50% of each sale back to WPFT and MD Anderson – Orlando. Many thanks to owner Susan Boyce. The salon is located at 810 W. Montrose St. in Downtown Clermont. They are open daily - Tuesday to Saturday and Wednesday evenings. Call 352-243-9009 for more information.
KaDe Haircuts Benefit WPFT - October 3, 2010 - $876
On Sunday, October 3rd, from 12:00 - 4:00 pm, KaDe Hair Designers
offered wet cuts for $10. Proceeds were donated to WPFT and MD
Anderson Cancer Center Orlando. KaDe's is located in the new Westwood
Village - Lake Mary/Sanford. Thank you Deanna Drew-Grisanti for her
continued support of WPFT!
Brighton Collectibles Kick Off - October 1-2, 2010 - $2,850
Our friends at Brighton Collectibles Mall at Millenia and Altamonte Mall are hosting their Breakfast to Kick Off their Power of Pink Bracelet promotion this October. Mall at Millenia will be hosting their event on October 1st & 2nd at 8:45 am. The Altamonte Mall store will host their event on October 2nd at 8:30 am. The bracelet’s theme is "Love is All You Need" and $10 from each sale will be shared between WPFT and Young Survivor’s Coalition.
Panera Bread Goes Pink on October 1, 2010 - $35,217
Panera Bread - The Best Partners Ever!
How
do we begin to thank our wonderful partners at Panera Bread? While the
donations are still being tallied, Panera Bread has informed us that
they sold more than 21,000 pink ribbon bagels during their October 1st
promotion. We would like to thank and recognize Eryn Catter - Director
of Public Relations and Sales and Jaclyn Dunn - Director of Marketing,
for all their help and support. Pink Ribbon Bagels at Panera Bread helps give hope for a cure!
Breast Cancer Seminar-September 30, 2010
MD Anderson Cancer Center Orlando hosted a Breast Cancer Awareness, Prevention and Treatment educational seminar on Thursday, September 30, 2010 from 5:00p-8:00p. The complimentary evening featured information, education, healthy living tips and food. It was hosted by the Breast Cancer Specialty Team and a Breast Cancer Art Exhibit.
Tennis For T.I.M.E.- October, 2010 - $20,272
We are pleased to confirm that the following clubs and courts contributed $20,272 in donations during 2010. Thank you Bay Hill Club & Lodge, Ft. Gatlin Tennis Center, Lake Cane Tennis Center, Keene's Pointe Country Club, Isleworth Country Club and Heathrow Country Club. In Deland, new teams include the Brandywine Tennis & Fiitness Center and the Deland Tennis Center. Please contact Lynda Canatay for more information.
WPFT Fall Committee Meeting - Sept. 20, 2010
WPFT Co-Founder Elaine Lustig, will host the annual WPFT Fall committee meeting on September 20, 2010 at the Orlando Health Foundation from 10a-12p. The guest speaker is Dr. Nikita Shaw,who will speak on "The Myths On Breast Cancer".
Pink Heals Tour - September 17, 2010 - $2,937
Guardians of the Ribbon are a group of firefighters, police officers and leaders in the community whose purpose is to raise awareness and funding for the fight against cancer for women throughout the country. The group is driving the truck cross-country in support of cancer victims,survivors and their families. The bright pink fire truck will be pulling into Orlando to support WPFT on September 17, 2010. Watch for more details coming soon!
Harriett Lake Jewelry Sale - Sept. 16, 2010
Be On The Park is hosting a one-night-only sale of Harriett Lake's personal jewelry and handbag collection on Thursday, September 16, 2010 from 5p-8p. The proceeds will benefit Women Playing For T.I.M.E.'s Dragon Boat Program and The Orlando Ballet. Come out and join the fun! You might find the perfect piece of jewelry for you or a friend!
Altamonte Christian School - May 6, 2010 - $325.50
On May 6, 2010, WPFT was the recipient of a check for $325.50 from Altamonte Christian School for the proceeds raised from their Pink Day Fundraiser. The students raised these funds by making a donation to WPFT and in return, they were entitled to wear a pink shirt to school instead of their regular uniform.
The WPFT Spring Social - April 21, 2010
On April 21, 2010, WPFT volunteer Kalani Meffe hosted a Spring Social at her beautiful home in Windermere. Guests enjoyed a selection of wines, "pink" cosmos, and fabulous hors d’oeuvres. The Spring Social provided an opportunity for established volunteers to meet new volunteers and for committee members to mix and mingle. A Salsa dancing demonstration was provided by WPFT Events Manager Lynda Canatay and her partner Soreyrith Um. WPFT volunteer Setsi Day and her partner, Shawn Swaithe, performed a West Coast Swing dance for everyone's entertainment and enjoyment.
The Corporate 5K Run - April 15, 2010
WPFT was present at this new, annual event at Lake Eola in Central Florida, that hosted more than 12, 000 people on April 15, 2010. WPFT had a table-top display and provided cancer prevention and resources along with materials about the new Dragon Boat Sporting program at the Orlando Rowing Club.
The Dragon Boat Launch Celebration - April 8, 2010
On April 8, 2010, the Orlando community welcomed the arrival of its first Dragon Boat, purchased by Women Playing For T.I.M.E. through a grant provided by Harriett Lake, a local philanthropist. A new Dragon Boat Sporting Program has been created by the Orlando Rowing Club at Lake Fairview, which serves as the home for the WPFT Dragon Boat.
The Tavistock Cup - March 22, 2010
For the fifth year in a row, Women Playing For T.I.M.E. provided the volunteers to operate the beverage carts during the prestigious Tavistock Cup Tournament held at Isleworth Country Club on March 22- 23, 2010. This two-day exclusive tournament between the PGA players who reside at Isleworth Country Club and Lake Nona Golf & Country Club, donates all of the tips generated by the beverage carts to WPFT and MD Anderson – Orlando for breast cancer research. This year, WPFT volunteers raised $7,292 for the cause.
OARS Regatta - March 13, 2010
The Orlando Area Rowing Society held the OARS Masters Invitational Regatta on March 13-14, 2010 and named Women Playing For T.I.M.E. as their charitable beneficiary. Following the event, a check for $1,000.00 was presented to WPFT.