Four Brookfield businesses are raising funds and discounting popular beauty services during the month of October as part of a nationwide initiative called Pretty in Pink. They are among 16 facilities in Southeastern Wisconsin that are participating in the effort, and include: ANEW Skin & Wellness (19265 W. Capitol Drive); Metamorphosis Salon & Day Spa (15655 W. North Avenue) and VICI Capilli Salon (Brookfield Square – 95 N. Moorland Road).

The Pretty in Pink campaign, which is held annually in October to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, benefits Bright Pink in 2009. Bright Pink is the only national non-profit organization with an exclusive focus on the prevention and early detection of breast and ovarian cancer in high risk, young women.

Each one of the more than 100 spas and salons that participate in Pretty in Pink nationwide makes a contribution of $199 to Bright Pink, and provides their services at deeply discounted fees to raise awareness for the charity. During Pretty in Pink, created and implemented by PrettyCity.com, consumers may select from offers of contemporary beauty services for just $31 that include posh pedicures, 60-minute massages, European facials, haircuts and color, eyelash tinting, Brazilian bikini waxing as well as skin-saving microdermabrasion and photo facials.

Consumers may log on to www.prettycity.com/pink to browse participating locations and their $31 services, as well as to make additional donations to support Bright Pink.

Since 2007, the Pretty in Pink campaign has raised $20,000 every year for its charity partners. It began in 2005 with 31 participants that raised $600.

Pretty in Pink expanded into the Milwaukee market in 2007 with two participants, grew to five last year and more than doubled that number this year.

“Milwaukee is a thriving area, far too often overlooked in national campaigns, and we wanted to spotlight this pretty city by expanding the program in Greater Milwaukee,” said PrettyCity.com founder, Carolyn Brundage. “We’re thrilled with the new partners that have joined this project to support Bright Pink fundraising as well as help build buzz for BCA Month by generously and deeply discounting their services.”

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Healing From the Outside In: A Celebration of Survival

Georgia Cancer Foundation and Spa Sydell Launch ‘Pamper Me Pink’ Promotion

to Benefit Georgia Cancer Foundation (GCF) Breast Cancer Initiatives

 Georgia Cancer Foundation, one of Georgia’s leading cancer non-profit organizations, has joined with Spa Sydell, Atlanta’s premiere day spa, to launch a statewide initiative known as the Pamper Me Pink campaign. The purpose is to raise awareness and donations to support GCF breast cancer initiatives.

During September and October 2008, Spa Sydell clients will have the option of purchasing from a series of specially designated “pink” spa packages, 10% of which will directly benefit GCF breast cancer programs. Clients may choose from the Divinely Pink Quickie Facial & Massage with the Pink Grapefruit Vitality masque, or the Powerfully Pinkalicious Mani/Pedi & Facial. Pink Spatinis will be provided for parties of four or more. Corporate packages are available and Spa Sydell clients will receive a distinct pink ribbon pin, along with a self breast-exam brochure.

Proceeds from the Pamper Me Pink promotion will be donated to Georgia Cancer Foundation’s women’s services, including the low-cost mammogram program, Bosom Buddies support groups, Angel Boutique – a community service that provides breast cancer patients with specially-fitted mastectomy bras, wigs, hairpieces, and breast prostheses – and ChemoChicSM, a monthly class designed to empower women who are undergoing chemotherapy treatment.

According to Tracy Madigan, Director of Development at GCF, the Pamper Me Pink campaign reinforces the message that breast cancer is neither a patient’s defining characteristic nor a death sentence. “Spa Sydell and Georgia Cancer Foundation understand and recognize that healing after a diagnosis of breast cancer is a whole-body process,” she said. “Ours was a natural collaboration, since both of our organizations are service-focused and committed to doing whatever we can to ease the bodies, minds, and spirits of individuals impacted by this disease.”

“Because so many of our clients are women, it was important to us that we reach out in support of the thousands of metro Atlanta women who are affected by a diagnosis of breast cancer each year and the friends and family who support them,” said Richard Harris, President of Spa Sydell. “Aligning with Georgia Cancer Foundation has allowed us a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community that has supported us throughout the years.”

About Georgia Cancer Foundation:

Based in Atlanta, Georgia Cancer Foundation provides education, early detection and support for Georgia residents affected by all types of cancer. Through its innovative programs and extensive support group network, the Foundation caters to newly diagnosed patients, those currently undergoing care, and survivors—as well as those in need of low-cost early detection.

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Only One Week Away — All 24 Houston Massage Envy Clinics to Give Away 1000s of 1-Hr Massages to Men/Women Who Want to Fight Breast Cancer

‘Massage for the Cure’ Set for September 15, 2008
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Only 1 week away: Fight breast cancer and enjoy the benefits of a free 1-hour massage at Massage for the Cure — a day-long event slated for September 15 and sponsored by 24 Houston-area Massage Envy clinics.

The event will raise money for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Houston affiliate.

This is what’s happening: On Monday, September 15, all of the 24 Greater Houston-area Massage Envy clinics will offer a free 1-hour therapeutic massage session to any man or women in support of the Komen for the Cure Houston Affiliate.

“For a donation of any amount, any Houstonian who calls for an appointment will receive a free, one-hour therapeutic massage from any of our 24 Houston-area Massage Envy clinics,” said Lance O’Pry, regional developer of Massage Envy clinics in the Houston area. O’Pry said every Massage Envy clinic will be fully staffed with licensed massage therapists and every penny collected will be donated to the Houston Komen affiliate. The money will serve the needs of Houston-area women.

Reservations for appointments will be accepted beginning at 8 a.m., Monday, September 8. Massage Envy clinics are open from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m., first come-first serve. “Call early. This event is popular and massage appointments go fast,” said O’Pry.

Contact Houston-area Massage Envy clinic of your choice,” said O’Pry. “Or, walk into one of our clinics and make the appointment in person.” He said the addresses and phone numbers of every Massage Envy clinic is at www.massageenvy.com.

Massage Envy Clinics in the Houston area

Massage Envy Clinics Atascocita
Massage Envy Clinics Bay Colony
Massage Envy Clinics Clear Lake
Massage Envy Clinics Copperfield
Massage Envy Clinics Cypress
Massage Envy Clinics FM 1960/Eldridge
Massage Envy Clinics FM 1960/Willowbrook
Massage Envy Clinics Galleria
Massage Envy Clinics Gleannloch Farms
Massage Envy Clinics Katy-I-10
Massage Envy Clinics Katy – Cinco Ranch
Massage Envy Clinics Kemah
Massage Envy Clinics Kingwood
Massage Envy Clinics Memorial
Massage Envy Clinics Meyerland
Massage Envy Clinics Missouri City
Massage Envy Clinics Pearland
Massage Envy Clinics River Oaks
Massage Envy Clinics Sugar Land/Greatwood
Massage Envy Clinics Sugar Land/Woodbridge
Massage Envy Clinics Magnolia/Westwood Village
Massage Envy Clinics The Woodlands/Indian Springs
Massage Envy Clinics The Woodlands/Market Street
Massage Envy Clinics West University

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