In 2007, Winn-Dixie launched a multifaceted program which has raised more than $1,000,000 since its inception to help increase breast cancer awareness, provide mammograms for economically disadvantaged women, and conduct research. Through this program, Winn-Dixie Stores and the Winn-Dixie Foundation have supported the National Breast Cancer Foundation, The Donna Foundation, The American Cancer Society, and the North Florida affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
Additionally, through a partnership with Winn-Dixie’s vendor community and the Winn-Dixie Foundation, an annual contribution of $300,000 has been made to the National Breast Cancer Foundation through purchases of participating products made by customers during the month of October.
In 2008, Winn-Dixie contributed over $100,000 to the American Cancer Society through its Making Strides Against Breast Cancer program.
That same year, Winn-Dixie also announced its $100,000 premier sponsorship of The Donna Foundation’s National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer. This race is the only breast cancer marathon in the country that is dedicated exclusively to raising funds for breast cancer research and care. Over 60 members of the Winn-Dixie Corporate Running Team participated in this race in 2008 to raise awareness and show support for the cause.
In 2009, Winn-Dixie committed to a $200,000 sponsorship with the North Florida affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. It was the largest single contribution the local affiliate has ever received! The donation represents Winn-Dixie becoming the presenting sponsor of all Komen North Florida events in the 2009-2010 season, including Laugh for the Cure, Mary Lakes Invitational Bowling Tournament, Race for the Cure, Row for the Cure, and Art for the Cure.
About National Breast Cancer Foundation
National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) helps save the lives of thousands of uninsured women by reaching them at a vulnerable time in their life and ensuring they have good breast healthcare. NBCF has earned the four star rating from Charity Navigator for four consecutive years. Charity Navigator is America’s premier charity evaluator, recognizing NBCF for sound fiscal management.
About 26.2 with Donna
26.2 with Donna The National Marathon to Fight Breast Cancer is the only U.S. marathon dedicated solely to raising funds to end breast cancer. Their mission is to passionately produce world class running events to raise funds for ground breaking breast cancer research and empower women living with breast cancer.
About Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, that she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever. In 1982, that promise became Susan G. Komen for the Cure and launched the global breast cancer movement. Today, Komen for the Cure is the world’s largest grass-roots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cure. Susan G. Komen for the Cure has invested nearly $1 billion to fulfill their promise, becoming the largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world. Additional information about the North Florida affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation can be found on the event website at www.KomenNorthFlorida.org.
About Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is a noncompetitive walk that unites communities to honor and celebrate breast cancer survivors, to educate women about prevention and early detection, and to raise money to fund lifesaving research and support programs to help eliminate breast cancer as a life-threatening disease.
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