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The 2011-12 fiscal year was one of great celebration and astounding accomplishments against all odds. In November, 400 supporters, survivors and staff gathered to celebrate The Rose’s 25 years of service. What fun we had -- looking back, remembering the good and bad times, and saying “thank you.” What plans we had – looking forward to a new year of growing our insured patients while maintaining the same level of sponsored services for women in need.

And then … the months following our celebration made it clear that our work was far from over.

We were besieged by requests for help. The fear and uncertainty that pervaded our State brought continued economic woes and with it the loss of jobs and medical insurance. More women than ever before turned to The Rose for help, and no one was turned away. The demand for our services taxed every existing resource and pushed funding and our staff to their limits. We had no choice, we are driven by our mission - access to quality breast health care for every woman.

By the end of July 2012, over a thousand more uninsured—a total of 9,686—found care at The Rose ... a level and depth of care that is not offered anywhere else in Texas … care that meant hope for all and life for those diagnosed with breast cancer.

We are proud to share our successes with you, proud of the work that has been done, yet we know it cannot begin to compare with what lies ahead of us. We are confident that we will meet every challenge because of the amazing support from our insured patients, our funders, and the hundreds of individuals who give from their hearts -- people like you – The Rose’s very own caring community.

Thank you.

Dorothy Gibbons Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder

The Rose Invites Women to ThinkGinger Smith was well aware that 40 marks the age when it’s recommended that a woman receive an annual mammogram. She knew, but fear of the unknown made her put it off … until her friend Kathy suggested they make a day of it. Now the community organizer who helps take care of more than 85,000 people annually through the Mission Centers of Houston is taking care of “me, too.”

That’s the concept behind a new awareness campaign launched at The Rose in October that asks women to make a commitment to breast health care. Me2 can be interpreted in three ways: (a) an affirmation of women who think “me, too” and schedule an annual screening, (b) a way to encourage women as they play with the concept of “me plus two” and enlist two insured women to join them for a Me2 day of mammograms and fun. (Facebook and Pinterest will be outlets for sharing how they are taking care of themselves and others too.) And finally, (c) “me to the second power” celebrates the impact that three insured women coming to The Rose cover the cost of an uninsured woman’s care.

“I really like the idea that two friends and I can cover a mammogram of an uninsured woman simply by taking care of ourselves,” said Smith when introduced to the concept of Me2. “I work with women every day who wait until everyone else – family, friends – have what they need before they ever consider their own concerns. I’m pleased to support another nonprofit that has found a way to make their work sustainable,” said Smith.

Sustainability was the impetus for a three-year business plan that challenges The Rose with the vision of almost tripling the number of procedures offered through its two facilities and two mobile units by 2015. Once accomplished, the ratio of three insured women for every one uninsured woman will enable The Rose to use monies received from donations and grants to expand services and the outreach.

“I am so excited about our plans and this new awareness campaign,” said Dorothy Gibbons, the CEO and Co-Founder of The Rose. “Every woman deserves The Rose -- the quality of care we provide; the dignity we offer; and the compassionate, caring community we are. Me2 will allow The Rose to grow with confidence, ensuring we will be here for many more women in the future.”

Linda Evans planned on volunteering at The Rose and then discovered the many benefits of thinking Me2. She told staff at The Rose that due to changes in employment she hadn’t had a mammogram in two years. They asked if she wanted one and she did. Before the day was over, she had peace of mind and had comforted others waiting for their appointments.

Follow us on Pinterest! Then when you upload a pin on your page and you think it fits one of our boards, simply tag “@The Rose-Quality Breast Health” in your comments. We will be notified to add your pin! Remember, your pin can be a photo of you, an idea, a quote - whatever you think fits “Me2”!

Go to our Facebook event page and add your ideas there.

Have stories, photos, questions? Email us at Me2@TheRose.org.

To make your appointment, call 281.484.4708. www.pinterest.com/TheRoseHouston www.facebook.com/TheRoseBreastHealth

Share your stories and photos with us!

A note of thanks to our caring community …

Dorothy GibbonsChief Executive Officer and Co-Founder

American Cancer Society and Yoplait Recognize Dorothy Gibbons and The Rose Dorothy Gibbons is a breast cancer champion. Supporters of The Rose have long been aware of the Co-Founder and CEO’s tireless efforts in the 26-year history of the organization. November 2012 the recognition went nationwide as the American Cancer Society successfully nominated Gibbons for Yoplait’s So Good Initiative. The distinction is meant to celebrate and empower a select group of breast cancer champions who have taken their outstanding everyday efforts to fight breast cancer “from Good to So Good.” Yoplait will provide monetary awards totaling $134,000 to help 14 champions across the U.S. improve their already outstanding community-based breast cancer efforts. The gift to The Rose will help fund the Empower Her Sponsorship Program, ensuring that an additional 200 uninsured women will receive care. About the American Cancer Society:The American Cancer Society is the most effective breast cancer-fighting organization in the world. The Society invests more in breast cancer research than any other cancer type, and thanks to improvements in treatment and early detection, more women are surviving breast cancer than ever before. Today, nearly three million breast cancer survivors living in the U.S. will celebrate another birthday this year.

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Energy-Saving Upgrades at The Rose Help Save LivesThe Rose anticipates saving between $34,000 and $38,000 annually after making $325,088 in improvements at its Featherwood location in southeast Houston. Funds for the upgrades came, in part, from the Energy Efficiency Incentive Program (EEIP), an initiative of the City of Houston’s Green Office Challenge which recognizes innovative ways -- such as retrofits and new operation methods -- that can be introduced to reduce utility costs and greenhouse emissions in office buildings.

“We will be able to cover the medical costs of more than 300 women each year as a result of those savings,” Dorothy Gibbons, CEO and Co-Founder of The Rose, said. “Everything we do is for our women. So we were first in line when we discovered the potential funds available through the Energy Efficiency Incentive Program (EEIP). We are incredibly grateful for the community support that helped make these upgrades possible.”

Colliers Property Management provided oversight of the project while Danny Earp and Oates Industries completed the roofing at a reduced cost.

Every woman deserves quality, breast health care …Announcing New Additions to Patient Navigation Services

“On the day I was diagnosed, I vaguely remembered someone telling me to make sure to get my dental work done now. But everything was so foggy that day, and I could not recall why I should do this. I’m so glad I had a nurse to call to ask. Cathie explained that chemotherapy lowers my immune system, which poses a greater risk for infection with dental work. I know I can call her anytime and ask any other questions…” – a grateful recipient of patient navigation.

After hearing, “You have cancer,” all the words that follow can seem like a foreign language. So having a guide through the medical maze of treatment – your own personal patient navigator – is a welcomed resource.

Recent funding for an Oncology Nurse Navigator from the Avon Foundation for Women has allowed The Rose to expand patient navigation services to insured as well as uninsured patients.

Cathie Sublett, Registered Nurse, joined The Rose in July, bringing an impressive background in ICU nursing and home health. She completed Breast Health Navigator Training in September.

Cathie’s warm, reassuring smile and nurturing demeanor are welcomed additions to the team of navigators who assist more than 80 women – either newly diagnosed or currently in treatment -- each month. Cathie’s particular focus is ensuring our newly diagnosed patients are aware of clinical trials. She provides each woman with an explanation of her particular cancer and makes her aware of her options for sources of treatment. With her broad knowledge of programs throughout Harris and the surrounding counties, she is able to connect the patients of our referring physicians to assistance near where they live as well as help with securing wigs, locating support groups, and much more.

Now, all of our patients -- insured or uninsured -- have the benefit of patient navigation. “Our goal is to help them make informed decisions about their treatment choices,” says Cathie. “And for every woman to know she has a place and a person to turn to.”

One woman’s experience …Survivors Sharon Haidusek and City Councilmember Ellen Cohen (pictured at left) wait in the “green room” before appearing on a breast cancer awareness segment on Great Day Houston with Deborah Duncan. Sharon, who has two degrees in hotel/restaurant management and a resume highlighting experience at notable hotels and well-regarded establishments throughout the hospitality industry, praises our Patient Navigators.

“I’m extremely grateful to all the people at The Rose. I had my ultrasound and biopsy done at the Galleria location where I was treated with kid gloves. Everybody was loving and understanding,” she explained. Her gratitude prompted her to not only send a thank you note but to share her story with Deborah Duncan’s viewers.

“I CARE” Heard Loud and Clear from VolunteerThe I CARE In Action program offers Methodist Hospital employees a unique opportunity to help make a difference in the greater Houston community by providing employees with paid time to volunteer their expertise and passion to assist others.

Dawn Elliott was one such volunteer. She chose The Rose because 11 years ago – as a then 8-year survivor – Co-Founder Dr. Dixie Melillo performed a biopsy for her. “I was very frightened of a recurrence of breast cancer, but her excellent bedside manner and calm demeanor put me at ease,” she explained.

After assisting with a variety of communications projects in October, she was asked by staff if she would be open to speaking to a church on behalf of The Rose. Since her faith tradition was unknown, an “out” was immediately provided should she feel any discomfort.

“I’m a preacher’s daughter,” she laughingly explained as she quickly accepted the role.

Speaking of her experience as a 19-year-survivor, Dawn made quite an impression on the women at the North Houston church. One member of the congregation wrote her afterwards, “As I listened to your recounting of all that happened … on your breast cancer journey, I realized that your testimony is not just to help women become more aware of their bodies, I realized that prevention is critical. I am very thankful that you came and spoke to the women about cancer.”

The Rose is also extremely grateful to all our volunteers. We have needs all year long, such as answering phones, attending health fairs, scheduling patient appointments, and graphic design. If you would like to know more about corporate volunteer programs like I CARE In Action or individual volunteer opportunities, please email volunteer@therose.org.

Dawn Elliott (third from left) came to The Rose through Methodist Hospital’s I CARE In Action volunteer program.

Pictured (l to r, from top) Baker Goldsmith and Lisa Lin, City of Houston; Ivy Guice, HARC; Joel Braceworth, Colliers Property Management; Danny Earp, Oates Industries, Inc.; Bernice Joseph, The Rose; J.J. Vickers, Colliers Property Management; Pam Lyle, The Rose; Monica Neukomm, Department of Energy; Dorothy Gibbons, The Rose.

The Rose’s Patient Navigator team includes: Sally Reyes, Marlene Acuna, Cathie Sublett, Elizabeth Esparza and Delia Ceja.

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The Rose has been living the “best of times” and the “worst of times.” For that we owe you – our patients and supporters – a thank you and a sincere apology.

Over the past four months, our ancient phone system and limited staff combined with an increase in calls meant reaching us was often difficult. The increase in the number of calls to The Rose is a good thing. Every day more and more women are discovering The Rose’s high level of quality care. And, every insured woman understands that her paid mammogram helps us care for someone without insurance.

But if you or your physician calls and has to hold for very long, that’s a bad thing.

We’re facing two problems -- an ancient, well-used telephone system (actually it’s only 8-years-old but in the communications world that’s getting close to ancient) that simply cannot keep up with the higher volume AND a need for more employees to answer and direct those calls.

Believe me, a new telephone system and adequate staff are funding priorities for 2013. Your help or funding suggestions toward reaching that goal are very much appreciated. Our short-term answers – we’ve improved software and we’re making shifts in personnel – are helping. In the meantime, our commitment to our patients compelled us to find ways to remind those who were more than 16 months “late” in scheduling their annual mammogram that it was time to take care of YOU.

I can’t tell you how many women have said they appreciated that extra reminder. For at least two women our call may have translated into a chance for longer survival. Fortunately the cancers we discovered fell into the “early stage” of diagnosis. One woman told me, “Who knows how long I would have waited? Thank goodness The Rose kept at me.”

Every woman deserves The Rose and the quality breast health care we provide. So we promise – with your continued support -- to “keep at it” in whatever way is needed.

Thank you for your patience and support and, most of all, for celebrating with us throughout 2012.

As we enter into a New Year, we remain grateful for all the women who always choose The Rose, for all the physicians who refer their patients to The Rose, and for all the other ways our community supports The Rose.

Dorothy Gibbons

Co-FoundersDorothy W. GibbonsDixie U. Melillo, M.D.

The Rose Board of DirectorsMyrleen P. Knott, Chairman

Bob DomecCherise Esparza

Jess A. FieldsJames W. Freyer

Jeanne GillenGarrick Hatfield

Michelle MeissnerDonna Mittendorf

Maria ToddCorkey Turner

Tom WatsonTheodore Yang, M.D.

Our Mission is to reduce deaths from breast cancer by providing

screening, diagnostics and access to treatment for all women regardless of ability to pay.

Services Include: Mammography, Ultrasound, Biopsy, Physician

Consultation and Patient Navigation.

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Every woman deserves The Rose. Every woman deserves quality breast health care.• 32,746 – total patients served in 2012• 9,686 – of them were uninsured• 99% of the patients we cared for were cancer-free• The youngest diagnosed patient in 2012 was 23• Almost 10% of the patients served in 2012 were under 40• 45 women were diagnosed after having their first-EVER mammogram• In the last 5 years, the youngest patient we served was 8 years old … the oldest was 101

Quality, breast health care for our patients is made possible, in part, due to the generous donations of our doctors, clinics, and hospitals in the The Rose’s Physician Treatment Network who offer at least one service annually at no charge. Last year 505 of our uninsured women diagnosed with breast cancer required 7,491 procedures from this dedicated group of voluntary providers!

• Two mobile units reaching 7,386 women through 147 sites.

• Serving women in 40 cities / 15 counties. • 4,699 -- little less than half the total number

of sponsored women are reached by our mobile units.

We break down barriers. We ensure access to care.

Statewide PartnersCancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas – CPRITBreast and Cervical Cancer Services - BCCS

Corporate PartnersABM Property CorporationAmerican NationalArchdiocese of GalvestonCity of ConroeCity of LaporteCity of PasadenaConoco PhillipsContinental AirlinesCyberonicsDevon EnergyEnbridgeFederal Reserve BankGE EnergyHalliburtonHarris CountyHewlett Packard

Lockheed MartinMetro-DowntownMickey Leland Federal BuildingPasadena Post OfficePGI InternationalRandallsService Corporation InternationalSouthwest AirlinesTifco

Local PartnersChambers HealthGood NeighborHealth Ctr SE TexasHope ClinicLesbian Health InitiativeLight & Salt AssociationLone Star Community Health CenterMethodist Cancer CenterProject MammogramProject ValetShalom ZoneUTMB

Annual Report 281.484.4708 www.TheRose.orgFiscal Year 2011-2012August 1, 2011 - July 31, 2012

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Thank you to our partners for making Mobile Mammography Possible!

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Thank you to our Amazing Donors!$500,000+

Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT)

$200,000 -- $499,999Houston Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure

Avon Foundation for WomenBreast & Cervical Cancer Services (BCCS)

Randalls Food MarketsThe J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation, Inc

$50,000 -- $199,999John S. Dunn Foundation

Energy Efficiency Incentive Program (EEIP) – City of HoustonThe Cullen Trust for Health Care

Pink Ribbons ProjectSt. Luke’s Episcopal Health Charities (SLEHC)

The Fondren FoundationVivian L. Smith Foundation

American Cancer Society, High Plains Division, Gulf Coast RegionJohn P. McGovern Foundation

The Methodist Hospital

$25,000 -- $49,999ZT Wealth (Altus Health Care Management, L.P.), Taseer Badar

Pinnacle Financial Strategies Foundation (PFS Foundation), Joe and Jeanne GillenMake Tuesdays Matter at Casa OléHerman Memorial, The Woodlands

Marathon Oil Corporation

$5,000 -- $24,999

$5,000 -- $24,999 Continued

$1,000 -- $4,999

Carl C. Anderson Sr. and Marie Jo Anderson Charitable FoundationAngels Among Us Foundation, Brenda ChapmanArmani PlumbingBaylor College of Medicine Breast Center Advisory CouncilBayway Lincoln, Darryl and Linda WischnewskyBeta Sigma Phi – Houston City CouncilBikers Against Breast Cancer (BABC)Blue Cross Blue Shield of TexasBP America Inc., Legal, Ethics and Compliance and HRBP Foundation, Inc.Harry S. and Isabel C. Cameron FoundationCancer Fighters of Houston, Inc.Clarence and Ann Cazalot CGGVeritas Services Inc.

CIGNA FoundationComerica Bank, Donna MittendorfCooper Industries FoundationCurian Clearing, LLCCypress Falls High SchoolDella’s BarBob and Elaine DomecMargaret & James A. Elkins FoundationEmployees Community Fund of Boeing HoustonFarouk Systems, Inc.Ray C. Fish FoundationFort Bend Junior Service LeagueJames FreyerGenentech, Inc.Patrick and Dorothy Gibbons

Greater Houston Community FoundationGeorge and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation Gulf Coast Medical FoundationHealthco Pharmacy Corp.Healthcare and Nursing Education Foundation (HNEF)HEB – Public AffairsAlbert & Ethel Herzstein Charitable FoundationHillcroft Physicians, Dr. Hamid Razavi and Dr. Forough FarizamiHouston Community CollegeHouston Marriott South at Hobby AirportHuffington Foundation

International Longshoreman’s Association (ILA Local 28)Jump for The Rose, Marian SparksKanaly Trust CompanyDr. and Mrs. Kim KellerThe Lyons FoundationM.D. Anderson FoundationMadison Charitable Foundation, Inc.Medallion Foundation, Inc.Dr. Dixie MelilloMemorial Drive Presbyterian ChurchMexican Restaurants, Inc.Alice Kleberg Reynolds Foundation Mithoff Family Foundation

Kyle and Myna Munglenomorerack.comFred and Mabel R. Parks FoundationPremier Cares AwardReliant Energy Charitable FoundationAlex Rodriguez Mercedes-Benz, Garrick HatfieldMary M. RollinsThe Simmons FoundationWelton and Sharon SimpsonSkim2Live, Carey SeylerLester and Sue Smith FoundationSt. Martin’s Episcopal ChurchSybaris Group LLCThe Bill & Helen Crowder Foundation

The Clayton Fund, Inc.The George FoundationThe Kroger Co.The TJX Foundation, Inc.The Trull FoundationCorkey and Debbie TurnerIsla Carroll Turner Friendship TrustUnited AirlinesVanguard Charitable Endowment ProgramJohn and Deborah WilliamsWoodforest Charitable Foundation (Woodforest National Bank)David and Elaine Wynegar

Albemarle FoundationAldine Ninth Grade SchoolAMA Gives BackSandra AndrusArcola Feed & Tack, LLCARGUS SoftwareAltus Cancer CenterAugusta Pines Ladies Golf AssociationTaseer and Zohra BadarDomingo and Gina BarriosBayou City GatorsBayshore Medical CenterBest Buy of PasadenaBest Choice Oil & Gas Tools, Inc.Dawn BoehlerBounce EnergyElzey and Melissa BourqueBP Fabric of America FundThe Louis K. Brandt FoundationBrighton Collectibles - BaybrookBrighton Collectibles - Highland VillageBrighton Collectibles - WillowbrookBrisket Cases, LLCKitten BrizendineMelanie BrownBuffalo Flange, Inc., Myrleen KnottVince and Sally BurkettCCIM Houston Gulf Coast ChaptersCedar Park JewelryChevron Phillips (Jane Phillips Society Channel Chapter)Shirley ChristyChubb & SonAlden ClarkJanet F. ClarkCoastal Plastic, Reconstructive, & Hand Surgery, Dr. Todd W. AdamSusan CofranComedySportz Houston (DiDi’s World Productions, Inc.)Covenant Delivery ServiceRodney and Judy CreelCy-Fair Women’s ClubRebecca DalbyDaniel Measurement and Control, Inc.Daughters of Isabella (1403 Mary and Martha Circle)Dawson High School (Pearland I.S.D.)Deepwater Junior HighDeer Park High SchoolD’Etta Casto-DeLeon and Steve DeLeonBeth DennardEast Houston General Surgery, Dr. Leonidas S. MirandaEl Paso CorporationRick and Linda ElliottEndo PharmaceuticalsEnescoCherise EsparzaExxonMobil FoundationRoberta Farrington

Federation of Houston Professional Women Educational FoundationJess A. FieldsCatherine FinleyThomas and Jenny FitzpatrickFrank’s & Sons JewelryPamela GallagherDr. Elena GeppertJoe and Jeanne GillenPatsy GrahamBarbara GrayGreen Tech PanamaHalliburton Giving ChoicesSandra T. HartleyGarrick HatfieldH-E-BPaul Hellman FoundationHouston Chapter of LinksIndustrial Transportation & Towing LLCIris NDT MatrixNeil JacksonJames Avery CraftsmanVernon JohnsonHarris and Eliza Kempner FundBen E. KeithKILT-AM SportsRadio 610Kingsbury ConstructionKingwood Women’s Golf AssociationPaul KleinElliott and Myrleen KnottLabay Middle SchoolLady Gators Booster Club, Dickinson High SchoolLake Houston Chapter WCRLakeview Quilters GuildRoger LeLNF Enterprises, Inc., (Casa Ole No. 13), Larry ForehandLouise McBee Circle of Life, Circle of Wreaths, Susan McBee MeleM. Ford & Associates, Inc.Matthew Golf, LLCLeah Lynch McFaddenAndrew and Isabell McKinneyThe Robert and Janice McNair FoundationMDD Investments, Inc. (Casa Ole No. 5), Larry Forehand and Roger ForehandBenjamin MelanconMichelle MeissnerMercerThe Merfish-Jacobson FoundationRaymond and Anne MeynSusan MillerRichard and Ginni MithoffDonna MittendorfDr. and Mrs. Barry NelmsPatricia NidayTeresa J. NobraOates Industries, Inc.Ole Restaurants, Inc. (Casa Ole No. 53), Bob DomecDr. and Mrs. Ward ParsonsRobert L. Patin and Rosemarie WaiandStanley and Diane Paur

Doug Perley and Eileen CampbellDonald and Holly PerryHelen PerryJohn and Wynell PhelpsPinot’s PalettePipe Fitters Local 211Power Design, Inc. DBA Project V5Precision Radiotherapy Center, Dr. Theodore YangRainforest Café - GalleriaRedfish RoadhouseAmy RigsbyRockin’ The TaTa’sDr. and Mrs. Daniel RoubeinSan Jacinto Harley-DavidsonWanda M. SchillerAngela SchoemanServe Up A Cure HoustonShirley SheffShell Deer ParkSusan SinclairSusan Kaye Sinclair and Alice K. SinclairSnowman Poker LeagueSoK Salon on KirbySouth Atlantic & Gulf Coast District International Longshoremen’s AssociationSt. Francis De Sales SchoolSt. Pius X Catholic SchoolKathryn S. Stream, Ph.D, Award for Excellence in Women’s HealthTrey SullivanSummer Creek High SchoolAmy L. Sutton and Gary W. ChilesBruce D. TadeTexas Citizens Bank, Tom WatsonTexas Motor Transportation ConsultantsThe Breast Health CollaborativeThe Grateful GeezersThe Greensheet, Misha McClureThe Lubrizol FoundationThe Sterling Group of Companies, LLCThe Urban VineDr. and Mrs. Richard L. TheriaultElla ThomasMaria ToddKerry and Linda WalshTom WatsonStephanie WehringWells FargoDebbie WernetWestpark Communications, L.P.Westside Flower Exchange/Houston Flower GirlsMark and Jan WetzelDwayne and Juanita WilliamsCarol WrightWomen’s Golf Charities Inc.Dr. Theodore YangCathy ZabelJohn and Melissa Zapp

*Fiscal Year 2011-2012 was August 1, 2011 – July 31, 2012. For a complete list of donors $250+, please visit www.TheRose.org.

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Shrimp BoilMore than 1,000 participants filled the Pasadena Convention Center for The Rose’s 23rd Annual Shrimp Boil July 14th. For the first time in its history, the afternoon-long community event exceeded $100,000 in funds raised, including the addition of a never-before-utilized $10,000 Kingfish sponsorship level.

Jump for The RoseInclement weather delayed but did not deter the fundraising by the 3rd Annual Jump for the Rose skydiving event on September 29 and 30. JFTR’s founder, Marian Sparks, was also recognized by Susan G. Komen for the Cure for her leadership and strength, bringing national recognition to JFTR and The Rose.

Bikers Against Breast CancerJanet and Bobby Slocum, owners of Second Chance Saloon, launched the BABC’s push toward a record-breaking 5th anniversary with an October fundraiser and became the first-ever $15,000 “Leader of the Pack” Sponsor. The 5th Annual Bikers Against Breast Cancer is scheduled

for May 11, 2013 and is currently recruiting more sponsors. In addition to the Slocums’ generous support, San Jacinto Harley Davidson is partnering with BABC – scheduling the ride as their annual open house (which attracts thousands) and thereby ensuring additional riders, media and sponsors.

Breast cancer knows no age limits and neither does raising awareness. In October, 17 schools -- ranging from pre-school to higher education -- put the fun in fundraising and donated more than $35,000, enough to help over 300 women secure much-needed mammograms!

In recognition of their A+ efforts, we’ve inducted these schools into The Rose Honor Roll, a new initiative to assist and encourage students in their awareness-building activities.

Examples of their creativity include the second annual, campus-wide, male beauty pageant held at Rice University. “Mr. Rice” brought tons of entertainment, lots of laughter, and highly appreciated funds.

On the high school front, Seven Lakes High School, transformed their Orange Out Day to a Pink Out day for The Rose. Sales of their Pink Out T-shirts and donations totaled $10,000. Meanwhile, the annual Dig Pink game at Cypress Falls High School has turned into a community event with other high schools in the district and their sister school, LaBay Middle School, joining the cause.

The Rose has lots of CHEERS for these compassionate (and clever) students!

Schools Make The Rose Honor Roll

October Events

The Rose Honor RollAldine Ninth Grade SchoolBrookline ElementaryDeepwater Junior HighDeer Park High SchoolDig Pink at Cypress Falls and Cypress Creek High SchoolsDig Pink at Houston Baptist UniversityLa Bay Middle SchoolLa Porte ElementaryLakeshore ElementaryLutheran South AcademyPearland Touchdown Club at Pearland High SchoolPrimrose School of SugarlandRice University - Mr. Rice 2012Seven Lakes High School Pink Out!Never Too Late To Palpate at San Jacinto CollegeUniversity of Houston AmbassadorsTotal: $35,839.27

Pretty in “Pink”A Shear Thing Hair SalonBeyond Beaute’ Pajama PartyBrighton Collectibles Power of Pink sales at Baybrook Mall, Highland Village, and Willowbrook MallDesigns by Lynn Bridal Trunk ShowDonna Mizani ClothingFarouk Systems, Inc. - CHI Flat Iron salesMama’s & MartinisMarq Salon - “Do Good, Feel Good, Look Amazing!”Nellie’s CreationsPink Zebra Sales by Cheri BueltelShear Madness SalonSpa and Jewels Party by Vanessa Wodehouse and MaryCarol HoeselTastefully Simple

“Pink” Goes GreenAugusta Pines Ladies Golf AssociationSkanska Construction 3rd Annual Golf TournamentTeam Tiara 3rd Annual Golf Tournament

Stepping Out For The RoseArcola Feed & Tack - Trade for a Difference DayBayway Auto Group - Drive Smart For A CauseBras For A CauseJump For The RoseLady ‘Stros Fight Like A Girl Softball TournamentLifebridge Baptist ChurchMethod Evolutions - Pearland’s Best Body PCL Construction Company Breast Cancer WalkPink Party by Solo Mujeres MagazineScenefestSecond Chance Saloon - Bikers Against Breast Cancer BenefitThe Stiletto Stampede

Dining Out For The RoseA Flawless AffairChick-Fil-A at 59 and Little YorkChick-Fil-A at Beltway 8 & WallisvilleChick-Fil-A in Sawyer HeightsFrench Country WinesGuru Burgers and CrepesHaak Vineyard and WineryMake Tuesday’s Matter at Casa Ole’Sudies Seafood RestaurantsYum! Yum! Gourmet Popcorn

In addition to the Honor Roll listed above, these organizations helped bring our October fundraising total to an amazing

$222,571!

Celebrating a Year of Record-breaking Fundraising!

Save the Date for these Upcoming Events

Monday April 15, 2013Time to Care Luncheon

Saturday May 11, 20135th Annual Bikers Against Breast Cancer

Saturday July 13, 2013 24th Annual Shrimp Boil

Summer 2012 SKIM2LIVE

October 2013 4th Annual Jump for the Rose

Monday October 28, 2013 The Rose Golf Tournament

Our Kingfish Sponsor, SKIM2LIVE is a non-profit skim boarding team launched in 2008 by Carey Seyler to support The Rose.

Team “Pink”Abacus PlumbingAlex Rodriguez Mercedes-BenzAdams Insurance AgencyBounce EnergyBP October BenefitCapital Bank - National Jeans DayEnesco Figurine SalesFiat of Clear LakeJane Phillips Society Channel ChapterLeader NewspaperMcKasckle Family DentistryPink Ribbon Inn at Bussey’s Something SpecialSuncoast RecourcesTowing 4 Ta-Ta’sTurtle and HughesUnited Airlines Foundation Pink ProgramUnited Auto Auction

Thank You!

October Eventscontinued

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