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February 2025 • Pink Ribbon Connection Newsletter

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2025 Stars of Pink Fashion Show

Save your seat!

Saturday, October 11th, 2025

Indianapolis Marriott Downtown

Reservations are now on sale for $125 each or a table of 10 for $1,250. You may choose to use montly installments for individual tickets with easy automatic payments. Please include your guest's name or table captain

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This is a fabulous event that you don't want to miss!!

Have you every dreamed of walking in a professional runway show? Now is your chance! We are looking for Breast Cancer Survivors to walk in our annual Stars of Pink Breast Cancer Survivor Fashion Show on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

Call or email us by February 15th if you would like to be a model in this year's show.

Numerous Sponsorship Benefits!

Do you know of a company that may be interested in being a sponsor for the show? Sponsorships are available for $1,250-$10,000. Please contact our office: info@pinkribbonconnection.org for details.

Mark Your Calendars

Empowering Survivorship:

The Role of Physical Therapy in Breast Cancer Recovery

with Dr. Erica Herron and Dr. Carolyn Cebalo

Thursday, March 20th

1139 Shelby Street ~ 46203

(Free parking at the Goodwill)

Join us for an informative and empowering session designed specifically for life after breast cancer treatment. Explore the many benefits of physical therapy, focusing on how it can enhance quality of life during and after treatment.

*Restoring strength and mobility

*Managing shoulder and neck pain

*Issues related to scar tissue from surgery and radiation

*Prevention and management of lymphedema

*Regaining abdominal strength and flexibility after DIEP reconstruction.

*Pelvic floor health - pain with intercourse and urinary leakage

Whether you're in the midst of treatment or adjusting to life as a survivor, this talk will provide valuable insights and practical tips to help you feel stronger, more comfortable, and more in control of your body as you continue your healing journey.

This session is not just about surviving—it's about thriving!

if you would to join us for this free session. Free dinner will be served.

Meet The Therapists

Erica Herron and Carolyn Cebalo, two experienced and compassionate therapists, bring a combined 50+ years of clinical expertise to the table. Both have specialized knowledge in breast cancer rehabilitation and are certified lymphedema therapists, helping patients manage and prevent lymphedema. In addition, they are pelvic floor specialists and manual therapists, skilled in a variety of techniques to address the unique needs of patients, particularly those recovering from cancer treatments and surgeries. Together, Erica and Carolyn are committed to helping you regain your strength, mobility, and confidence, providing expert care with a focus on your individual journey.

Thank You!

A huge thank you to 100+ Women Who Care of Hamilton County for raising $5,812 for Pink Ribbon Connection! These funds will be such a big help for the women who come into our office!

Thank you to Lanee Marshall of Mary Kay Cosmetics for creating goody bags for our breast cancer survivors. The bags are filled with various pampering items such as warm fuzzy socks, hand and body lotions for sensitive skin, and lip balms.

Whiteland High School Girls Basketball

A big thank you to the Whiteland High School Girls Basketball Team for raising $2,110 for Pink Ribbon Connection at their annual Pink Out Night!

A big thank you to our partners at Brighton Collectibles for raising $516 for Pink Ribbon Connection during their annual "Power of Pink" campaign!

We Need Supplies

We NEED Bras

We are in need of 38B/C & 40B/C bras. If you have any to donate please drop them by our office at 1139 Shelby Street, or contact us at 317-255-7465 to make arrangements to have them picked up. We appreciate your generosity!

Every Day Ways to Support Us

Purchase a T-Shirt

Pink Ribbon Connection t-shirts come in all sizes. Show your support and raise awareness by purchasing one of our new t-shirts.

Order yours today!

Donate Your Car

Pink Ribbon Connection now accepts your donated vehicle! Just call our office at 317-255-7465 and let us know you want to donate your car to Pink Ribbon Connection. We will then call our towing partner, Hanna's Wrecker Service, and a representative will call you and make an appointment to pick up your car. They will come, with identification, at your convenience, to tow the car to their lot. They hold regular car auctions and will auction off the car, with the proceeds donated to Pink Ribbon Connection.

You will receive a tax receipt for the amount your car sells for at the auction. The receipt will be mailed to you by Pink Ribbon Connection. Every cent of the money stays right here in Central Indiana to assist breast cancer patients and their families with support, resources and information.

Donors & Volunteers

We would like to thank last month's donors and volunteers.

We would not exist without you, your kindness, and your support. Thank you!

Corporate Donors

100+ Women Who Care - Hamilton County

American Water

Brighton

Halstead Architects

Hidden Truth Home Inspections

Indy Ignite

Liberty Mutual

Meijer

Microsoft

Total Quality Logistics

UHG

Whiteland High School Girls Basketball

Individual Donors

Anne Adams

Jennifer & William Baker

Todd & Tara Croy

Nelda Farrar

Amy Featherston

Ann Feehan

Linda Ferguson

Carrie Fisher

Jenny Gabbard

Libby Glentzer

Michael Halstead

Jennifer Havener

Kristi Heckman

Taryn Johns

Mary & Sally Kavalec

Amy Koch

Jennifer Lange

Lisa Lanham

Alysia Larson

Lanee Marshall

Kathleen McGuire

Kate Nixon

Bessie Proffet

Mauren Robertson

Michael & Susan Schweickert

Pamela Stein

Mary Swartz

Stefanee Townsend

Joan Wigel

Brenda Woods

Kelly Ellen Zerla

Volunteers

Jaden Helterbrand

Nancy Skiles

Board of Directors & Staff

Board Chair

Beth Kiggins

Vice Chair

Dawn Holt

Treasurer

Jessie Wylie

Secretary

Jennifer Baker

Jodie Ferise

Cathy Gray

Ann Kavalec

Karla Bibbs Lovelace

Stephanie Probst

Bessie Proffet

Victor Schneider

Colleen Bolden Smith

Teia Stapleton

Executive Director

Dori Sparks-Unsworth

Office Manager

Brenda Beard

Resources & Videos

Cancer Support Community (CSC) announces select hybrid program offerings hosted in-person. Consider joining in-person or virtually while maintaining a high level of safety as operations return to normal and taking every preventative measure possible. Not all programs will have an in-person option available initially. Review The Companion for in-person programs, events, news, and more.

Karuna Precision Wellness Center is an integrative wellness center for cancer survivors. Located at the Indianapolis Healthplex and offers many services virtually. Therapies are focused on three key areas; mental/cognitive health, physical health, and nutrition. Financial assistance is available for clients at 350% of the federal poverty level or those who are suffering financial hardship due to medical bills. For more information visit Karuna Precision.

Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC) has published a "Guide for the Newly Diagnosed." You may view it online or purchase a printed copy.

Free Personal Intimacy & Wellness Guides for anyone who needs it! These guides are crafted for the patient and their specific needs. Personal Intimacy & Wellness Guide - Reclaiming Intimacy

Pink Ribbon Connection

1139 Shelby Street,

Indianapolis, IN 46203