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In Celebration Of Women’s History Month:
Charmettes Host ‘Sparkling Pink Cancer Survivors Luncheon’
Dress For Success To Host Spring Fundraiser
JANICE LONDON ...President
In celebration of March being National Women His- tory Month, the Hillsborough County Chapter of The Charmettes, Inc., sponsored their annual “Sparkling Pink Cancer Survivors Luncheon.” The well-supported event was held on Saturday, March 23, 2019, at St John Progressive M. B. Church in the Life Cen- ter.
The luncheon was held in honor of those who have sur- vived their struggles with can- cer and are continually living a happier life.
After dining on a lovely lunch, Charmette Jacque- line Wilds introduced the speaker, Minister Josephine Brodie Hub- bard, who herself is a cancer survivor. Minister Hub- bard kept the audience’s un- divided attention as she told her story of the struggles she went through as a victim of this dreadful disease.
Also, on program was Ms. Linda Paige, former staff member of H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center. Ms. Paige encouraged the ladies to con- tinually visit their doctors on a regular schedule, stay on their medication, and pay close attention to their nutri- tion, as it played an important part in their continual recov- ery.
Charmettes Joyce Austin and Corlis McIntyre ex- tended special recognition to the survivors, for the strug- gles, efforts, and strength they displayed in conquering this destructive disease. Each of the ladies received a gift bag from the Charmettes, as well a beautifully styled wig of their choice and color.
Cancer research is the main focus of The Charmettes, Inc., nationally, as well as the organization’s national project. Locally, the Hillsborough County Chapter
worked closely with the com- mittee.
Freeman Nurse was in at- tendance.
Charmettes Delores (Dee)
Williams and Ruby French Charmette Andreatha
On Thursday, April 18th, residents will gather at Dil- lard’s International Mall, 2223 N. Westshore Blvd. #500. The purpose of the gathering is the Spring Shop- ping Soiree Fundraiser for Dress for Success. The event will begin at 6 p.m. and con- clude at 8 p.m.
The event showcases Spring Fashions and Former Clients Walk the Red Carpet.
Ms. Katie McGill, Dress for Success Tampa Bay Exec- utive Director, said, “Come out and enjoy food, fun and fashion for a good cause.”
Ms. Donna Douglas,
Dress for Success Tampa Bay Chairperson said, “This an- nual event helps our clients step into their future. These fabulous women walk the run- way alongside our fashion models, thusly boosting their confidence and self-esteem. The biggest win is that we con- tinue to support the programs through Dress for Success.”
Ms. Patsy Greene, Dress for Success Tampa Bay Co- Chairperson said, “This year’s
theme is ‘Step in Style,’ as we help our clients step into their future.”
In addition to the fashion show, the evening features light refreshments, raffle prizes, live entertainment, and a chance to shop the new spring fashions.
Models will include former Dress for Success Tampa Bay clients, women from the com- munity, and professional Dil- lard’s models.
The mission of Dress for Success Tampa Bay is to em- power women to achieve eco- nomic independence by providing a network of sup- port, professional attire, and development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. The nonprofit helped more than 2,000 women in 2018 and received the WEDU “Be More Empowered” award in 2015.
Anyone wishing to obtain additional information or who wants to become a sponsor for the shopping soiree contact the Dress for Success Tampa Bay office at (813) 259-1876.
From left to right are: Charmette Joyce T. Austin, Event Chairman; Sylvia Myrick, Irene Johnson, Rugenia Meeks, and Charmette Betty Kinsey.
has financially supported both H. Lee Moffitt and Howard University Cancer Centers. Currently, the national organ- ization has donated over $600,000.00 to the research center at Howard University. In addition to the research center, a portion of those funds are being used as schol- arships for grad students who are interested in participating in special areas of cancer re- search.
In recognition of The Charmettes, Inc., and the sponsorship they have con- tributed to the cancer center annually for the past 25 years, a new infusion room was added to the facility. The new wing is graced with the name, The Charmettes Incorporated Infusion Center. To view the center at Howard University, visit the organization’s web- site, The Charmettes, Inc., Na- tional.
Charmettes Joyce Austin, Chairman, A. Mona Newsome, Co-Chairman; LeJoan Franklin, Betty Kinsey, Vivian Kitchen, and Corlis McIntyre, Com- mittee Members; Charmette
Janice S. London, Presi- dent.
MS. KATIE McGILL Dress for Success Tampa Bay Executive Director
MS. DONNA DOUGLAS Dress for Success Tampa Bay Chairperson
MS. PATSY GREENE Dress for Success Tampa Bay Co-Chairperson
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