10th Anniversary Rock the Ribbon Celebration Honors Breastcancer.org and the Millions of Lives Touched by Local Non-profit Organization
Ardmore, PA, September 29, 2010 – As a grand finale to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Grammy Award-winning singer, Harry Connick Jr. will be the featured performer at Philadelphia’s famed Academy of Music on Saturday, October 30, 2010 for Rock the Ribbon – the 10th Anniversary celebration and benefit concert for Breastcancer.org.
Founded in Wynnewood 10 years ago, Breastcancer.org has become the world’s leading online breast cancer resource reaching more than 27 million people across the globe with the most reliable, comprehensive and up-to-date medical information, as well as much-needed peer support.Breastcancer.org serves those affected by breast cancer by helping them better understand complex medical information, guiding them through their medical and emotional journey and connecting them with an empathetic, supportive peer community.
Proceeds from Rock the Ribbon will help fund enhancements to Breastcancer.org’s current online content and expand its reach through Spanish translation tools, mobile applications, a suite of video programming, and an expanded risk reduction initiative.
Philadelphia native, nationally recognized singer and songwriter and cancer survivor, Lauren Hart will serve as emcee for the night’s festivities. The evening also will feature other entertainment found only in Philadelphia.
“This is a tremendous milestone for Breastcancer.org and we are delighted to host this event in our home city. We are proud to be a Philadelphia-based company with the ability to support millions of women throughout the world. It’s a special time to pay tribute to the many women with breast cancer and their family and friends who love and support them,” said Dr. Marisa Weiss, president and founder of Breastcancer.org.“We are incredibly thankful to Harry Connick, Jr. for what is sure to be a memorable evening and to Genentech, our presenting sponsor of the event and a valued and enduring supporter of Breastcancer.org.”
Corporate sponsors have lined up to support Rock the Ribbon, with Genentech leading the evening’s event as Presenting Sponsor.
“Supporting patients with our treatments is only part of our commitment.It’s just as important to support the advocacy organizations that these patients rely on, “added XX of Genentech. “Breastcancer.org has been at the forefront of providing the resources so critically needed by those affected by breast cancer as they sort through very complex information and issues when making the decisions that will be best for them.We’re honored to be a part of their ten year anniversary celebration.”
The Rock the Ribbon concert with Harry Connick, Jr begins at 8 PM. Tickets can be purchased through www.breastcancer.org/rocktheribbon or by calling
Ticket Philadelphia 1-215-893-1999.Separate tickets are also available for a pre-concert reception.
Harry Connick Jr.
Harry Connick, Jr.’s career has been studded with awards and recognition, including several multi-platinum and gold albums, Grammy and Emmy awards and a starring role in the Tony-winning Broadway musical, Pajama Game.The New Orleans native is an acclaimed singer, composer, big-band leader and actor.He has appeared in numerous films including the blockbuster “Independence Day,” “Little Man Tate,” “Copycat,” “Hope Floats,” and “P.S. I love You,” as well as television roles on “Cheers,” “South Pacific,” and “Will & Grace.”Connick also starred in “Living Proof” a Lifetime television movie on Dennis Slamon, the UCLA doctor who developed the breast cancer drug Herceptin.In addition to his musical and acting accomplishments, Connick has also made his imprint on the rebuilding of his hometown after it was devastated by Hurricane Katrina in 2005.Connick and fellow musician and New Orleans native Branford Marsalis teamed up with Habitat for Humanity to develop Musicians’ Village in the city’s Ninth Ward, which was among the hardest hit areas.The organization has built homes, a park and recently broke ground on the Ellis Marsalis Center for Music, named in honor of the legendary jazz pianist.
About Breastcancer.org
Breastcancer.org is the #1 online resource for breast health and breast cancer information and support, with more than 6,000 pages of expert-reviewed information and a robust, dynamic peer support community. A non-profit organization, Breastcancer.org receives more than 8 million visits each year. Read More…
