D AV I D PAT R I C K C O L U M B I A years old, discovered a lump in his chest. It turned out to be a tumor. Soon after he was in surgery and it was removed. The doctors gave him six months to live. Grandfather surprised them and lived beyond the six months. He died 57 years later at 97! BCA is unique, as they invest in innovative, early-stage research, regional education, and dignified support and screening for the underserved. Over its more than two-decade history, the Alliance has funded cutting-edge research and one-year postgraduate
breast surgery fellowships at more than 25 of the nation’s leading research institutions. 25% of their funding goes to assist the underserved and financially strapped individuals in need of treatment and emotional support. Today the organization has 30 Board members with a President—Mary K. Jeffery, along with an Advisory Board of 14, and a Medical Advisory Board of seven, and what Yonni referred to as “the most amazing group of high-powered women volunteers who care and work hard
to make BCA a success.” There are only two paid staff members: Yonni, the Exec Director, and her Executive Assistant Crystal Stoute. This coming October 26, BCA is hosting its 22nd annual lunch and fashion show at the Hyatt Regency in Greenwich. The Guest Speaker will be Amy Robach of ABC News and 900 will be attending. The luncheon also includes a fashion show—this year the Oscar de la Renta Collection will be presented. It will be preceded by the heart-warming and emotional annual celebration
of survivorship with Breast Cancer Survivors who showcase fashions from Richards of Greenwich, lighting up the runway with their smiles and determination. For more information, visit breastcanceralliance.org. May is one of the busiest months on the social calendar, a close second to October and November. When someone asks about Society of today in New York, I respond that there is no longer Society as we knew or imagined it. It has taken a different profile. Wealth and prominence play a
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