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MISSION
To channel the power of our creative energy to enlighten and educate the furnishings industry regarding breast cancer.
GOALS
Education • Prevention • Assistance
SPECIFIC PURPOSES
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To unite the furnishings industry in the battle against breast cancer. |
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To support each other in survival and demonstrate through example that survival is possible. |
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To assist caregivers and their families in their valuable and demanding role. |
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To overcome the fear and shame associated with breast cancer. |
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To support prevention through education. |
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To provide funding to research that supports the Foundation’s goals. |
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HISTORY
The Common Thread For The Cure Foundation 501 (c) (3) was founded in 2000 by Suzann Burkhead-Bray and Scott Burkhead in memory of their sister, Sandra Burkhead Campbell, who lost her long term battle with breast cancer in February 1999.
DIRECTORS
Suzann Burkhead-Bray
International Fabrics, Inc. |
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Scott Burkhead
Burkhead Brand Consultants
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Jane Barea
Walter Robbs Callahan Pierce |
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Charles Bray
International Fabrics, Inc. |
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Paul Brayton
Paul Brayton Designs |
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Judy Dobin
Valley Forge Fabrics, Inc. |
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Joel Herrman
Krug |
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Mike Mekjian
SitOnIt Seating |
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Chuck Saylor
izzydesign
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Scott Schwinghammer
Versteel |
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OFFICERS
Suzann Burkhead-Bray
Co-Chair |
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Scott Burkhead
Co-Chair |
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Jane Barea
President |
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Linda Higgins
Secretary |
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Patty Younts
Treasurer |
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Karen Kontoulas
VP Fundraising |
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Joan Shatley
VP Publicity & Communications |
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Christi Barbour & Christi Spangle
Co-VP Industry Relations |
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