Lee National Denim Day October 2
From Barbara Preston, Student Affairs:
On Friday, October 2, Keene State College will be coming together for a very special “casual Friday.” As Lee National Denim Day moves into its 14th year, KSC is gearing up to participate in our fifth year in this grassroots program, which has raised more than $75 million for breast cancer research by simply asking the nation to put on their jeans for a $5 donation to the Women’s Cancer Programs of the Entertainment Industry Foundation (EIF).
Funds raised from participation in Denim Day will support:
- Groundbreaking research at Lee Translational Laboratories nationwide to find less toxic, more effective treatments.
- Development of an early detection blood test in collaboration with the Breast Cancer Biomarker Discovery Project.
- Grassroots advocacy work of the National Breast Cancer Coalition to help educate those faced with breast cancer.
In 2009, the program will also benefit the personal foundation of the 2009 Lead Ambassador Christina Applegate, the Right Action for Women Foundation. With this new layer, KSC’s donations will be working even harder to fight the disease.
KSC offices/departments may register at the official website. KSC community members who would like to participate make their donation to the staff member who is collecting for their office/ department/division. If your office is not officially registered, you are welcome to contribute through any participating office. Donations may be made by cash or check made out to “Lee National Denim Day” or online. My team ID number is 223165.
The President’s Commission for the Promotion of Wellness will provide participating on-campus offices with informational signs explaining why we are wearing denim as well as general information on breast cancer.] Please let me know if you will be participating, so we can provide you with signage. Thank you for your support.
