LINC's "Lunch in the Garden" held on May 14th was a great success, raising over $16,000 to assist our clients through personalized services, pro bono advocacy and education.
We extend a heartfelt "Thank You" to all who participated, our speaker Mr. John M. Oakey, Jr., event sponsors - VCU Massey Cancer Center, Dominion, Bon Secours, Virginia Cancer Institute, Sands Anderson Marks & Miller, Boleman Law Firm, Hirschler Fleischer.
Congratulations to 2009 award recipients:
- Michael C. Cooper, Esq. of Spotts Fain - Krista Latshaw Pro Bono Service Award
- Deborah M. Costello, Esq. - Long Term Service Award (thank you Deborah, for also mentoring other lawyers who are learning the specific needs of people who are battling cancer)
- Williams Mullen - Outstanding Law Firm for 2009
- Marcia LaMaskin - President's Award for Volunteerism
SAVE THE DATE for "It's in the Bag 2009"
Thursday, November 5th at The Westin Richmond
Artists are creating...
Volunteers are planning...
Would you like to help? Let us know by emailing development@cancerlinc.org
"It's in the Bag" is a unique and popular event in Richmond, VA, auctioning casual and evening handbags designed by creative, artistic and philanthropic individuals. Proceeds benefit LINC's clients who turn to LINC for personalized advocacy and services.
Links to past handbag auctions:
> Catalog of Bags Donated for the 2008 Auction
Featured in last year's Season of Giving -
Short Pump Life
> View handbags from the 2007 auction