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FINALLY! Our national headquarters has reversed its decision. The responsibility to fund grant programs is back in the rightful hands of the affiliates. We know our communities and needs best. On behalf of the staff and board of CSNJ, we are very happy about this decision. Your strong opposition and passionate voices were heard. We heard from hundreds of Central and South Jersey supporters this week. Your request for a reversal of this decision along with ours was passed along to headquarters AND THEY LISTENED.
It has been a difficult week at the affiliate as I am sure it has been for all of you, our most dedicated supporters. We are united in one mission – to end breast cancer forever. This is not, and should never be, a political issue that divides our diverse constituency.
In 2011, with your support, the affiliate invested $1.6 million into the local community to reach 45,000 women in Central and South Jersey. Our programs provide life-saving mammograms and breast health programs reaching under-served communities. We also invest 25% of our proceeds to find a cure and end breast cancer forever. For a full list of our current grant programs and learn more about the granting process, click here.
Now, as an affiliate, we have to get back to the business of helping women in our neediest communities. I would like to personally thank you for your feedback and passionate support. I hope you will continue to help us fight breast cancer in Central and South Jersey.
With grateful appreciation,
Nancy K. Healey
Executive Director