The Masonic Cancer Center at the University of Minnesota is a unique place made possible in part by the generosity of our donors. All of us at some time have been or will be touched by cancer and with your support, we will continue to find ways to improve the life of cancer patients, survivors and their families.

Each and every gift is critical to preventing, treating and curing cancer.

We are grateful for your interest and welcome the opportunity to share with you how your gift can support the work of the Masonic Cancer Center. Learn about our priorities or how you can give.

Upcoming Events

Funds raised at the following events support research at the Masonic Cancer Center:

• October 10-11: Quilted Treasures
• October 11: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
• October 25: Cancer Benefit Fund Couture for a Cure
• November 1: Dawn of a Dream Gala benefiting Children's Cancer Research Fund

October 10-11, 2008: Quilted Treasures
October 10: 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; October 11: 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Washington County Fairgrounds, Hwy. 5, Lake Elmo
The River Valley Quilters will be selling a quilt to benefit the Masonic Cancer Center during its "Quilted Treasures" event, which will also feature a small-quilt silent auction, a raffle quilt, baskets, quilts on display, and refreshments. Admission is $3. For more information, contact Deb Archer, 651-714-0751.

October 11, 2008: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Registration begins at 8 a.m; walk begins at 9:30 a.m., Lake Nokomis North Beach, Minneapolis
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is a walk sponsored by the American Cancer Society to raise money and spread the word about fighting breast cancer. There is no registration fee and no fundraising minimum. These noncompetitive walks range in distance from three to five miles, and men, women, and children of all ages are encouraged to participate. For more information and to sign up, visit the American Cancer Society Web site or contact 651-255-8100, mnstrides@cancer.org.

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October 25, 2008: Cancer Benefit Fund Couture for a Cure
10:30 a.m., North Oaks Country Club, 54 East Oaks Road, North Oaks
The Cancer Benefit Fund's "Couture for a Cure" luncheon and style show will feature Twin Cities radio and TV personalities, as well as cancer survivors, modeling the latest fall, winter, and holiday fashions from Sonnie's. The social hour with cash bar begins at 10:30 a.m. and includes exciting raffles and auction items, followed by a delicious luncheon at noon, entertainment by the Grace Notes, and the style show. Proceeds from the event will go toward cancer research at the Masonic Cancer Center and to help provide wigs for cancer patients receiving chemotherapy at HealthEast Cancer Care at St. John's Hospital in Maplewood. The cost is $60 per person. To reserve your table places, please call Carol Baumgartner, 651-464-6049. For more information about the Cancer Benefit Fund, visit www.cancerbenefitfund.com.

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November 1, 2008: Dawn of a Dream Gala benefiting Children's Cancer Research Fund
6 p.m., Historic Milwaukee Road Depot, Minneapolis
The 28th annual "Dawn of a Dream" is a black-tie gala featuring a cocktail hour and hors d'oeuvres reception; dinner; live auction; unique, interactive game experiences; and entertainment provided by an all-star band of Minnesota musicians, including Mick Sterling, Keri Noble, Adam Levy, Andra Suchy, Tina Schlieske, Martin Zellar, Cynthia Johnson, and Alison Scott. The Gala benefits the Children's Cancer Research Fund, which provides funds to the University of Minnesota for research and training relating to the prevention, treatment, and cure of childhood cancer. Tickets are $250 or $500 (V.I.P.). For more information and to buy tickets, visit the Children's Cancer Research Fund Web site.

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