Our mid year report from Indiana Women In Need let us know that with the grant money we provided to them for the first half of this year ($7,500), they were able to provide financial assistance to 19 men and women in our community who are currently in treatment for breast cancer. This is just … Read more

Recent Grant from Legacy Foundation LEGACY FOUNDATION: 2022 – Pink Ribbon Society received a $12,500.00 grant from the Legacy Foundation. $6,000.00 was also received from the Legacy Women’s Philanthropy Fund and an Anonymous Fund ($6,500.00) to support the Pink Ribbon’s Patient Financial Assistance Expansion Program. This grant also allowed Pink Ribbon to increase its underwriting … Read more

If you are a resident of Gary, Indiana, you can receive a FREE life-saving screening mammogram courtesy of the Legacy Foundation and U.S. Steel/Knight Grant. Methodist Hospitals and the Pink Ribbon Society are coordinating the program, which expires September 30th this year. The funds received will be used exclusively to support the women of Gary … Read more

Pink Ribbon held its 22nd Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon on September 24th at the Avalon Manor in Merrillville. Once again the Baskets Galore Raffle was an outstanding array of beautifully built baskets containing items donated by local businesses, other not-for-profit organizations, and many individuals from our community. The Baskets Galore Raffle generates approximately $14,000 … Read more

The Times – August 19, 2020 For the last 19 years, the Pink Ribbon Society has helped men and women affected by breast cancer. Now, the nonprofit is seeking the community’s help. Founder Ann Peters said the Pink Ribbon Society recently sent out an SOS (Save Our Society) call after it had to cancel its … Read more

“Always have a smile on your face! – Be a joy to the world!” Joy Shurman and her husband Bill have been married for 27 years and reside in Lowell, IN. They are the proud parents of Amanda and Alec and grandparents to Gracelyn. Throughout her cancer journey, Joy was dedicated to helping a friend … Read more

Baskets Galore Raffle Thanks to the generosity of our community businesses and individuals, our 2019 Baskets Galore Raffle was, once again, a phenomenal success, netting over $ 12,000. The amount of time and effort spent collecting items and products for our baskets is remarkable. Although the entire Pink Ribbon team is responsible for helping to … Read more

For nearly 18 years, the Pink Ribbon Society has been generously supported by many businesses and other organizations in our community. To show our appreciation, we presented several of our major contributors with a plaque recognizing their support of us and the many men and women in our community whose lives have been touched by … Read more

Each year, businesses in our community hold fundraisers to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, with the Pink Ribbon Society receiving the funds raised. This year, local businesses held various types of events to support the men and women of our community whose lives have been touched by breast cancer. Shown below are those we wish … Read more

“Share your story with others – doing this may help someone else.” Shirley Wade and her husband of 42 years, Robert, reside in Munster, Indiana. They have two daughters, Robyn and Amy, and four grandchildren, AJ, Jillian, Nick, and Leah. At the time of her diagnosis, Shirley worked at McShane’s as a Sales Administrator. Her … Read more

“Do not give up – hold on.” Mary Jo Keithley and her husband, John, live in a beautiful farmhouse in Lowell, Indiana. She has one daughter, Cheryl, and two grandchildren, Lauren and Amanda. During her working years, Mary Jo was a bookkeeper for Huntington Labs. Mary Jo is a member of First Methodist Church and … Read more

“The compassion, concern, and interest shown by family and friends should be paid forward.” Freda Riddle was born and raised in Hobart, Indiana. She attended Taylor University and earned a degree in education. After teaching locally for several years, Freda joined a mission organization and decided to teach in Africa. With the exception of an … Read more

  “Be aware of the little things that touch you throughout the day, and thank God for them.” Janet Petrites is the sixth of eleven children in Merrillville, Indiana. She has fourteen nieces and nephews and nine great-nieces and nephews – all of whom have been a particular part of her life. Janet spent over twenty … Read more

“Without the storms, there would be no rainbows. Never give up!” Robbin Lomas lives in Portage, Indiana, and is very proud of her stepdaughter Angie, grandchildren Deanna and Riley, and twins Clyde and Camden. Throughout her cancer journey, Robbin continued to run her own Accounting firm, Robbin Lomas, CPA, P.C., with perseverance and strength. According … Read more

“Take on each day with joy and be resolute…be kind to yourself and look forward, not back.” Betty Clayton lives in Merrillville, Indiana, and is described by many as a “hardworking, dedicated, and caring person in her cause and mission.” Two of her greatest passions are music and animal welfare. After graduating from DePaul University … Read more

“You are stronger than you think and can overcome this.” Lisa Damico was born and raised on the South Side of Chicago and now lives in Highland, Indiana, with her German Shepherd “Toots” and two cats, “Emily” and “Mooch.” Everyone has a unique cancer journey, and Lisa’s began when she received a phone call while … Read more

“Life is short…..early detection equals survival! Be aware of your body and be proactive in your healthcare.” Rosanne Loughmiller, “Just Ro,” and her husband, Michael, reside in Highland, Indiana. Married for 42 years, they are the parents of one son, Tony, and grandparents of four grandchildren, Marie, Aaron, Mariel, and Roselyn-Ann. Time seemed to stand … Read more

“Find something to be thankful for every day.” Linda and her husband of 35 years, Dr. Jerry, live in Valparaiso, Indiana. They have three children, Sarah, Dr. Andrew, and Dr. Zach, and are expecting their first grandchild in December 2017. As a dedicated teacher of 44 years in the Portage Township School system, Linda allows … Read more

“It’s hard to imagine going through this without faith, family and friends.” Karen Beezhold and her husband Rudy reside in Hobart, Indiana. They have been married for 38 years and have two children, Nicole and Christian, and two grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Henry. Through her work as the Administrative Manager for the First Christian Reformed Church, … Read more

“If you discover anything suspicious, get a medical evaluation as soon as possible…” and “If I can make it through chemotherapy, so can you…” Melinda Rosaschi and Mary Crane share a special relationship. They are mother and daughter. Mary has been married for 67 years to her husband Russell, and they have three children, Terri, … Read more

SOLD OUT – We are no longer taking any reservations for the 16th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Tea. If you wish to be put on a waiting list, please send an email to prs4990@yahoo.com and we will let you know in case of a cancellation……THANK YOU….

IUN Nurses On The Run – I have been asked by Veronica Valentin, a nurse at Indiana University Northwest, to pass this information along to anyone who might be interested in helping Lidia Sibakoska.  Lidia is a widowed mother of four who is medically unable to work and has been refused Medicaid….I can’t imagine why, … Read more

Join us next Saturday, October 26th, at 8 a.m. for a Charity Workout to benefit the Pink Ribbon Society. All donations will go to our excellent organization. The Inspiration Fitness Camp sponsors the event. It is located in Crown Point at 1940 E. North Street, Suite C, and its phone number is 779-0500. Hope to … Read more

Dear Pink Ribbon Friends: I have received a notice from the Northwest Indiana Breast Care Center at Methodist Hospital about a new program they are starting. The Methodist Hospitals and the Chicago Bears Foundation, Bears Care, have teamed to provide FREE SCREENING MAMMOGRAMS to low-income and minority women in Northwest Indiana. You can call 219-981-5440 … Read more

We are unfortunately SOLD OUT for the 12th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Tea and are no longer accepting any further reservations…..

The Avalon Manor in Merrillville hosts a very nice Mother’s Day Brunch each year. Owner Peter Kaiafas donates a portion of their proceeds to the Pink Ribbon Society. So, if you plan to take Mom or Grandma out for a great day, call the Avalon Manor at 945-0888 and make your reservations. You can log … Read more

Hello, and welcome to the Pink Ribbon Society’s new website.  Over the coming months, we’ll ensure it stays current and always has important information and announcements.

When the Pink Ribbon Society was first organized, we determined that we would keep all of the funds we raise in our local community to support the men and women of Lake, Porter, Jasper, and Newton counties whose lives have been touched by breast cancer. Of course, we’re grateful for the organizations and businesses that … Read more