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Karmanos Cancer Institute recognized its 2019 Heroes of Cancer

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Honoring unsung heroes who champion and advocate for those with cancer

DETROIT, Nov. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute recognized its 2019 Heroes of Cancer at an evening reception held Nov. 6, at The Gem Theatre, in Detroit. This year’s event celebrated Karmanos’ 25th year of honoring individuals and organizations that have distinguished themselves and inspired others as they advocate for and raise awareness of all types of cancers. More than 150 guests gathered to pay tribute to these unsung heroes. Ann Delisi, radio/television personality and host of Ann Delisi’s Essential Music on WDET101.9 FM, served as emcee and was also one of this year’s honorees.

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FIT FOR THE CURE 2019

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Saturday, July 27, 2019 at Fenton High School

Throw on your workout gear and bring the family to a day of fitness and fun! The first annual Fit For The Cure, presented by ECO, will be jammed packed with everything from bootcamp and yoga classes to entertainment for participants young and old. All proceeds from this event will benefit U CAN-CER VIVE Foundation whose mission is to provide vital funding for cancer research grants so that someday we can all live in a cancer free world.

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U CAN-CER VIVE Valentine’s Day Love Train Delivers Smiles and Support to Children at Hospitals Across Metro Detroit

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Valentine’s Day is all about love and giving, and U CAN-CER VIVE delivered just that. Kelley and Ryan LaFontaine, founders of U CAN-CER VIVE Foundation, along with their fellow board and committee members, visited children currently receiving cancer treatment at four local hospitals.

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LaFontaine Automotive execs take hands-on approach to philanthropy

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Article via Crain’s Detroit Business, written by SHERRI WELCH 

January 27, 2019 12:02 AM

In lieu of writing a check, LaFontaine Automotive Group execs raise money for cancer research, fund it directly

Will award over $780,000 in grants to cancer research projects at local hospitals

Has granted nearly $1 million to local cancer research since launch of U Can-Cer Vive Foundation in early 2016

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