Press Releases 2006
NBA Stars and Legends "Lend a Hand" to Fight Prostate Cancer
LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar among players featured on wristbands to support the Prostate Cancer Foundation
SANTA MONICA, Calif., December 6, 2006 — The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) has partnered with the National Basketball Association (NBA) and its NBA Cares initiative to offer special-edition NBA player wristbands.
Prostate Cancer Research Gets Huge Boost From California and New York Taxpayers
The Prostate Cancer Foundation leads successful tax donation campaign, raising nearly $1 million for prostate cancer research
SANTA MONICA, Calif., December 4, 2006 — For the second consecutive year, residents in California and New York were able to donate directly to prostate cancer research on their 2005 state income tax return forms.
Top Cancer Physician-Scientist Named New Head of the Prostate Cancer Foundation
Jonathan Simons, MD, to lead the largest prostate cancer philanthropy
SANTA MONICA, Calif., October 20, 2006 — One of the nation’s leading prostate cancer researchers has been named Chief Executive Officer and President of the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF), the world’s largest philanthropic source of support for prostate cancer research.
Going Bad, for Good: Athletes Across the Country Compete, Raise Money for Prostate Cancer Research
With the Wade F. B. Thompson Matching Grant, nearly $220,000 was raised for prostate cancer research
SANTA MONICA, Calif., October 16, 2006 — Hundreds of athletes in 30 centers nationally raised nearly $110,000 to benefit the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) by competing individually and as part of teams on September 30th in “Fight Gone Bad,” one of the most demanding workout routines in the popular CrossFit exercise regimen. Each dollar was matched by the Wade F. B. Thompson Matching Grant, bringing the total to nearly $220,000 – more than doubling the program’s one-day goal.
New Program Encourages Athletes to Aim for the Finish Line for Prostate Cancer Research
Athletes for a Cure program, launched during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month by the Prostate Cancer Foundation, offers online fundraising, personal stories and race information
SANTA MONICA, Calif., September 1, 2006 – The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) has announced the launch of Athletes for a Cure, a fundraising and awareness program to assist individual athletes in their quest to raise money for better treatments and a cure for prostate cancer. All money raised from the program goes directly to the PCF.
The Prostate Cancer Foundation Home Run Challenge Hits it Out of the Park
In partnership with Major League Baseball, nearly $2.5 million was raised for prostate cancer research
SANTA MONICA, Calif., — August 18, 2006 – The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) Home Run Challenge again teamed with Major League Baseball (MLB) and the Major League Baseball Players Association in a nationwide slugfest, raising nearly $2.5 million for prostate cancer research.
Prostate Cancer Foundation Receives Record $5.1 Million From Safeway Customers
Annual in-store campaign raises funds for prostate cancer research
SANTA MONICA, Calif., — August 9, 2006 – Safeway, Inc., one of the largest food and drug retailers in North America, partnered with the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) for the sixth consecutive year to raise money for prostate cancer research and awareness. The campaign raised $5.1 million, surpassing the previous record of $4.4 million.
The Prostate Cancer Foundation Named Official Charity of the 2006 Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Triathlon
Partnership to raise awareness and dollars for prostate cancer research
SANTA MONICA, Calif. — August 2, 2006 — Creating a unique education platform targeting professional and recreational triathletes, the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) announced today a partnership that names the PCF as Official Charity of the 2006 Kaiser Permanente City of Los Angeles Triathlon, scheduled for Sunday, September 10, 2006.
Wade F. B. Thompson Makes $500,000 Matching Grant to the Prostate Cancer Foundation
Thompson, chairman, president and CEO of Thor Industries, dedicates his life to defeating cancer
SANTA MONICA, Calif. — August 1, 2006 — Wade F. B. Thompson, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Thor Industries, Inc. (NYSE:THO), has made a $500,000 matching grant to the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF).
Prostate Cancer Foundation Appoints Executive to Oversee New Sports Marketing Program
Scott Zagarino, Managing Director of Sports Marketing, Joins the PCF’s Fight Against Prostate Cancer
SANTA MONICA, Calif., — July 25, 2006 – The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) has announced the appointment of Scott Zagarino as Managing Director of Sports Marketing.
USA Triathlon Partners with Prostate Cancer Foundation
Colorado Springs, CO — June 20, 2006 – USA Triathlon is pleased to announce an agreement with the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF), the world's largest philanthropic source of support for prostate cancer research.
Men Silent About Cancer – Until Women Step In
Father’s Day Survey: Wives, Daughters Key to Get Dad Talking about Prostate Cancer with Doctors
SANTA MONICA, Calif., — June 16, 2006 – Men may not listen to women when it comes to directions, but a new national survey shows that they are likely to listen when it comes to their own health.
Wisconsin Passes Bill to Boost Prostate Cancer Research in the State
Governor Jim Doyle signs bill to create new income tax donation line for prostate cancer research
SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 25, 2006 – The Wisconsin Governor signed a bill today to create an income tax donation line which would generate additional research dollars for prostate cancer research in the state of Wisconsin.
The Prostate Cancer Foundation Appoints Two New Board Members
Former Ambassador to Finland and biotech chief executive join the board of the world’s largest source of support for prostate cancer research
SANTA MONICA, Calif., April 5, 2006 – The Prostate Cancer Foundation has announced the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors: Ambassador Earle I. Mack, senior partner of The Mack Company, and Henry L. Nordhoff, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Gen-Probe Incorporated. Mack rejoined the Board following his service as the United States Ambassador to Finland.
The Prostate Cancer Foundation Announces Recipients of 2005 Competitive Awards
More than $4.2 Million Distributed to Promising Prostate Cancer Research
SANTA MONICA, Calif., April 4, 2006 – The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) announced today the recipients of its 2005 Competitive Awards. The program granted more than $4.2 million to 46 research scientists, 24 of whom were newly-awarded researchers.
Fund the Research; Find a Cure — on Your Tax Form
For second time, California and New York taxpayers can donate to prostate cancer research on their state tax return forms
LOS ANGELES, Calif., February 21, 2006 – For the second consecutive year, residents in California and New York can donate directly to prostate cancer research on their state income tax return forms. Funds donated in these two states will support leading research institutions in California and New York, respectively, through a competitive grant program and are 100% tax deductible.
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