2015 Creative Cups

Arlene McLoughlin

Marilyn M

My dedication to breast cancer awareness and the quest for a cure began six years ago when my friend Jeanne asked me to do the Avon 40 mile walk in NYC. This event coincided with another friend being diagnosed with breast cancer. Fast forward six years and I am getting ready to walk my sixth walk next weekend. I am now part of a team and we have raised consecutively $25,000 for the last four years, in total $100,000. I love the walk, the camaraderie, the feeling of making a difference. As an artist I utilize my talent to raise funds and do a 40 day Lenten giveaway each year on Facebook. My friends and family love winning the art and that’s how I raise my money.

Breast cancer has taken my friend that I started walking for six years ago. I have also added seven more friends to the list of women, warriors that I walk for.

When I saw the Creative Cups call for submissions I immediately knew it was something I wanted to do. As an artist who studied fashion design in college I was excited to design a bra for the auction.

I hope to come to the gala in March, and see the other creations; what a fantastic way to give back.