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Ginger Brauer Breast Cancer Support Award The Susan G. Komen Brainerd Lakes Race for the Cure®  established  the annual Breast Cancer Support Award in 2000. The first winner, Ginger Brauer, lost her battle with breast cancer in 2001 and the award was subsequently named in her honor.  Ginger Brauer exemplified the selfless giving of time and energy in support of local breast cancer activities and was an active member of the Race for the Cure® committee from its inception. Each year, nominations are accepted until June 15th according to the criteria listed below. Nominations are reviewed and the winner determined by the two prior award winners. The winner is announced at the Awards Ceremony on Race Day. Criteria for this award ·        The nominee must reside in the Brainerd Lakes area. ·        The nominee must have given of his/her time and energy to help support local breast cancer programs or have made a significant influence in our community in dealing with breast cancer education, screening, treatment and/or support programs. ·        Nominations are accepted from the general public. All nominations must include the following details: Nominator’s name, address and phone number. Nominee’s name, address and phone number. Detailed description of how your nominee meets the selection criteria.  Nominations must be received by June 15 Send your nominations to the following address:                                                Komen Brainerd Lakes                                                PO Box 1057                                                Brainerd, MN 56401                                                 Prior Winners                             2000   Ginger Brauer (Volunteer of the Year)           2001       Arvilla Felten                  2006    Melinda Jackson           2002       Kathy Buxton                2007     Emily Lanin           2003       Pat Hassett                   2008     Colleen Moser           2004       Gail Temple                    2009     Lisa Slepica           2005       Debbie Sorensen  |
