It amazes me how everywhere I look there is a pink ribbon and some portion of the proceeds of the sale of something I love goes to breast cancer research. And not just any breast cancer research. Specifically one company-Susan G. Komen. It seems they have the monopoly over it all. Despite this, it was a long time before I was infomred of the breast cancer and abortion link and the fact that Susan G. Komen donates all this money to planned parenthood. But, thankfully, God surrounded me by the right people and I eventually learned this information. Since then, I think it is important to share it with others that also may not know. Especially because I am constantly being asked to donate to them-it seems Susan G. Komen is EVERYWHERE. Oh, well, just that many more oportunities to spread the word.
In fact, I got one of those emails today. I was somewhat surprised to see it came from my church's parents with young children group. She is doing the walk. I immediately drafted a response and, in a somewhat bold move, posted my response on the list serve that the original email came from rather than drafting a private response. My thinking was that it was best to inform all of them, just in case, though I can imagine it may be seeen as confrontational and unnecessarily taking additional potential donors away. Perhaps I was willing to do this because I haven't been a member long and don't know the girls well, but I would like to think I would have responded regardless in this manner. (update-one girl just emailed the whole group in reply thanking me for my response, saying she felt the same way and it was important we spread the word-yeah!)
Below is my response. I am including it for a few reasons. First of all, to inform if you are not already aware of these things. Second of all, if you like it, save yourself some time and keep it onhand when (you eventually will) you get approached to donate to this organization. (I imagine the walk is coming up soon). Finally, I would like feedback. Is there a better way to say what I said? My goal is to be information and not off putting. These women and men usually, at least when they are participating in the walk, have close family members affected and the issue is near and dear to them. I would love any recommendations on how to make this letter better-whether it be more resources you know of, some quotes or facts or citations to beef it up, or you just notice something that is unnecessarily stated in a way that would alienate rather than bring in others. I appreciate your feedback!
""...once our eyes are opened, we can't pretend we don't know what to do. God, who weighs our hearts and keeps our souls, knows that we know, and holds us responsible to act."
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X,
I am sorry to hear that your mom had breast cancer, but I am glad her story had a happy ending. I can't even fathom. I think it is wonderful you are taking some action and literally getting on your feet to make a difference.
Unfortunately, I can't sponsor you because of a conflict of interest you may not be familiar with. The Susan G. Komen foundation pours millions of dollars into donations to Planned Parenthood (who does manual exams, rather than provide mamograms with this money) and embryonic stem cell research. While I obviously support finding a cure for breast cancer and also adult stem cell research, I can't ethically financially or otherwise support embryonic stem cell research or the leading provider of abortions (by the way, there is research now showing a link between abortions and breast cancer).
You may or may not know these things already and if so, may or may not agree with me. I understand. I still appreciate you taking the time and effort to work towards a cure for breast cancer.
If you would like to donate funds to BOTH Research Breast Cancer & Protect Lives in the Womb, here are a few options...
1. Polycarp Research Institute (www.polycarp.org)
2. Breast Cancer Prevention Institute http://www.bcpinstitute.org/home.htm
3. AbortionBreastCancer.com http://abortionbreastcancer.com/
Best of luck to you,
WBR
I am on the journey we are all called to-to accept God's will and perfect love. Whether I am white knuckling it with my eyes shut tight or standing up with my arms outstretched enjoying the ride, I try always to let God be the driver and not bail out the side when there are bumps (like IF!). On good days, I trust He won't run me into a tree. :)
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