The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute will celebrate its 25th annual Partners Event on Sept. 21 with an exciting evening at one of Detroit's most historic and unique venues - the Michigan Building Theatre.
This year's honoree is Jack D. Sobel, M.D., dean of the Wayne State University School of Medicine. Dr. Sobel is being recognized for his outstanding career as a medical leader, clinician and educator, and for his many contributions to the field of medicine. Karmanos is grateful for its longtime partnership with Wayne State University, which spans more than seven decades. This special collaboration continues to advance basic science, and train future clinicians and scientists in the field of oncology.
This silver anniversary also celebrates the accomplishments of the Partners Committee, a group of young professionals who have worked tirelessly to raise awareness and philanthropic dollars to support the cancer research program at Karmanos through The Partners Events. Since its inception, The Partners Events have raised more than $16 million, benefitting cancer patients in Michigan and across the globe. This year's Partners event will continue that tradition.
Partners Executive Co-Chairs, Matt Melchoir and Hilary Notaro, along with their committee, have an exciting Partners Night planned. The high-end carnival-themed gala will have a cosmopolitan twist, with the intriguing Michigan Building Theatre as the backdrop. The evening will include a strolling cocktail reception and dinner; silent auction; raffle; live entertainment; fun, interactive experiences; and more.
The cost is $175 per person; $95 for guests ages 21 to 30. Valet parking is included.
Pre-registration is required. To secure reservations or to learn about sponsorship opportunities, call 313-756-8106, email kearneym@karmanos.org or visit www.karmanos.org/partners.
Karmanos Cancer Institute long-time supporters Anna and Harry Korman had the vision to begin Partners in memory of their late daughter Suzanne, who died of cancer at the age of 36. The Kormans established the committee as a way to engage young people in raising money for cancer research, knowing that research would lead to advancements in treatment options and early detection methods. The Kormans' daughter and son-in-law, Eunice and Milton Ring, and other family members, continue the Kormans' legacy, along with the Partners Committee, which this year marks the 25th year of hosting the Partners Events.
The Partners are a group of "hands-on" volunteers who pool their ideas and resources, and join together for the sole purpose of raising funds for the Karmanos Cancer Institute. Many of these dedicated volunteers are motivated by their own personal struggles or those of loved ones battling cancer. The Partners are dedicated to making sure that other families who are faced with this illness always have a place to turn where they will receive the ultimate in patient care, education and treatment. For more information, go to http://www.karmanos.org/partners.