the BCRF humanitarian award
Each year since 1998, at The Breast Cancer Research Foundation Luncheon and Symposium held during October, the Foundation bestows the BCRF Humanitarian Award for outstanding leadership in the fight against breast cancer. The recipients are taken from all walks of life, and have demonstrated through their work, inspirational courage or individual commitment a unique passion for the cause.
BCRF Humanitarian Awardees
October 16, 2007
Katie Couric
In recognition of her role in demystifying cancer and heightening awareness of the urgency of early detection and screening.
October 17, 2006
Marisa Acocella Marchetto
Contributing cartoonist for Glamour and The New Yorker; author of Cancer Vixen: A True Story about her own diagnosis and survival.
October 18, 2005
Chuck Close
Contemporary artist with a passion to support breast cancer research.
October 13, 2004
Lifetime Television
Media company whose decade-long campaign has raised awareness of breast cancer.
October 8, 2003
Joan Hamburg
Journalist and broadcaster who keeps listeners up to date on the latest developments in breast cancer.
October 10, 2002
The Agassi Family
Family whose spirit and strength in overcoming life-threatening adversity is an inspiring example.
October 4, 2001
Play for T.I.M.E. (Technology, Immediate Diagnosis, Mammography, Effective Treatment)
Volunteer Organization that stages golf and tennis tournaments to benefit BCRF.
October 12, 2000
Paul Marks, MD
President Emeritus of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
October 21, 1999
Tommy Hilfiger
Fashion Designer who has led industry efforts to raise breast cancer awareness.
October 20, 1998
Ralph Lauren
Fashion Designer who has led industry efforts to raise breast cancer awareness.
