Paws For A Cause Hosts Fundraiser For Melville Breast Cancer Nonprofit

MELVILLE, NY — Paws for a Cause is hosting its 10th annual breast cancer fundraiser with the money benefiting The Maurer Foundation for Breast Health Education Inc. of Melville.

"Breast cancer touches us all," Daniel Reitman wrote on his GoFundMe page. "In our tight-knit community, it's hard to find someone who hasn't been affected in some way by this disease. We all have mothers, sisters, aunts, and grandmothers who have played irreplaceable roles in our lives. They've nurtured us, guided us, and shown us the true meaning of love and strength."

The fundraiser, vetted by GoFundMe, can be found here.

"October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we couldn't think of a better way to honor the incredible women in our lives," Reitman wrote.

The goal is $2,000, and $725 has been raised as of Thursday afternoon.

The Maurer Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to saving lives through breast health education. Its mission is to empower people with knowledge about breast cancer prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, early detection, and risk reduction.

"Join us in making a tangible impact," Reitman said. "Your contribution, no matter the size, will help us continue our mission of promoting breast health education and supporting those affected by breast cancer."

Breast surgeon Dr. Virginia Maurer founded The Maurer Foundation for Breast Health Education Inc. in 1995.