Brainerd Komen Merges

Susan G. Komen for the Cure is merging with its Brainerd Lakes Affiliate, combining into one organization and creating a single affiliate that covers the entire state of Minnesota.

The merger allows for greater administrative efficiencies and fund-raising synergies in the region.

Funds raised by the Brainerd Lakes Affiliate in 2009 will continue to be distributed this year to local grantees in the three-county service area, which includes Cass, Crow Wing and Aitkin counties.

Additionally, the 11th Annual Susan G. Komen Brainerd Lakes Race for the Cure will go on as planned. It's scheduled for June 26 at Forestview Middle School in Baxter. Last year's event attracted 2,400 participants.