GIRLS NIGHT OUT ALTOONA, Inc
WHO WE ARE
Our Roots
Girls Night Out began as a small "pay it forward" project by my boss at the American Red Cross. Taunia Oechslin, a breast cancer fighter who was diagnosed when she was 36, and succumbed to the disease on April 9, 2009 at the age of 39. It was her goal that every female be educated about breast cancer, understand the value of early detection, and receive proper treatment.
Welcome to the 17th Annual Girls Night Out Event.
Girls Night Out Altoona is a vibrant, heartfelt annual event and nonprofit initiative dedicated to raising awareness and funds for breast cancer research, education, and patient support. It was founded in memory of Taunia Oechslin, a spirited young woman who passed away from breast cancer at age 39. Her legacy lives on through this powerful community gathering.
Core Mission
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Promote early detection and education about breast cancer
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Support local healthcare providers and research institutions
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Provide financial assistance for screenings and treatment
The Event
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Held every October at the Blair County Convention Center
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Known for its “Little Black Dress” theme and festive atmosphere
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Features silent and live auctions, themed baskets, survivor tributes, and community celebration
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Draws over 1,000 attendees, all united in the fight against breast cancer
Impact
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Over $1.7 million raised since its founding in 2008
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Funds benefit organizations like Joyce Murtha Breast Cancer Center, Penn State Hershey Cancer Institute, UPMC Altoona Foundation, and the Bob Perks Fund
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Supports mammogram voucher programs, patient navigation services, and cutting-edge research
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Girls Night Out Altoona is more than a fundraiser—it’s a movement of love, remembrance, and hope.
DeLeo Games, in collaboration with Pacemactic's charitable giving program, proudly supports the mission of Girls Night Out Altoona Inc., which focuses on funding breast cancer research, care services, and educational initiatives promoting mammograms and free screenings.
Pictured from left to right: Jess Curran GNOA , Pacematic Representative Jeanett Krebs, Colleen DeLeo owner of DeLeo Games Inc. and Paula Binus GNOA
What an amazing day at Raystown Lake at the PA Striped Bass Association’s Annual Fish-For-A-Cure.
Jim Tucker, President of PSBA, stated there were 26 participants in this year’s tournament.
Jim’s wife Diane was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2011, and started this tournament in 2012 donating monies each year to help others in their fight.
Today’s tournament results: 26 people - 16 teams
Largest fish was 28.80 lbs Team Donaldson
Second place was 27.73 lbs 2 fish Doug Hughes
Angler’s Choice was Mike Amick 5.18 lbs catfish
They made a generous donation of $1,801.00 and before someone left the event they donated another $100.00 so total donation was $1,901.00.
We are so very grateful that you chose to select Girls Night Out Altoona, Inc as this year’s recipient.
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