My Pink Scarf, Inc. featured in North Dakota Living Magazine

In honor of cancer awareness month, Mor-Gran-Sou Electric Cooperative Inc. featured Tara Lacher, a co-op member and cancer survivor, in the October 2009 issue of North Dakota Living magazine.

Carmen, the writer of the story, shared an experience that Tara had with one of her volunteers. She writes Lacher doesn’t knit alone. She’s recruited various clubs and groups, high school students – and even prison inmates – to help make scarves.

“That’s the beauty of My Pink Scarf, Inc. Not only do we share something with those who have been touched by cancer, but we teach others about contributing to a cause,” she enthuses.

“I worked with a gentleman at a correctional facility who had been incarcerated for years. He had nothing but time, so I supplied the yarn and he did the work. He crocheted some of the most exquisite scarves I’ve ever seen, and taught several other inmates to crochet as well,” she shares.

Before his parole, the man requested a meeting with Lacher. After careful consideration, she agreed. During their brief encounter, he told her he came to prison thinking he was the worst person in the world, but his contributions helped him recognize he was a good person.

“A lot of those people don’t have high self-esteem when they walk in. But for a few, this project will change them. And if that is where I leave my mark, I’m fine with it,” Lacher nods. “Several inmates still produce.”

Carmen, thank you for writing the story “Spreading hope – one scarf at a time.” You did an excellent job!

Inspired Woman Magazine

Tara Lacher, founder and President of My Pink Scarf, Inc., was featured in the September/October 2009 issue of the Inspired Woman magazine.
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The magazine dedicated a section to “October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month” and “Tara Lacher – The Pink Scarf Lady” shared information about her amazing project.

The mission of Inspired Woman is to use our community presence to celebrate, encourage, empower, educate and entertain women.

Thank you, Deb, for providing My Pink Scarf, Inc. with this opportunity!

Television Possibly?

I was contacted by Aurea McGarry who hosts her own TV talk show in the Atlanta area.  She features  people who are either founders of non-profit organizations or huge volunteers for one.  It airs on the famous ION station (formerly PAX) which is in over 2 million households around Atlanta and north Georgia up to Chattanooga, TN.  It’s called “Live Your Legacy with Aurea McGarry!”  Check out her website at http://www.liveyourlegacy.biz.

After a wonderful conversation, Aurea stated that she is interested in having me on as a guest.  She thought it may be some time between now and the first of the year.  I’ll keep you posted.  Aurea is also a cancer survivor.  A pink scarf is on it’s way!

Dreamers Into Doers Contest Update

I’m still in the running for the Dreamers Into Doers contest.  The finalists will be posted on Martha Stewart’s Dreamers Into Doers site mid-September.  Keep your fingers and toes crossed………

Article in Women’s World Magazine

Women’s World magazine wrote a story about my pink scarves in their July 28th issue. 

The response from the story has been overwhelming!  There have been women from all over the United States and Canada who have volunteered to knit/crochet scarves, start chapters in their area, and provide donations. 

I’m thrilled to know that there so many wonderful women who are willing to volunteer and who want to be part of this amazing project.  Thank you.  Your time and talent are greatly appreciated!

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