Massage Envy DFW

Massage Envy’s annual Massage for the Cure has special significance for Massage Envy’s Craig Ranch clinic.

“It’s really close to our heart -– two of our team members are fighting cancer, including one with breast cancer,” said Brendan McBratney, owner of the Craig Ranch clinic in McKinney. “As we prepare to raise funds during Massage for the Cure next month, we’re also supporting our two team members and rooting for their full, speedy recovery.”

Massage for the Cure is scheduled for Tuesday, September 14. In the DFW area, $15 from each massage will be donated to the Dallas/Fort Worth affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure to support breast cancer education, screening and treatment initiatives.

The Craig Ranch clinic is an especially generous supporter of Massage for the Cure. Last year during the program, McBratney and his staff donated all of their salaries, and will donate all salaries again this year.

“Massage Envy nationally and our 27 clinics in the DFW area are long-time avid supporters of Susan G. Komen for the Cure,” Mr. McBratney says. “Every year, we see how enthusiastic and committed our employees and the community are to making Massage for the Cure a huge success.”

Clinic administrator Michelle Butler says the Craig Ranch location is ramping up for the September fund-raiser. Booths at the clinic will include vendors from the Susan G. Komen local affiliate; Lady of America in McKinney, Aflac, Mary Kay, Wells Fargo, Life Time Fitness, Durkins Pizza, Mattress Firm, and CK Sports. There will also be book signings at the clinic.

Lady of America in McKinney has pledged a $30 contribution to Massage for the Cure for each new Lady of America sign-up on site September 14. In addition, more than 20 people have signed up to donate blood to the American Red Cross, which will be at the clinic noon to 4 p.m.

Visitors to the clinic September 14 will receive gift bags with t-shirts, coupons, bracelets, self-exam shower cards and candy. Ms. Butler and her husband are donating homemade barbecue, drinks and desserts to feed the clinic’s team members. Other donations have come from Durkins Pizza, movie theaters, salons and gyms.

During Massage for the Cure nationwide, some 620 Massage Envy clinics will offer specially priced one-hour therapeutic massage sessions for $49. All proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

This year, Massage Envy’s goal is to raise $500,000 nationally. To date, Massage Envy has raised more than $1.4 million for Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Log on to www.massageenvy.com to find the nearest Massage Envy clinic. There are 27 Massage Envy locations throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex and 620 nationwide. All are open seven days per week. Massage Envy is the nation’s largest provider of massage therapy.

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Employees donate salaries for the day – Massage for the Cure – September 14, 2010

Employees at the Massage Envy clinic in Rowlett, Texas will give their all – literally — to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure on September 14, 2010.

“All our Rowlett Massage Envy employees have volunteered to donate salaries for the day and work for free on September 14, so all revenue from massages that day goes directly to Susan G. Komen for the Cure in the DFW area,” said Dr. Rick Klics, owner of the Rowlett clinic.

The clinic’s efforts are part of Massage for the Cure, the Massage Envy one-day, nationwide event on September 14. Approximately 620 Massage Envy centers across the country will offer specially priced one-hour therapeutic massage sessions for $49 to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

On September 14, all 27 Massage Envy clinics in the DFW area will donate $15 of each $49 massage (donation may be more depending upon clinic). The donation will benefit the Dallas/Fort Worth affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Funds raised support breast cancer education, screening and treatment initiatives in the D/FW community.

The Rowlett clinic isn’t waiting until September 14 to get started. Clinic Manager Morgan Tucker plans to donate her hair for use in making wigs for cancer patients in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

On September 14, an instructor from Lakepointe Hospital in Rowlett will be on hand at the clinic to provide information and answer questions on breast health and breast cancer.

On Sept 13, a mobile blood donor unit will operate outside the clinic. Blood donors can enter a raffle for prizes from Massage Envy and also sign up for a massage during Massage for the Cure September 14. Four Rowlett restaurants will donate food during Massage for the Cure Confirmed sponsors include: Chick-Fil-A, McAllisters Deli, Valentino’s, Mission Linen and Front Door Advertising.

“The people of Rowlett have really embraced Massage for the Cure as a great way to benefit the Susan G. Komen for the Cure and advance breast cancer education. So many of us have experienced the horrific disease and this is our way of saying, you are not alone – we care,” said Dr. Klics of Massage Envy. The Rowlett Massage Envy clinic is located at Rowlett Crossing, 4301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 600, Rowlett, TX 75089, phone (972) 463-0101.

Reservations for the Massage for the Cure begin August 14, 2010.

This year, Massage Envy’s goal is to raise $500,000 for the cause. To date, Massage Envy has raised more than $1.4 million for Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Log on to www.massageenvy.com to find the nearest Massage Envy clinic. There are 27 Massage Envy locations throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex and 620 nationwide. All are open seven days per week.

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