District 2879 Avon Products Inc., recently supported an end of breast cancer by hosting a Tricky Tray event at the American Legion Post 927 on Oct. 23. The event raised $2,850.

The representatives, who worked hard to make this event a success in only two and a half months time, were delighted by a full house of people who were there to support the cause.The district's retired manager, Rose Reese, who started the Breast Cancer tricky tray 12 years ago, was master of ceremonies and representatives from Pocono Medical Center shared important information about breast cancer.She said that free mammograms are offered through Pocono Medical Center. For information call 570-422-1735.Over 200 prizes and baked goods were donated by local businesses and Avon representatives.Over the past 12 years, District 2879 raised nearly $28,000 which were donated to the Avon Breast Cancer Foundation.Since 1992, Avon Breast Cancer Crusade, has been working tirelessly to help prevent, treat and ultimately eradicate this disease.The Crusade's life-saving work supports awareness and education, screening and diagnosis, access to care, support services and scientific research. Beneficiaries range from leading cancer research centers to local, nonprofit breast health programs, creating a powerful international network of research, medical, social service, and community-based breast cancer organizations. To learn more about the foundation or to donate see

www.avonfoundation.org.The chairwoman for the event was Tracy Larosh. Committee members included JoAnn Simmons, Donna Kattner, Rose Reese, Dawn Fischetti, Sue Mackes, Bonnie Frock and Heather Mostosky. Veronica Conte and Renate Parsons, retired district manager, also assisted.The District 2879 will be held again in October of 2014. See the Facebook page at

www.facebook.com/breastcancerawarenesstrickytray.