Got 'em in Spanish?

I got a call from the Breast Cancer Prevention Fund soliciting donations for mammograms for women who can't afford them.

A good cause, but would my donation go to someone in MY neighborhood, where the incidence of breast cancer is quite high? The solicitor said it would--they're based in Dallas. I'm not anywhere near Dallas; wouldn't I be better off donating to the American Cancer Society in my town if I want my support to stay local?

The poor girl thumbed through her script; I guess this part wasn't covered.

She asked for me using my first name and married last name--not a combo I use--so I asked where she got my number. She couldn't tell me. She said how much each mammogram cost and wanted to know how much I planned to give so she could send the "right envelope." Just send me the forms and I'll decide how much I can kick in, OK?

She offered to send me free self breast exam shower cards--did I want any? I asked if they had the cards in Spanish. Ummm, I don't know, I'll have to ask my supervisor.

I said the population here is largely Hispanic/Mexican/Spanish speaking and that's who's getting breast cancer. If their organization doesn't have resource materials in Spanish to distribute within Texas, they're doing a disservice to the women who need them most. DUH!

When the donation forms arrived a few days later, there was a note from the solicitor saying she was going to speak with HR about getting Spanish shower cards.

I'll send them a check. I'm also going to follow up on those shower cards...