PAST EVENTS
2023
EVENT DATE
November 4, 2023
VENUE
M1 Concourse
ATTENDESS
500+ guests
AMOUNT RAISED
$650k
Thank you to James Pettinato of Cauley Ferrari.
Thank you to Jacob Joyce and Our Lens Production.
Uncork Up North
A Benefit For Breast Cancer
October 11, 2023 at Hagerty Garage in Traverse City, MI
To view the full photo recap, visit Courtney Kent Photography’s blog page.
2022
EVENT DATE
October 22, 2022
VENUE
M1 Concourse
ATTENDESS
500+ guests
AMOUNT RAISED
$757k
2022 VIRTUAL SYMPOSIUM RECAP
We heard from an outstanding panel of doctors and experts leading today’s cutting-edge, breast cancer research during our 3nd Annual Breast Cancer Symposium on November 5, 2022. If you missed it, you can still watch Resources to Improve Care and Ongoing Research Updates.
2021
EVENT DATE
November 12, 2021
VENUE
Cauley Ferrari
ATTENDESS
500 guests
AMOUNT RAISED
$603k
2020
Although our 5th annual Uncork for a Cure looked a little different in 2020, our community of doctors, patients, survivors, and donors made the virtual events a huge success.
Because of your continued support, we've raised over $172,000! With that addition, the Dynami foundation has now raised over 1 million dollars over the past five years for breast cancer research and survivorship.
VIRTUAL SYMPOSIUM RECAP
Our first-ever Virtual Symposium, Progress in Breast Care, Advocacy, and Survivorship, was a huge success! We heard insights from an outstanding panel of doctors and experts leading today’s cutting-edge, breast cancer research. If you weren't able to attend, you can still watch the full symposium below.
VIRTUAL TOAST HIGHLIGHTS
To wrap-up our Uncork for a Cure fundraising events, we hosted a Virtual Toast cheers to our collective efforts. Below you can watch our highlight reel featuring funded research projects, patients we have helped, and a word from some of our sponsors and chefs.
2019
EVENT DATE
November 9, 2019
VENUE
Cauley Ferrari
ATTENDESS
500 guests
AMOUNT RAISED
$340k
The sold-out event was held at Cauley Ferrari on November 9, 2019. Guests enjoyed delectable dishes throughout the night prepared by Detroit's most celebrated chefs including Luciano Del Signore of Bacco Ristorante & Pernoi; Joe Giacomino & John Vermiglio of Grey Ghost; Brad Greenhill of Takoi; Doug Hewitt of Chartreuse Kitchen; Andy Hollyday of Selden Standard; Thomas Lents of The Apparatus Room & Chef’s Table; Anthony Lombardo of SheWolf Pastificio; Bobby Nahra Guest Chef of Fox2 News & Encore Catering & Banquet Center; James Rigato of Mabel Gray; Sarah Welch of Marrow; and Takashi Yagihashi of Pernoi. Guests uncorked fine wine paired by the first female Master Sommelier in the United States and second female Master Sommelier in the world, Madeline Triffon of Plum Market. Triffon and her hand-picked team of experts served attendees with heart-warming hospitality and impeccable recommendations.
The $340k in proceeds from the event supported the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center Breast Oncology Program and the breast oncology surgical fellowship, which assists patient care and research.
Full photo library available from Lisa Vreede Photography and Stonecrest Photography.
Live art performance courtesy of Tony Roko.
Read the event recap in The Detroit News and Detroit Business Journal.
2018
EVENT DATE
November 9, 2018
VENUE
Cauley Ferrari
ATTENDEES
300 guests
AMOUNT RAISED
$260k
The third annual Uncork for a Cure was held on November 9, 2018 with more than 350 guests gathering at Cauley Ferrari in West Bloomfield to support the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center Breast Oncology Program and Breast Care Center. A strolling dinner was served by a team of some of Detroit's most coveted chefs, including Luciano DelSignore from Bacco, Andy Hollyday from Selden Standard, James Rigato of Mabel Gray, and Kate Williams from Lady of the House. Guests uncorked fine wine paired by the first female Master Sommelier in the United States and second female Master Sommelier in the world, Madeline Triffon of Plum Market. Triffon and her hand-picked team of experts served attendees with heart-warming hospitality and impeccable recommendations. The evening also included a silent auction, luxury cars, and a trunk show featuring Roberto Coin Fine Jewelry.
The proceeds from the event funded three critical and ongoing research projects:
“Characterization of Unique Phenotype of Lobular Breast Cancer CTCs” by Monika Burness, M.D. and Eusik Yoon, Ph.D.;
“Molecular Refinement of Invasive Lobular Carcinoma Definition in Tissue and Liquid Biopsies” by Costanza Paoletti, M.D.; and
“Elucidating the Mechanism of CDK4/6 Inhibitor-mediated Radiosensitization of ER+ Breast Cancers” by Corey Speers, M.D., Ph.D.
Full photo library available from Lisa Vreede Photography.
Live art performance courtesy of Peter Farmer.
Read the event recap in Detroit Business Journal, SEEN Magazine, and The Detroit News.
2017
EVENT DATE
September 14, 2017
VENUE
Bacco Ristorante
ATTENDEES
200 guests
AMOUNT RAISED
$170k
On September 14, 2017 we held the 2nd Annual Uncork for a Cure. The sold-out event was held at Bacco Ristorante in Southfield, Michigan. Guests enjoyed delectable dishes created by several James Beard Foundation Award nominees, including owner and four-time James Beard Award nominated chef Luciano Del Signore, James Beard Award-nominated chef and owner James Rigato of Mabel Grey, and three-time James Beard Award semi-finalist and owner and executive chef Andy Hollyday of Selden Standard, as well as Bacco Ristorante’s executive chef, Gabriel Botezan. Guests uncorked fine wine paired by the first female Master Sommelier in the United States and second female Master Sommelier in the world, Madeline Triffon of Plum Market. Triffon and her hand-picked team of experts served attendees with heart-warming hospitality and impeccable recommendations. There was a glamorous trunk show featuring Roberto Coin Fine Jewelry and silent auction.
The $170k in proceeds from the event supported The Breast Cancer Survivorship Clinic at the University of Michigan Rogel Rogel Cancer Center. The Initiative is designed for women who have had breast cancer and provide patients with strategies to optimize their overall health and wellness- now and in the future. An overall goal of survivorship is to assist patients in learning more about health issues that may occur following completion of their breast cancer treatment and strategies to address these issues and concerns. Learn more about The Breast Cancer Survivorship Clinic.
Full photo library available from Lisa Vreede Photography.
Read the event recap in Hour Detroit Magazine and The Detroit News.
2016
EVENT DATE
September 28, 2016
VENUE
Bacco Ristorante
ATTENDEES
140 guests
AMOUNT RAISED
$65k
The Inaugural Uncork for a Cure event was held on September 28, 2016. About 140 guests arrived at Bacco Ristorante and were treated to a array of magnificent wines and hors d’ oeuvres during a reception before being seated for a four-course dinner masterfully prepared by owner and four-time James Beard Award-nominated chef Luciano DelSignore of Bacco and James Beard Award-nominated chef and owner James Rigato of Mabel Gray. Guests uncorked fine wine paired by the first female Master Sommelier in the United States and second female Master Sommelier in the world, Madeline Triffon of Plum Market. Triffon and her hand-picked team of experts served attendees with heart-warming hospitality and impeccable recommendations. In addition, Saks Fifth Avenue displayed a beautiful collection of Roberto Coin Fine Jewelry modeled by stunning Farmington Hills talent agent Renee Godin.
The $65k in proceeds from the event supported the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center Breast Oncology Program and the breast oncology surgical fellowship, which assists patient care and research.
Full photo library available from Lisa Vreede Photography.
Check out the special message from Breast Cancer survivor Amy Robach of Good Morning America to the 2016 Inaugural Uncork for a Cure attendees.
PAST EVENTS
BASBLUE FIRESIDE CHAT
This Fireside Chat on Breast Health was held at BasBlue and fostered transformational dialogue to engage women from the Detroit community in networking and empowerment while learning from leading experts in breast health from Karmanos Cancer Institute and University of Michigan.
The event was moderated by Jacqueline Jeruss, M.D., Ph.D., Associate Vice President for Research, Integrity and Compliance, Associate Dean for Regulatory Affairs, Director, Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship and Professor of Surgery, Pathology, and Biomedical Engineering at University of Michigan.
It featured a multidisciplinary panel of providers in the fields of Surgery, Medical Oncology, Breast Imaging, and Gynecology. Guests had the opportunity to ask experts about breast and women's health, get help to decipher the myths from the truth, and learn about the latest in breast mammograms, breast density, women's gynecological health, diagnosis, and prevention.
May 11, 2023
INCIRCLE AFTER DARK
We sipped, we snacked and we shopped at Neiman Marcus Troy for their 'Incircle After Dark' event benefiting the Dynami Foundation! The event featured shoe and handbag custom artwork by El Cappy, music by Ro Spit, fashion Illustration by Nicole Jarecz and sweets by Sweet Dreamz Creamery.
October 16, 2019
VINTAGE TRUNK SHOW
Trunk Show with Detroiter and Bravo Celebrity Christos Garkinos (of Covet by Christos) at the Detroit Foundation Hotel. This 'sip n shop' event featured an incredible selection of vintage clothing and accessories from brands like Gucci, Prada and Chanel. A portion of sales benefited the Dynami Foundation.
October 10, 2019
PLUM MARKET PARTNERSHIP
The Dynami Foundation partnered with Plum Market to donate to the Uncork For a Cure cause at all Michigan locations in 2019. Locals shopped to support the cause by rounding up on their tab at check-out or simply donating a flat amount. We have raised $13,000 to-date through this initiative for breast cancer research!
Master Sommelier of Plum Market, Madeline Triffon, who is also the first Woman Master Sommelier in the United States, curates wine pairings for the annual Uncork For a Cure event. Triffon is dedicated to supporting breast cancer research as her family has been directly affected by the disease. She supported her cousin, Dynami founder, Flora Migyanka, as she survived her diagnosis.
PAST PARTNERS & SPONSORS
Neiman Marcus Troy, Michigan
George Development Group
Liz & Steve Schubiner
Karen & Keith Simmons
Susan & Richard Bayer
Connie & Brian Demkowicz
Flora & John Migyanka
Norma and Michael Dorman M.D.
Jodi and Kevin Neff
Amy and Mark Spitznagel and Idyll Farms
Phyllis and Robert Pilcowitz
Melanie and Steve Lefkofsky
Somerset Collection
Suzy and Larry Dell M.D.
Deb and Loren Venegas
Carol and Sanford Vieder D.O.
Heather and Ronnie Boji
Liz and Eric Lefkofksy
Ally Bank
Hologic
Lori and Maurice Pogoda
Down Companies
Sherri and Jimmy Ketai
R-Hirt
Alexion
Amy and Brian Stoy
Cheryl and Ronald Kerwin M.D.
Gracer Boxer M.D.
Leonard and Kim Kerwin M.D.
Liz Marek and Andrew Kilbride
Renee and Chuck Janovsky
Sheldon Yellen
Hilary and Edan King
Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute
Amy and Eric Grosinger
Colleen and Dan Hughes
Elayne Kirshner
Frances and David Grossman
Mischawn Fosse and Sherwyn Mistry
Meko and Randy Price
Sara and Craig Devlin
Roz and Stanford Blanck
Cynthia and Dominick Schiano
Shelly Freedman and Richard Steink
Lucia Lehman
Bethany Nickerson
Sania Najjar and Jerry Ruggirello
Mark and Terri Goodman