Canton, MA (August 10, 2010) - Draper Therapies has partnered with the University of Michigan's Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the Spencer Bell Memorial Fund, to support research in the field of adrenal cancer. Draper Therapies' goal is to help raise awareness and support for endocrine diseases, which falls in line with Draper's core beliefs of providing health, wellness, life and love to humans as well as four-legged companions.

Endocrine diseases affect all animal species including canines and horses, so partnership with the University of Michigan's Comprehensive Cancer Center was a natural step for Draper. "This philanthropic approach we're taking isn't something new for our parent company, Draper Knitting, as they've always supported education and their surrounding community. As Draper Therapies is continuing to grow, we want to make sure that we're keeping with the ideals of our parent company, always remembering that we have to take care of those around us and supporting the future, no matter what it holds," said Kat Wojtylak, Product Manager at Draper Therapies. "All proceeds from the special Draper Therapy Blankets and bracelets, purchased through the Draper web site, go directly to the Spencer Bell Memorial Fund to support adrenal cancer research at the University of Michigan.""

Gary D. Hammer, M.D., Ph.D., Millie Schembechler Professor of Adrenal Cancer at the University of Michigan, said he is delighted to endorse the efforts of Wojtylak and Draper Therapies as they embark on the ambitious project to raise awareness and funds for the adrenal cancer research. "I am thrilled that Draper Therapies has strategically aligned with the Spencer Bell Fund at the University of Michigan to make a difference in the lives of those with Adrenal Cancer. The University of Michigan Adrenal Cancer Program has been involved with the Spencer Bell Memorial Project since inception," Hammer said. "The Spencer Bell Fund in part hopes to provide young undergraduate and graduate students experience in adrenal cancer research through internships in laboratories engaged in cutting edge work including the elucidation of defective genes in adrenal stem cells that contribute to adrenal cancer and the translation of such discoveries into novel new therapies that are entering into major national and international trials for adrenal cancer."

Draper's Wojtylak knows all too well what it is like to face cancer. In February of 2007 she underwent surgery for papillary and follicular cancer but is pleased to report that she has now been cancer free for two years. "The opportunity to team up with Bill Bell, Dr. Hammer and the staff at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center, has really allowed us to work with a group of wonderful individuals who are so committed to creating a world of difference for those faced with the hardships of adrenal cancer," Wojtylak said. "We have been immensely inspired and hope that our new partnership allows for new relationships to form, knowledge to be spread and growth in awareness for this disease." Wojtylak added, "In the case of Spencer Bell, he was an individual who always would 'Embrace this Moment' as 'There is No Plan B' and that is something we greatly admire. We not only want as many people touched by his story, as all the individuals at Draper were, but to know that through working together, great things can be achieved even when the light at the end of the tunnel cannot be seen."

Canton, MA (July 2, 2010) - Draper Equine Therapy, makers of therapeutic products for horses and riders, has partnered with Saratoga Horseworks to create Perfect Polos. They are a combination of Draper Equine Therapy's Therapeutic Polo and the tried and true Saratoga Bandage. The inside half of the Perfect Polo is made of the Draper Therapeutic Wrap while the Saratoga Bandage makes up the outer shell.

"Perfect Polos were designed to take our conventional Draper Polo Wraps to the next level. We really wanted to add some additional stability to the leg while the horse was exercising and we believe we have created something that has far exceeded our expectations," said Kat Wojtylak, Production Manager of Draper Equine Therapy. "The Saratoga Bandage has been on the market for a number of years and has been used in multiple markets from racing to jumping. It has been perfected so that it doesn't even compare to it's competition."

Saratoga Bandages have a firm controlled stretch that offers more support to the lower leg than any other product of it's type. The lightweight breathable material carries only three ounces of water when soaking wet, keeping weight down even in the worst conditions. The patented silicone application on the inside of the bandage has been further refined for a more secure fit and even pressure distribution of the leg.

The Draper Equine Therapy Polo Wrap is made from a high quality knit fabric that enables it to wear better and last longer even between washes. Through the technology of Celliant/Holofiber®, the Polo Wraps are designed to promote increased circulation within the leg to help keep edema and swelling in the leg to a minimum, while providing for faster recovery after a workout.

Wellington, FL (May 24, 2010) - Riding horses for their clients, trainers Heidi Fish and Penny Lombardo captured the Baby Green Hunter Championship, sponsored by Draper Equine Therapy, during the final weeks of the Winter Equestrian Festival's Spring Circuit. Fish won the championship, during the fifth week of the spring circuit on a warmblood gelding owned by Lane Thompson, while Lombardo and Too Much Fun, owned by Missy Yoder, won the championship during weeks six and seven.

"it's really great that companies like Draper sponsor the divisions. It is so nice to be able to use the winning certificate to purchase products for the horse and rider," said Eileen Edwards, the assistant trainer at Heidi Fish's Golden Oaks Farm. "I am really impressed with the selection on the Draper website and look forward to ordering their products."

Yoder was also thrilled that Draper sponsored the division and looks forward to trying the Draper Products. "We want to congratulate all of the horses, riders, trainers and owners that competed in the Baby Green Hunter division at WEF throughout the winter and spring circuit," said Kat Wojtylak, Product Manager of Draper Equine Therapy. "It has been a great experience to watch these young horses start their showing careers and we have enjoyed introducing their riders, owners and trainers to Draper's therapeutic products for horses and riders."