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Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation

Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation Celebrates Jean Shafiroff

by xoJohn April 9, 2024

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Philanthropist and coverstar Jean Shafiroff was celebrated at Fivestory in Palm Beach. The reception featured the creations of Jewelry designer Anna Zuckerman and benefitted the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF), a leading international organization dedicated to eradicating cancer. Attendees were treated to light champagne, prosecco and rose wine in addition to hors d’oeuvres while they shopped to support the Foundation’s cancer research programs such as the International Network on Aging and Cancer and the Women’s Cancer Research Program.

April 9, 2024 0 comment

Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation 25th Annual Collaborating for a Cure Gala

by xoJohn November 21, 2022

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The 25th Annual Collaborating for a Cure Gala, one of New York City’s favorite charity events celebrated its silver anniversary at Cipriani Wall Street. The “fun-raiser as opposed to the fundraiser” as described by Michael Nierenberg raised more than $6 million towards the goal of funding the next five years of crucial SWCRF cancer research programs such as the Partnership for Aging and Cancer Research Program, the SWCRF Institute Without Walls, and the Women’s Cancer Research Program.

November 21, 2022 0 comment

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Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation Raises Money For Cancer Research

by xoJohn July 14, 2021

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Now that New York is getting back to some kind of normalcy, more than 300 guests carefully gathered at the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation’s Hamptons Happening. One of our favorite charitable events we were happy to return to. The popular annual charity food and wine event was back in a big way and raised more than $400,000 towards cancer research. The 17th annual event was a celebration of health and wellness, and the culmination of The Global Walk to Flatten the Cancer Curve with SWCRF partner, Walk with a Doc. Committee members Maria Fishel and Kenneth Fishel hosted the magical evening at their beautiful estate in Bridgehampton.

July 14, 2021 0 comment

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Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation Collaborating for a Cure Gala Raises $6 Million

by xoJohn November 25, 2019

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One of our favorite charitable galas returned last week, The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF) 22nd Anniversary Collaborating for a Cure Gala. This year’s sold-out events raised nearly $6 Million, which was the most raised in the event’s history. Proceeds will go towards innovative research studying cancer genetics and metastasis. The gala drew nearly 1,000 guests who celebrated the SWCRF’s research achievements and honorees Kobi Halperin, Valery Joseph, and Marc Taub, who received the SWCRF Collaborating for Cure awards. Prior to the event, the Gladstein Family presented the SWCRF with a $1 million gift and a challenge to supporters to match their gift dollar-for-dollar. Attendees were treated to an intimate performance by Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, who just released their fifth studio album and will finish a tour opening for legendary bands such as The Rolling Stones and The Who. CBS 2’s Chris Wragge returned as this year’s emcee.

November 25, 2019 0 comment

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Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation Hosts Inaugural ‘Havana Nights’ Event

by Sia-Alika Battle May 9, 2019

written by Sia-Alika Battle 1 minutes read

The New York City skies were cloudy but the rooftop lounge at The DL in the Lower East Side was humming with the Latin beats and aroma of Cuban cuisine at the inaugural Havana Nights party hosted by the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF) young professionals Associates Board.

May 9, 2019 0 comment

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Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation Hosts 2018 Collaborating for a Cure Benefit Gala

by xoJohn November 16, 2018

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One of our favorite organizations, The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF), held their annual Collaborating for a Cure Benefit Dinner & Auction at Cipriani Wall Street. This marks 21 years of the charitable event. The annual gala raised approximately $2.5 million to support the SWCRF “Invest in Research” efforts that fund highly collaborative research projects focused on eradicating cancer. No snowstorm could keep guests away, including us, as the room was filled with hundreds of people. The gala encompassed 80% personal purchases and 20% purchases from corporations, whereas the other 14 fundraising events saw a turnout comprised of 20% personal purchases and 80% corporate purchases.

November 16, 2018 0 comment

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The 14th Annual Hamptons Happening Benefits The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation

by xoJohn July 18, 2018

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Every year, The Hamptons Happening is among the most eagerly awaited events of the Hamptons Summer season. The benefit is a scrumptious celebration of New York’s finest cuisine, personally presented by 20 of the top chefs of the most celebrated restaurants in New York City and the Hamptons. Guests indulged their appetites for the savory and the sweet, mixed and mingled, bid on exciting live and silent auction items and danced to world-renowned bluegrass band Sheriff and The Deputy all the while collaborating to fund the quest for a cure for cancer.

July 18, 2018 0 comment

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The 3rd Annual Blow Out Breast Cancer Event Hosted by Angelo David Salon & 95.5 PLJ

by xoJohn October 31, 2017

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

Angelo David Salon, New York City’s leading luxury hair salon for Couture Hair Extensions, Wigs & Additions, partnered with New York radio station 95.5 PLJ for the 3^rd Annual Blow Out Breast Cancer Event in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Proceeds from the event went to our friends at Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF), an international research organization dedicated to curing and preventing cancer. The popular event continues to grow, and is now adding participating salons; this year, Gumdrop Hairdressing, located at 46 Church Street, Montclair, NJ joined the cause. Attendees at the Gumdrop Hairdressing event included Nicole Coultas, VJ Moscaritola, and Jeanna Sheridan.

October 31, 2017 0 comment

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