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Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation Raises Money For Cancer Research

by xoJohn July 14, 2021

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

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

Tribeca Film Festival: In The Sun

by Desha Winborne June 21, 2021

written by Desha Winborne 1 minutes read

Despite being the most preventable of cancers Skin Cancer affects millions of Americans every year. Documentary short In The Sun hopes to shed light on this deadly illness by providing life-saving information on sun safety. The 37-minute film follows the lives of seven families and their journies navigating the effects of skin cancer. Though most of their stories offer a hopeful glimpse at prevention and survival, there are also intense moments of sadness as the cast discusses those who succumbed to the cancers and the reality of treatment.

June 21, 2021 0 comment

The Scene

American Cancer Society Celebrates 14th Annual Taste of Hope

by Sia-Alika Battle June 3, 2019

written by Sia-Alika Battle 1 minutes read

The Metropolitan Pavilion in Chelsea NYC was the venue for The American Cancer Society the 14th Annual Taste of Hope. One of the most anticipated charity events of the year. The landmark space was transformed into a culinary wonderland. The Taste of Hope is the American Cancer Society’s signature event, featuring over 90 of New York’s most popular restaurants and beverage vendors. Guests enjoyed a walk-around tasting where they sampled signature dishes, premier wines and spirits, and inventive cocktails. Taste of Hope donations supports the mission of the American Cancer Society as they work to save lives, celebrate survivors, and lead the fight for a world without cancer.

June 3, 2019 0 comment

The Scene

Prostate Cancer Foundation Hosts 2018 New York Dinner

by xoJohn December 11, 2018

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) hosted the 2018 New York Dinner at the Restaurant Daniel in New York City. The dinner raised $11 million dollars to support the foundation. Guests were treated to a special performance by Grammy® Award winners Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo. The memorable evening welcomed leaders in medicine, top research scientists and distinguished New York City socialites to explore refined European cuisine, world-class wines and the gracious hospitality at Restaurant Daniel in support of the Prostate Cancer Foundation.

December 11, 2018 0 comment

The Scene

Billy Idol and Dianne Reeves Perform at Prostate Cancer Foundation’s Annual Gala

by xoJohn September 1, 2016

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) is the world’s leading philanthropic organization funding and accelerating prostate cancer research. The organization has raised more than $660 million and provided funding to more than 2,000 research programs at more than 200 cancer centers and universities. Over the weekend, PCF hosted its annual gala at the Parrish Art Museum in Water Mill, NY. The event’s Challenge Research Award raised over $3.5 million in support of the foundation’s work. The gala supported the 12^th Annual Charles Evans PCF Pro-Am Tennis Tournament, named after the successful entrepreneur who constantly turned tragic events throughout his life into philanthropic causes.

September 1, 2016 0 comment

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The Samuel Waxman Foundation Raises Millions with “Collaboration for a Cure”

by Desha Winborne November 19, 2012

written by Desha Winborne 1 minutes read

Cancer has claimed the lives of millions of people worldwide. It is a deadly killer and the great equalizer as it does not discriminate between class, race, or social standing. It is one of the leading causes of fatality the world over. The war against this deadly illness involves a great deal of time, effort and research, all of which comes at a price that many who face it simply can not afford to face alone. The Samuel Waxman Foundation is one of the leading organizations fighting for a cure. Since 1976 they have raised more than 80 million in support of researchers world-wide. Though there have been great strides over all the war is far from over.

November 19, 2012 1 comment

Lifestyle

Health Awareness: Pancreatic Cancer

by K.Nicole December 13, 2011

written by K.Nicole 1 minutes read

Purple: a color of authority, strength, nobility and power. Purple can represent a multitude of possibilities, but to Shirley’s Angel Foundation it means bringing awareness to the community about a “silent disease”, Pancreatic Cancer. Though quiet as it may be, Pancreatic Cancer is the 4th leading cause of cancer death in the US. November marks National Pancreatic Cancer Month.

December 13, 2011 0 comment