| March 26th 2010-KALEIDOSCOPE OF HOPE TO HONOR THE JERSEY SHORE GIRLS at April Gala |
| April 9th, 2009-NJ OVARIAN CANCER FOUNDATION HONORS NEW JERSEY ONCOLOGY PRACTICE, PRESENTS $200,000 TO RESEARCHERS, ADVOCATES |
| Saturday, April 4, 2009-KALEIDOSCOPE OF HOPE SPRING GALA 2009 |
| September 10, 2008-Daily Record -Kaleidoscope of Hope plans three fundraising walkathons |
| September, 2008- From Vicinity -KOH Golf Event Honors Founder |
| September 4, 2008- From NJ.com -Morristown walkathon takes steps to fight ovarian cancer |
| August 29, 2008- From the Recorder Community Newspapers - Award to honor courage in face of cancer |
| August 23, 2008 - Daily Record • Towns will turn teal for cancer drive |
| August 22, 2008 - ObserverTribune • Award to honor courage in the face of cancer (Adobe PDF Reqired ) |
| August 20, 2007- KALEIDOSCOPE OF HOPE FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES
EXPANDED SEPTEMBER OVARIAN CANCER WALKATHONS
IN MORRIS, BERGEN AND NOW OCEAN COUNTIES
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| July 17, 2007- KALEIDOSOPE OF HOPE FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES TURN THE TOWNS TEAL CAMPAIGNS (Adobe PDF Reqired ) |
| April 13, 2006- OVARIAN CANCER FOUNDATION HONORS SIMON FAMILY, WYETH, PRESENTS $140,000 TO RESEARCHERS, FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM (Adobe PDF Reqired ) |
| March 14, 2006- KALEIDOSCOPE OF HOPE TO HONOR JANET AND PETER SIMON AND WYETH, AND TO PRESENT AWARDS FOR OVARIAN CANCER RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY AT APRIL 8 EVENT (Adobe PDF Reqired ) |
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| April 13, 2005- NJ OVARIAN CANCER FOUNDATION HONORS U.S. REP. RODNEY FRELINGHUYSEN, PRESENTS MORE THAN $200,000 TO RESEARCHERS, NEW “KALEIDOSCOPE OF HOPE” FELLOWSHIP (Adobe PDF Reqired ) |
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| May 2005-Gail MacNeil Honored as the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in New Jersey and Rockland County, NY Humanitarian of the Year (Adobe PDF Required) |
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| October 5, 2004 - TWO NEW JERSEY WALKATHONS RAISE RECORD SUM FOR KALEIDOSCOPE OF HOPE FOUNDATION |
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| June 9, 2004 - GOLF EVENT RAISES $16,000 FOR OVARIAN CANCER FOUNDATION IN MEMORY OF DIANE CASTLE |
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| March 25th , 2004 - NJ FOUNDATION RAISES, CONTRIBUTES $120,000, FUELING OVARIAN CANCER RESEARCH, AWARENESS |
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| October 15, 2003 - KALEIDOSCOPE OF HOPE FOUNDATION, REP. FRELINGHUYSEN VISIT NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH IN WASHINGTON, DC |
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| September 8, 2003 - WALKATHON PROVIDES A “KALEIDOSCOPE OF HOPE” FOR OVARIAN CANCER RESEARCH, RAISING $150,000. |
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| August 12, 2004 - WITH FOURTH WALKATHON FAST APPROACHING, LOCALOVARIAN CANCER FOUNDATION SEES ‘HOPE’ IN RESEARCH GAINS |
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| March 21, 2003 - LOCAL FOUNDATION DONATES $75,000 TO OVARIAN CANCER RESEARCH |
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| September 23, 2002 - WALKATHON DRAWS HUNDREDS FOR OVARIAN CANCER RESEARCH |
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| February 8, 2002 - OVARIAN CANCER GROUP WELCOMES RESEARCH BREAKTHROUGH |
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| September 26, 2001 - HUNDREDS MARCH IN KALEIDOSCOPE OF HOPE WALKATHON |
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TWO NEW JERSEY WALKATHONS RAISE RECORD SUM FOR KALEIDOSCOPE OF HOPE FOUNDATION
MADISON, NJ—October 5, 2004 Showing that strength really does exist in numbers, hundreds of supporters helped raise $170,000 for ovarian cancer research and awareness at two recent New Jersey Walkathons. The events were organized by the Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation, a local nonprofit created by three ovarian cancer survivors. This is the first year that Kaleidoscope of Hope has led two such efforts during September, which is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Both exceeded all expectations in terms of attendance and financial contributions.
The walks, one in Bergen and one in Morris County, provided an opportunity for individuals, groups, and families to support the research and awareness that can help save women’s lives. On September 19, over 450 people attended the KOH’s Fifth Annual Morristown Walkathon. On September 26, the First Annual Lyndhurst Walk, in memory of Diane Castle and Pat Erminio, brought 200 walkers to Richard W. DeKorte Park at Meadowlands Environmental Center. The Castle family of Lyndhurst, longtime supporters of Kaleidoscope of Hope, was instrumental in organizing and running the Lyndhurst event.
Ovarian cancer, the fifth leading cause of cancer death in women, claims the lives of over 500 New Jersey residents a year. The disease, which can be difficult to detect, is also difficult to treat in its advanced stages. Less than 35 percent of all women who develop ovarian cancer are alive five years after their diagnosis. “We have made great strides in the treatment of this disease but we have a long way to go,” said Dr. Darlene Gibbons, Clinical Director of Gynecologic Oncology at the Cancer Institute of New Jersey, who spoke at the Morristown walk. “Early detection, through improved public awareness and screening, is our best weapon to improve survival.” Recent advances in blood tests that use proteomics technology to identify protein patterns have led to an increased optimism that an early stage blood test will soon be available.
Local officials attending the walks included U.S. Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen; Morris Township Mayor H. Scott Rosenbush; Lyndhurst Mayor James Guida; and State Senator Anthony R. Bucco, District 25. Kaleidoscope Executive Director Terry Brannin and Mark Zenobia, president of On Your Mark Productions, Inc., received Founders Awards.
Based in Madison, NJ Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation was created in 2000 by three ovarian cancer survivors: Gail MacNeil of Chatham Township and Lois Myers and Patricia Stewart, both of Harding Township. After undergoing treatment for the disease, the women decided to turn their experiences into activism, organizing to increase awareness and help fund medical research. The foundation, which is staffed entirely by volunteers, has raised over $500,000, donating most of the proceeds to organizations involved in research and advocacy. For more information regarding the Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation, visit www.kohnj.org.
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GOLF EVENT RAISES $16,000 FOR OVARIAN CANCER FOUNDATION IN MEMORY OF DIANE CASTLE
Madison, NJ, June 9, 2004 – The Castle family of Lyndhurst, NJ invited golfers to support ovarian cancer research and pay tribute to Diane Castle, who died of ovarian cancer in 2001 at age 38. The 139 golfers who attended the Diane Castle Memorial Golf Outing responded by raising $16,000. Proceeds benefited The Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation, a New Jersey-based organization that raises community awareness of ovarian cancer and funding to support research on diagnosis and treatment.
Diane’s brothers, Rich and Jimmy Castle, co-chaired the outing, held at Bergen Hills Country Club in River Vale, NJ on Monday, May 24. Diane’s parents, Jim and Pat Castle, and her sister Patty actively participated in planning and running the event.
“The Castle family has given extraordinary support to research against this devastating disease. I can think of no better tribute to Diane’s memory than to continue the fight,” said Patricia Stewart of the Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation. The organization was founded in 2000 by three local ovarian cancer survivors: Stewart and Lois Myers of Harding Township, and Gail MacNeil of Chatham Township. After undergoing treatment for the disease, the women decided to turn their experiences into activism. Since its first walkathon in the fall of 2000, the group has raised over $350,000 for ovarian cancer research and awareness.
Kaleidoscope of Hope holds several fundraising events throughout the year to promote ovarian cancer research and awareness. For more information about the group’s events call (973) 644-0500, (201) 933-0008 or visit the web site: www.kohnj.org.
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NJ
FOUNDATION RAISES, CONTRIBUTES $120,000, FUELING OVARIAN
CANCER RESEARCH, AWARENESS
Morristown, NJ
- March 25, 2004 -- Since 2000, when The Kaleidoscope
of Hope Foundation was created to fight ovarian cancer,
over 71,000 American women have lost their lives to
the disease. Tonight, this local nonprofit presented
$120,000 to two renowned researchers and a national
advocacy group, funds that will be used to help more
women survive this difficult disease. To the three founders,
Patricia Nini and Lois Myers, of Harding Township, and
Gail MacNeil of Chatham Township, this was the third
and largest awards dinner for the group, with 125 supporters
and advocates for ovarian cancer research filled The
English Conservatory at The Madison Hotel.
The Foundation, which actively supports research in
early-stage ovarian cancer diagnosis, presented Dr.
David Fishman, head of the National Ovarian Cancer Early
Detection Program at Northwestern University with $50,000.
Dr. Robert Ozols, head of the Ovarian Cancer Program
at Fox Chase Cancer Center, also received $50,000 from
the Foundation, to help fund research related to the
detection, prevention and treatment of ovarian cancer.
Craig Rosati, Assistant Director of The Ovarian Cancer
Research Fund (OCRF) accepted an award of $20,000, to
support work related to patient support and disease
awareness.
Commenting on the awards, Gail MacNeil, Vice President
of The Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation stated: “Tonight,
we truly fulfill our mission of making a difference,
of actively supporting the research and the awareness
that will save women’s lives. Dozens of volunteers
have helped to make this night possible. Together, all
of us look forward to the advancements–and the
hope– that these contributions will surely bring.”
MacNeil and fellow founders Patricia Nini and Lois Myers
are all ovarian cancer survivors, who decided to turn
their experience with the disease into activism.
Due to a very successful Walkathon in September, 2003,
this was the largest awards presentation that the Foundation
has made in its five year history. Attended by over
550 people, the 2003 walk helped to raise a record sum
of $150,000. Anticipating further growth, two Kaleidoscope
of Hope Walkathons are planned for consecutive Sundays
in 2004. The first is scheduled for Loantaka Brook Reservation
on September 19. A second Walkathon is planned for September
26 at Richard W. DeKorte Park in Lyndhurst, NJ. Ovarian
cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer death among
women, and survival rates, despite advancements in cancer-related
therapy, have not improved significantly since the 1960’s.
If detected in its early stages, survival from ovarian
cancer is 95%. Yet the five-year survival rate for the
disease is less than 35%, because it is so difficult
to detect. The “hope” in Kaleidoscope of
Hope’s name is related to the difference that
early diagnostic tests or disease-specific therapy would
bring to many women and their families, each year.
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KALEIDOSCOPE
OF HOPE FOUNDATION, REP. FRELINGHUYSEN VISIT NATIONAL
INSTITUTES OF HEALTH IN WASHINGTON, DC
Madison, NJ
- On Wednesday, October 15, the three founders of the
Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation and Rep. Rodney Frelinghuysen,
representing New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District
in Washington, DC, visited with scientists and doctors
at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to discuss
cancer research.
“This visit allowed us to see firsthand the work
that is being done to research the causes of this deadly
disease, so that it can be detected early and treated
the most effectively,” said Gail MacNeil, Vice
President of the Madison-based foundation. “We
were deeply impressed by the scope of research being
conducted at the NIH. For those who have been touched
by the sorrow of ovarian cancer, it would be most heartening.”
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Touring
the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Kaleidoscope Founders met with research experts
at the National Cancer Institute and discussed the
status of research devoted to ovarian cancer. Left
to right: Dynna Gorham-Bigby, Congressional Correspondence
Assistant; Lois Myers; Congressman Frelinghuysen;
Patricia Nini, KOH; Dr. Barbara McLaughlin, Program
Analyst; Gail MacNeil; Dr. Terri L. Cornelison,
M.D., Ph.D, Program Director, Breast and Gynecologic
Cancer Research Group, NIH/NCI. |
Ovarian cancer continues
to cause more deaths than any other cancer of the female
reproductive system. In 2002, it was estimated that
more than 23,000 women in the United States will be
diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and that almost 14,000
women will die from this disease. Ovarian cancer is
often called the “silent killer” because
its symptoms often remain undetected until the disease
reaches an advanced stage and it is far more difficult
to treat successfully.
Rep. Frelinghuysen and the three women were briefed
by some of the top medical researchers at the National
Cancer Institute (NCI), which is within the National
Institutes of Health. They also toured a new hospital
being built at the NCI, scheduled to open in 2004.
“The women who have been burdened with this terrible
disease show great strength, courage, and perseverance
in the face of a very serious illness. They are a testament
to the need for greater awareness of ovarian cancer
and advancement in research,” said Rep. Frelinghuysen.
In recent years, the federal government has continued
to maintain and improve its role in cancer research.
Over the past five years, Congress has fulfilled its
promise to advance the progress of science by doubling
the federal budget for the NIH. Last year, it increased
the NIH budget by $3.7 billion – the largest one-year
increase ever, bringing the total budget to $27.3 billion.
Organized in 1999 by MacNeil of Chatham Township and
Patricia Nini and Lois Myers, both of Harding Township,
The Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation is New Jersey’s
primary advocate in the battle against ovarian cancer.
The three women, all survivors of the disease, decided
to turn their personal experiences into activism, creating
a nonprofit group that raises funds for research and
awareness. A longtime supporter of the group, Rep. Frelinghuysen
spoke at their recent Walkathon about the pressing need
for continued research.
For more information on ovarian cancer, visit www.nci.nih.gov/cancerinfo/types/ovarian
or call the Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation at 973-644-0500.
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WALKATHON
PROVIDES A “KALEIDOSCOPE OF HOPE” FOR OVARIAN
CANCER RESEARCH, RAISING $150,000
Madison, NJ – September
8, 2003. Taking steps to save
lives, the annual Kaleidoscope of Hope Walkathon drew
a record crowd of walkers, helping to raise $150,000
for ovarian cancer research and awareness. Held on Sunday,
September 7, 2003 at the Loantaka Brook Reservation
in Morristown, it was the fourth and most successful
event for the Madison-based foundation, with over 550
people in attendance and generating a record amount
of donations, which included both monetary and in-kind
gifts. This year’s walk was held in memory of
Lynda M. Franklin of Chatham Township, who died of ovarian
cancer in 2002.
Gail MacNeil of Chatham Township and Lois Myers and
Patty Nini, both of Harding Township, are all ovarian
cancer survivors. Together, they created the Kaleidoscope
of Hope Foundation in 1999, to advocate awareness and
raise research funds for a disease that is the fifth
leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. and claims
the lives of nearly 500 New Jersey women a year.
“Hundreds of dedicated people are here today,
to help fight a disease that claims far too many lives,”
said Myers, Vice President of the Kaleidoscope of Hope
Foundation. “We are grateful for the support of
our walkers, our volunteers and our generous sponsors.
Together, we can truly make a difference.”
Speakers at the event included the three founders of
Kaleidoscope of Hope as well as Valerie Smaldone of
106.7 Lite-FM; U.S. Representative Rodney Frelinghuysen
(R –Eleventh District); Senator Anthony R. Bucco
(R-District 25) and Jan Wotowicz, Mayor of Morris Township.
“Three remarkable women, ovarian cancer survivors
themselves, are helping others to better educate themselves
on cancer risks, as well as raise money for basic cancer
research to prevent future cases,” said Rep. Frelinghuysen.
Following the 1, 3, or 5-mile walk, an awards ceremony
recognized individuals and teams that had made outstanding
contributions. The award for Team with the Most Walkers
went to the supporters of Cindy Onnembo, a resident
of Wanaque, who is fighting ovarian cancer. Coreen Onnembo
organized and led a large group of supporters who pledged
and walked on behalf of her sister. The Diane Castle
Team Spirit Award went to Leigh DelPorto, Volunteer
Coordinator for the event. The Founder's Award went
to Janet Simon, sister of Lynda M. Franklin. Coldwell
Banker received the Team Award for Highest Number of
Pledges. Claire Eckert and Chris Franklin, son of Lynda
Franklin, received special recognition for the female
or male walker (respectively) who brought in the most
pledges.
Top sponsors of the event included James C. Edwards
and Co., the William E. Simon Foundation, Palriwalla
Foundation of America, PRMC Advertising, the Delta Corporation,
Wyeth Corporation and Optimum Orthopedics. Contributing
Sponsors included Coldwell Banker, Frederick Wildman,
the Schering Corporation, Atlantic Health Systems, Hooper
Holmes, Goldman Sachs, Wachovia Bank and the Hematology-Oncology
Associates of Northern New Jersey.
Walkers were treated to food and a large assortment
of gifts, compliments of many area businesses and vendors.
Contributors included Bob Robert of Frito-Lay, Kings
Supermarkets, Costco, Wegmans, Mark Opdyke, Stop n’
Shop, Trader Joe’s East, Propel Fitness Water,
ShopRite, Jersey Boy Bagels, Bagels-4-U, A&P, David
Alan Caterers and Marketplace, Pathmark, Michael’s
Riverside Chalet and the Lyndhurst Diner. The Walkathon
received additional support from Fast Signs of East
Hanover, Unilever, Calvin Klein, Pfizer, and Powder
Mill Cleaners.
Proceeds from the Walkathon will support research and
awareness-raising efforts sponsored by The National
Ovarian Cancer Early Detection Program and The Ovarian
Cancer Research Fund.
The National Ovarian Cancer Early Detection Program,
based at Northwestern University in Chicago, works with
the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and other NCI-Designated
Comprehensive Cancer Centers to improve women’s
healthcare. The Program is currently awaiting approval
of an early stage blood test that could save thousands
of lives annually by confirming the presence of tumor
markers in apparently healthy women.
The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund is a not-for-profit
organization founded in 1994 that is dedicated to the
formulation of early diagnostic treatment programs for
ovarian cancer, providing educational outreach programs
and supporting patients and their loved ones in understanding
the disease and its treatments.
Those who would like more information about the Kaleidoscope
of Hope Foundation or would like to donate can contact
them at 973-644-0500 or Post Office Box 1124, Madison,
NJ 07940.
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WITH
FOURTH WALKATHON FAST APPROACHING, LOCAL OVARIAN CANCER
FOUNDATION SEES ‘HOPE’ IN RESEARCH GAINS
Valerie Smaldone of LITE-FM
and U.S.Representative Rodney Frelinghuysen to headline
Morristown event
Madison, NJ – August 12, 2003.
An opportunity to support cancer research and those
who have been touched by ovarian cancer is just a few
weeks away. The Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation will
stage its fourth annual Walkathon at Morristown’s
Loantaka Brook Reservation on Sunday, September 7. Hundreds
are expected to attend the event, which has become an
important forum for raising community awareness of ovarian
cancer and funds for researching its diagnosis and treatment.
This year’s event will be held in memory of Lynda
M. Franklin of Chatham Township, who died of ovarian
cancer in 2002. Ovarian cancer is the leading cause
of gynecological cancer death and the fifth leading
cause of cancer death in U.S. women. In New Jersey alone,
approximately 500 women die of the disease each year.
The Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation was founded in 1999
by three local ovarian cancer survivors: Patricia Nini
and Lois Myers of Harding Township and Gail MacNeil
of Chatham Township. After undergoing treatment for
the disease, the women decided to turn their experiences
into activism. Since its first Walkathon in the fall
of 2000, the group has raised over $250,000 for ovarian
cancer research and awareness.
This year’s event is the most ambitious ever for
the Madison, NJ-based foundation. An organized group
of community volunteers has been working for months
to help meet its 2003 goal of raising $300,000. Valerie
Smaldone, mid-day host of 106.7 Lite-FM and an ovarian
cancer survivor as well, will be keynote speaker at
the event. U.S. Representative Rodney Frelinghuysen,
who has supported the Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation
since its earliest days, is also scheduled to speak,
along with New Jersey Senator Anthony R. Bucco.
“Important gains in medical research are underlining
the “hope” in our foundation’s name,”
stated Patricia Nini, President of the Kaleidoscope
of Hope Foundation. An ovarian cancer detection blood
test is now in final steps of testing and could be available
later this year. “Our goal, to support detection,
especially early detection, is now within sight,”
stated Nini. “This test would be absolutely instrumental
in saving lives.”
The blood test would detect the presence of a cancer
that is frequently called “the silent killer.”
Ovarian cancer is often overlooked until the disease
has progressed to a later, and far more dangerous stage.
A proteomics test that would look at protein patterns
in the blood, it is a collaborative effort between the
National Cancer Institute and the National Ovarian Cancer
Early Detection Program, a primary beneficiary of the
Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation’s fundraising
efforts
David Fishman, M.D., Director of the National Ovarian
Cancer Early Detection Program, is grateful for the
financial support his program has received from the
Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation and stresses the increased
need for assistance at this stage in the process. “Kaleidoscope
of Hope is making a commitment to improving women’s
healthcare,” he stated. “Because of their
support, financially and emotionally we are having an
impact on saving lives. In addition, we are hopeful
that the technology and the advancements we are making
will be applicable to many other cancers: cancer of
the pancreas, breast, prostrate and lung.”
Corporate Teams, individuals and family groups are invited
to attend the Walkathon and its post-event celebration.
Currently, Wyeth Corporation and the Morristown Memorial
Hospital are sending organized teams of walkers. Many
community businesses have donated food, beverages and
products to be distributed to the walkers.
The Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation Walkathon, will
be held at Morristown’s Loantaka Brook Reservation
on Sunday, September 7. Registration begins at 8 a.m.,
with the walk beginning at 9 a.m. Participants have
the option of a guided 1-, 3- or 5-mile course through
the reservation and can attend a celebration afterwards,
featuring food, entertainment, massages, gift bags and
prizes. For more information, call 973-644-0500 or visit
www.kohnj.org
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LOCAL
FOUNDATION DONATES $75,000 TO OVARIAN CANCER RESEARCH
Madison, N.J.- March 21, 2003.
The Conservatory of The Madison Hotel in Morristown
was the setting for the 2nd annual Awards Dinner of
the Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation, on March 20, 2003.
More than ninety people gathered to see the Foundation
present a check for $50,000 to Dr. David Fishman of
the National Ovarian Cancer Early Detection Program
at Northwestern University. Jamie Boris, Executive Director
of the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund in New York City
was also a major recipient, accepting a check for $25,000.
Among the guests were
family members of Annie Casale who lost her life to
ovarian cancer this year, and Diane Castle of Lyndhurst
who died in 2002.
A silent auction was held with many donated gifts from
local stores. Among the items donated were two fur-trimmed
coats from Shultz Furriers in Millburn. All the centerpieces
for the event were graciously donated by Sunnywoods
Florist, Chatham; J and M Florists, Madison; Flower
and Plant Place, Chatham Township; the Chatham Florist,
Chatham; ShopRite of Chatham Township and Jardiniere
of Far Hills.
The Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation is dedicated to
supporting ovarian cancer research and awareness of
the disease. It was started in 1999 by three ovarian
cancer survivors, Patricia Nini and Lois Myers of Harding
Township and Gail MacNeil of Chatham Township. The Foundation's
chief fundraiser is a Walkathon in September of each
year held at Loantaka Brook Reservation.
The next Walkathon is scheduled for September 7, 2003
again at Loantaka. For more information, to volunteer
to help, or request a walk application form, please
call 973-644-0500.
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WALKATHON
DRAWS HUNDREDS FOR OVARIAN CANCER RESEARCH
Madison, NJ – September
23, 2002. Buoyed by beautiful weather, the third
annual Kaleidoscope of Hope Walkathon drew hundreds
of supporters, helping to raise $100,000 for the local
ovarian cancer foundation. Founders of the foundation,
Gail MacNeil, Chatham; Lois Myers and Patricia Nini,
both of Harding Township, announced the success of their
third major fundraiser, held Sunday morning, September
22, at the Loantaka Brook Reservation in Morristown,
NJ. Over 400 people participated, many in support of
friends and family touched by ovarian cancer.
The Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation donates nearly 80%
of all monies it receives to research organizations
that are directly involved with ovarian cancer. This
year’s recipients will include the National Ovarian
Cancer Early Detection Program at Northwestern University,
a major international research program supported by
the National Cancer Institute (NCI); and the Ovarian
Cancer Research Fund in New York.
Opening the event were U.S. Representative Rodney Frelinghysen,
who spoke about the importance of funding research today.
Jan Wotowicz, Mayor of Morris Township and Fred Pocci,
Mayor of Chatham Township, greeted walkers and expressed
their support for the Madison, NJ- based Foundation.
Awards were presented at the close of the 1-, 3- and
5-mile walk. Pat Castle of Lyndhurst accepted the Team
Award for Highest Number of Pledges. About 80 members
of the Castle family walked in memory of Diane Castle,
who died of ovarian cancer in July, 2001. The Madison-based
Wyeth Corporation, also a major corporate sponsor of
the Walkathon, won the award for Most Number of Walkers.
Those who wish more information or want to donate to
the Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation can contact them
at 973-644-0500 or Post Office Box 1124, Madison, NJ
07940.
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OVARIAN
CANCER GROUP WELCOMES RESEARCH BREAKTHROUGH
Madison, NJ – February
8, 2002. News of National Cancer Institute (NCI)
trials on an early-stage blood test for ovarian cancer
has special meaning for the three women who head the
Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation, a New Jersey group
that supports research on this devastating disease.
Patricia Nini, New Vernon, Gail MacNeil, Chatham, and
Lois Myers, Harding Township, all survivors of ovarian
cancer, started the Foundation to advocate for research
and dissemination of information about ovarian cancer,
which causes more deaths than any other cancer of the
female reproductive system.
The Foundation raised more than $100,000 in 2001 for
research and information. A primary beneficiary was
the group that developed the new test -- NCI’s
National Ovarian Cancer Early Detection Program, directed
by David Fishman, M.D., Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive
Cancer Center of Northwestern University and Northwestern
Memorial Hospital in Chicago. “We are proud to
have played a part in this groundbreaking study,”
said Foundation President Patricia Nini. “We know
firsthand that early detection can save 90 percent of
women with ovarian cancer and are committed to working
with Dr. Fishman and supporting his lifesaving research.”
The test, if validated, has the potential to detect
protein patterns that may reflect presence of the disease
during Stage 1, when it is more easily treatable.
The Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation, based in Madison,
NJ, is the only New Jersey organization devoted to fundraising
for ovarian cancer research. The September 2001 Walkathon
drew more than 350 participants and was the group’s
major fundraiser.
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HUNDREDS
MARCH IN KALEIDOSCOPE OF HOPE WALKATHON FOR OVARIAN
CANCER RESEARCH; RECORD AMOUNT RAISED
Madison, NJ – September
26, 2001. Gail MacNeil, Chatham, Lois Myers,
Harding Township, and Patricia Nini, New Vernon, founders
of the Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation, announced the
success of their second annual Walkathon in support
of ovarian cancer research, held Sunday morning, September
9, at the Loantaka Brook Reservation in Morristown,
NJ. About 350 walkers turned out, more than twice the
number as last year, many in support of friends and
family touched by ovarian cancer. The Walkathon raised
nearly $100,000, four times last year’s totals.
More than $50,000 was collected at Sunday morning’s
event alone.
“We were deeply gratified by the response to the
Walkathon,” said Nini, President of the Kaleidoscope
of Hope Foundation. “The financial contributions
and presence of so many supporters sends a strong message
– together we can make a difference in the fight
against this terrible disease.” Recipients of
the funds raised by the Walkathon will include the National
Ovarian Cancer Early Detection Program at Northwestern
University, a major international research program supported
by the National Cancer Institute (NCI); and the Ovarian
Cancer Research Fund in New York.
Opening the event were Bret Schundler, former Mayor
of Jersey City and New Jersey gubernatorial candidate;
Jay Delaney, Mayor of Morristown; Sue Hoag, Mayor of
Chatham Township; and Jan Wotowicz, Mayor of Morris
Township, who brought greetings to the walkers and shared
their own personal stories of cancer. Ali Dwyer of the
Madison YMCA led the walkers in warm-up exercises, and
Jean Marie Rosone, LCSW, of the Carol G. Simon Cancer
Center, Atlantic Health Systems, started the marchers
on their way.
Awards were presented at the close of the 1-, 3- and
5-mile walk. The team with the highest number of pledges
was American Home Products (AHP), Madison. Accepting
the award for AHP were Ray Mann, Madison, Assistant
Vice President of International Taxes, and Lisa L. Brandes,
Rockaway, Manager of Public Affairs and Corporate Communications,
both of whose lives have been touched by ovarian cancer.
The male walker with the highest number of pledges was
Edward Lurie, Albany, New York, who walked with the
AHP team in memory of his wife, Carol Lurie. The Castle
family of Lyndhurst, walking in memory of Diane Castle,
who died of ovarian cancer in July, won the award for
the largest number of walkers. Patti Castle, partner
in Optimum Orthopedics, Lyndhurst, and Diane’s
sister, was the female walker with the highest number
of pledges. The Castle family also received the Founders
Award, given to the company or person sharing the goals
and mission of the Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation.
Corporate sponsors supporting the walk included American
Home Products, James C. Edwards and Co., and PRMC Advertising,
Presenting Sponsors; Novartis Pharmaceuticals, Bristol-Myers
Squibb, Schering-Plough, Coldwell Banker and Frederick
Wildman, Major Sponsors; and GPU Energy, Optimum Orthopedics,
TyCom, Lexus, Kessler Rehabilitation and Westminster
Land Development, Contributing Sponsors.
Area businesses and professionals contributed goods
and services, including Maurice Sabloff of Maurice’s
Original Party Animals; Ty Schulze of Apples & Company;
Maria Waldheim, Massage Therapy of Chatham; Sandy O’Reilly,
The Massage Dome; The Seeing Eye, Inc., Morristown;
and St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center, Madison.
Music was provided by Nightmoves. Many more local businesses
supplied refreshments and door prizes.
Those who wish more information or want to donate to
the Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation can contact them
at 973-644-0500 or Post Office Box 1124, Madison, NJ
07940.
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