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About The Gala

The Festival of Hope Gala is an annual opportunity to honor individuals and organizations that have made substantial contributions to improving the lives of people affected by cancer through their partnerships with CancerCare. Oncology professionals, healthcare providers, representatives from major corporations, as well as cancer survivors and members of the community participate in this event annually. This powerful evening pays tribute to the dedicated supporters and tireless advocates who help CancerCare sustain our free programs and services.

About CancerCare

Founded in 1944, CancerCare is the leading national organization dedicated to providing free, professional support services including case management, counseling, support groups, educational workshops, publications and financial assistance to anyone affected by cancer. All CancerCare services are provided by oncology social workers and world-leading cancer experts.



CancerCare Board of Trustees


PRESIDENT

Andrew C. Pizzo

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT

Michael Parisi

TREASURER

Walter M. Steppacher IV

ASSISTANT TREASURER

Loretta Moseman

SECRETARY

Joanne M. Vanak, MSN, BSN


Board Members


Janet Dewart Bell, PHD

JAMES BIGGLESTONE

RICHARD S. COHEN

JESSICA DALEY

JOHN N. EVANS, CPA

STEPHEN M. FIELDS

FLAVIO FIGUEIREDO

Renata Esper Figueiredo

PAUL M. FRIEDMAN

PATTI JEWELL

KRIS JOHNSON

DENISE JULIANO

JOHN W. KEATING

ALTON (JOSH) KREMER, MD, PhD

Alexander Lavecchia, A1A

J. LEONARD LICHTENFELD, MD, MACP

MARSHA J. PALANCI

WILLIAM C. PELSTER

HARVEY SHAPIRO

Susan Smirnoff

CRAIG VOSBURG


Chief Executive Officer

Christine Verini, RPh

Become a Sponsor!

If you are interested in participating, please contact elebensberg@cancercare.org

Sponsorship Levels


Presenting Sponsor: $50,000 (tax-deductible amount is $47,500)
  • Two tables of ten guests each with premier seating
  • Name and logo billed as Presenting Sponsor in all event-related materials, including: invitation*, website, signage and press releases
  • Presenting Sponsor ad in the electronic journal
  • Verbal acknowledgment during the event program
  • Participation during the event program

Festival of Hope Sponsor: $25,000 (tax-deductible amount is $22,500)
  • One table of ten with premium seating
  • Name and logo with premium placement in all event-related materials including: invitation*, program, website, signage and press releases
  • Festival of Hope ad in the electronic journal
  • Verbal acknowledgment during the event program

Benefactor Sponsor: $15,000 (tax-deductible amount is $13,750)
  • One table of ten with preferred seating
  • Name and logo with preferred placement in all event-related materials including: invitation*, website, signage and press releases
  • Benefactor ad in the electronic journal
  • Verbal acknowledgment during the event program

Patron Sponsor: $10,000 (tax-deductible amount is $8,750)
  • One table of ten
  • Name and logo in event-related materials including: invitation*, website and signage
  • Patron ad in the electronic journal
  • Verbal acknowledgment during the event program

Contributor Sponsor: $5,000 (tax-deductible amount is $3,750)
  • One table of ten
  • Listing in event-related materials, including: invitation*, website and signage
  • Contributor ad in the electronic journal

Beacon Sponsor: $2,500 (tax-deductible amount is $1,875)
  • Five tickets
  • Listing in event-related materials, including: invitation*, website and signage
  • Beacon ad in the electronic journal

*Deadline for inclusion in the invitation is Monday, February 16, 2025.


Individual Ticket: $500 (tax-deductible amount is $375)

    Tickets will not be mailed. Your reservation will be managed at check-in.




E-Journal Ads:  The 2024 Festival of Hope Gala will feature an electronic journal that will be projected during the event and will be available online following the event. All ads will be displayed in color on a 9’x16’ screen.
Artwork Specifications**: Size: 5” high x 10” wide, Format: PDF or JPEG, Resolution: 300 dpi or higher. **CancerCare is happy to design ads for our supporters.
**Deadline is Monday, March 23, 2025.

  • Platinum Ad: $5,000
  • Gold Ad: $2,500
  • Silver Ad: $1,500
  • Bronze Ad: $1,000
  • Supporter Ad: $500

Donate

Please visit www.cancercare.org/festivalofhope2024 for more event information and secure online registration or contact Erica Lebensberg, Senior Director of Special Events, at elebensberg@cancercare.org or 212.712.6165