Jersey Mike’s raises over $1.2 million to support The Valerie Fund
Jersey Mike’s Subs Raises $21 Million in March For Local Charities Nationwide Maplewood, April 6th – The Valerie Fund joined forces with 125 Jersey Mike’s Subs in New Jersey for the 13th Annual March “Month of Giving” campaign...
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EAT A SUB: HELP THE VALERIE FUND
Jersey Mike's Celebrates 13th Annual "Month of Giving" Maplewood, Feb. 15, 2023 – The Valerie Fund is joining forces with 124 Jersey Mike's Subs in New Jersey for the 13th Annual March "Month of Giving" campaign to support local charities....
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The Valerie Fund’s Annual Walk & 5K scheduled for June 10th Fundraiser for kids battling cancer and blood disorder in Verona Park
Now in its 18th year, the 2023 Valerie Fund Walk & 5K presented by Ed and Sue Goldstein & JAG-ONE Physical Therapy will be held on June 10th event in Essex County's Verona Park. This community-wide event gathers people...
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New Valerie Fund Center at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital
MAPLEWOOD, NJ, December 9, 2022 — The Valerie Fund is excited to announce its newest Valerie Fund Center at Stony Brook Children's Hospital in Stony Brook, New York. With the addition of Stony Brook Children's Hospital to its network...
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New Jersey Franchised Auto Dealers Honored For Longtime Support of The Valerie Fund
Dealership Community Has Raised Nearly $3 Million For Children With Cancer & Blood Disorders (November 14, 2022 - Maplewood, NJ) The Valerie Fund is excited to honor New Jersey's franchised new car and truck dealerships, as well as the New...
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The Valerie Fund Walk & JAG-ONE Physical Therapy 5K Run raises money for local children with cancer and blood disorders
Maplewood, N.J., September 20, 2022 - On Saturday, September 17th, more than 2,000 supporters joined together in a one mile walk around beautiful Verona Park in Essex County to celebrate the courage and resilience of children in our area...
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All-Star Hockey Game to Benefit The Valerie Fund Kids Ice Cancer founded by local teenager supports pediatric cancer care in NJ Campaign on schedule to reach $250,000 goal over three years of fundraising
West Orange, NJ: Kids Ice Cancer and The Valerie Fund are teaming up to score a goal against pediatric cancer in New Jersey. Andrew Low of North Caldwell and a Senior at Morristown-Beard School became interested in raising money...
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The Valerie Fund’s Annual Walk/5K Fundraiser for kids battling cancer and blood disorder will be held on September 17th in Verona Park
(April 4, 2022 Maplewood, NJ)- The Valerie Fund is excited to host our Annual Walk/5K, with the continued support of our Presenting Sponsors Ed & Sue Goldstein and our Exclusive Sponsor of the 5K- JAG-ONE Physical Therapy. Our mission...
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The Markovitz Family Creates Legacy for The Valerie Fund Children
(March 14, 2022 - Maplewood, NJ) Marilyn and Monroe Markovitz want to leave a permanent impact on their community. "We want to leave some evidence that we were here on this earth," reflects Monroe, as he nears his 90th...
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Actress/Activist Rosario Dawson Joins The 2021 New Jersey Auto Retailers Unite Campaign
(Maplewood August 30, 2021) More than 200 franchised New Jersey new car and truck dealerships have participated in a variety of New Jersey Auto Retailers Unite fundraising campaigns since 2014. Raising over $2,250,000 since 2014, their generosity has made...
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The Valerie Fund & Jersey Mike's Team Up To Help NJ Kids!
(8/10/2021 / Maplewood, NJ) - The Valerie Fund is thrilled to announce a partnership with Jersey Mike's Subs that will benefit the 6,000 children battling cancer and blood disorders in the seven NJ, New York City, and metro Philadelphia...
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The Valerie Fund adds new members to their Board of Trustees. Non-profit organization treats 6,000 children each year with cancer and blood disorders.
Chris Neil (Maplewood, NJ, August 5, 2021) The Valerie Fund is proud to announce, effective June 21st, Chris Johnson and Neil Mehta have joined the leadership board. Reflecting on their selection, Chairman Neil Yaris commented, "The Board of the...
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All-Star Hockey Game to Benefit The Valerie Fund Kids Ice Cancer founded by local teenager supports pediatric cancer care in NJ
Campaign on schedule to reach $250,000 goal over two years of fundraising Morristown, NJ: Kids Ice Cancer and The Valerie Fund are teaming up to score a goal against pediatric cancer in New Jersey. Andrew Low of North Caldwell...
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The Valerie Fund’s Annual Walk/5K moves to the Fall
Fundraiser for kids battling cancer and blood disorder will be held on September 25th in Verona Park (February 1, 2021 Maplewood, NJ)- The Valerie Fund is honored to recognize the organization's founders Ed and Sue Goldstein as the Presenting...
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All-Star Hockey Game rescheduled for Friday, August 21st at RWJBarnabas Health Hockey House, the Official Practice Facility of the New Jersey Devils
(Maplewood, NJ) Morristown-Beard student Andrew Low, founder of Kids Ice Cancer and his teammates were looking forward to the culmination of their spectacular fundraising efforts on behalf of critically ill children being treated at The Valerie Fund. The young...
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Covid19 vs. Camp - Coronovirus forces change in format but the spirit of Camp Happy Times will not be diminished Campers will hike the Virtual Trail in 2020
Covid19 vs. Camp - Coronovirus forces change in format but the spirit of Camp Happy Times will not be diminishedCampers will hike the Virtual Trail in 2020The Valerie Fund's summer program for children with cancer and young cancer survivors...
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The Valerie Fund reschedules annual Walk/5K in Verona Park New date is October 3rd
Virtual Walk and Run on June 13th will keep connection during time of social distancingReady to Raise More than $1,000,000 for the 9th Consecutive Year Walkers and runners will meet at Verona Park on Oct. 3rd 2020to support children with cancer...
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All-Star Hockey Game at American Dream to Benefit The Valerie Fund
Local teenager hosts Kids Ice Cancer event to help support pediatric cancer care in NJ. East Rutherford, NJ: Kids Ice Cancer and The Valerie Fund are teaming up to score a goal against pediatric cancer in New Jersey. When...
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$128,000 Raised For Children Battling Cancer & Blood Disorders in Monmouth County
Maplewood, N.J. October 18, 2019 – The Valerie Fund Center at Monmouth Medical Center's Unterberg Children's Hospital felt the love and support of the community on October 13th as World Subaru presented The Valerie Fund 5K Run and Walk...
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$5 Million Raised to Support Pediatric Cancer & Blood Disorders
Maplewood, N.J. September 1, 2019 – The Valerie Fund is proud to announce that it successfully completed its first-ever capital campaign, the Green Light Initiative, by raising over $5 million for pediatric cancer and blood disorders. The funds raised by...
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World Subaru presents The Valerie Fund 5K Run & Walk to benefit The Valerie Fund Center at the Unterberg Children’s Hospital at Monmouth Medical Center
Maplewood, N.J. July 22, 2019 – World Subaru will once again proudly partner with The Valerie Fund for their 5K Run and Walk (https://www.thevaleriefund.org/World-Subaru/) to be held on Sunday, October 13, 2019 in Long Branch, New Jersey. Last year,...
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The Valerie Fund Walk & JAG ONE Physical Therapy 5K Run raises money for local children with cancer and blood disorders
Maplewood, N.J., June 21, 2019 - On Saturday, June 8th, more than 4,000 supporters joined together in a one mile walk around beautiful Verona Park in Essex County to celebrate the courage and resilience of children in our area...
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Walk with The Valerie Fund June 8th
Ready to Raise More than $1,000,000 for the 8th Consecutive YearThousands of walkers and runners will meet at Verona Park on June 8, 2019 to support children with cancer and blood disorders [May 24, 2019 Maplewood, NJ]- Planning is...
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The Valerie Fund presents Grace's House, A Designer Show House Restoration of historic Plainfield mansion will benefit children in our area battling cancer and blood disorders
Maplewood, N.J. April 1, 2019 – In May of 2018, nine year-old Grace received a devastating diagnosis: she had a Germ Cell Brain Tumor. Grace's treatment brought her to The Valerie Fund Children's Center at Newark Beth Israel and...
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Grace attends roundtable hosted by Vice President Pence
Maplewood, N.J. March 18, 2019 – Grace, a current Valerie Fund Patient is truly an amazing young girl has been invited to the white house again on Wednesday, March 20 to a round table hosted by Vice President Pence...
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The Valerie Fund presents Grace’s House, A Designer Showhouse Restoration of historic Plainfield mansion will benefit children in our area battling cancer and blood disorders
Maplewood, N.J. January 14, 2019 – In May of 2018, nine year-old Grace received a devastating diagnosis: she had a Germ Cell Brain Tumor. Grace's treatment brought her to The Valerie Fund Children's Center at Newark Beth Israel and...
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The Valerie Fund presents Grace’s House, A Designer Showhouse Restoration of historic Plainfield mansion will benefit children in our area battling cancer and blood disorders
Maplewood, N.J. November 14, 2018 – In May, nine year-old Grace received a devastating diagnosis: she had a Germ Cell Brain Tumor. Grace's treatment brought her to The Valerie Fund Children's Center at Newark Beth Israel and after rounds...
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The Valerie Fund 27th Annual Thanksgiving Ball Gala to be held at The Grove on Friday, November 16, 2018
Longtime supporters Joe Sheridan and William Sumas of Wakefern Food Corp./ShopRite and Tara Favors, a Managing HR Director at Morgan Stanley to be honored Maplewood, N.J. November 7, 2018 –Thousands of Valerie Fund patients battling cancer and blood disorders...
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VALERIE FUND PATIENT CARLY AND HER FAMILY BENEFIT FROM REALTORS’ EFFORTS
Paterson home of young cancer patient one of 15 properties repaired during New Jersey's Realtors® Care Day on September 26th When Richard Scillieri, Chairman of the Realtors ® Care Day committee at the Passaic County Board of Realtors® met...
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The 5th Annual Valerie Fund 5K Run & Walk presented by World Subaru on October 7th receives the support of three local businesses
Maplewood, N.J. July 26, 2018 – The Valerie Fund is pleased to announce Jersey Strong Gyms, Dunkin' Donuts and Vonage have committed to sponsorships of the October 7th event to benefit children from the Monmouth County area battling...
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The Valerie Fund Walk & JAG Physical Therapy 5K Run raises money for local children with cancer and blood disorders
Maplewood, N.J., June 19, 2018- On Saturday, June 9th, more than 4,000 supporters joined together in a one mile walk around beautiful Verona Park in Essex County to celebrate the courage and resilience of children in our area being...
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The Valerie Fund Named 4- Star Charity by Charity Navigator
[Maplewood, NJ, May 8, 2017) The Valerie Fund is proud to announce it has again been awarded the highest rating by Charity Navigator, the nation's largest independent charity evaluator (www.charitynavigator.org). The non-profit organization treats children with cancer and blood...
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World Subaru presents The 5th Annual Valerie Fund 5K Run & Walk to benefit The Valerie Fund Center at the Unterberg Children’s Hospital, Monmouth Medical Center
Maplewood, N.J. April 30, 2018 – World Subaru will once again proudly partner with The Valerie Fund for their 5th Annual 5K Run and Walk (https://www.thevaleriefund.org/World-Subaru/) to be held on Sunday, October 7, 2018 in Long Branch, New Jersey....
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The Valerie Fund Announces 2018 Walk/5K Run set for June 9th in Essex County’s Verona Park
Ready to Raise More than $1,000,000 for the 7th Consecutive Year Over 4,000 walkers and runners will meet at Verona Park on June 9, 2018 to support children with cancer and blood disorders Planning is underway for the 2018 Valerie...
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Art will shine for critically ill children from our area on Friday, February 2, 2018.
ArtShines 2018 is a gallery event sponsored by Radius Digital Science at their office on 491 Bloomfield Avenue, Suite 104, in Montclair, New Jersey. Proceeds will benefit the children and families of The Valerie Fund and Leukemia & Lymphoma...
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The Benefit of Art When Treating Children with Cancer and Blood Disorders
Art will shine for critically ill children from our area on Friday, February 2, 2018. ArtShines 2018 is a gallery event sponsored by Radius Digital Science at their office on 491 Bloomfield Avenue, Suite 104, in Montclair, New Jersey....
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Former Tennis Pro and New Jersey Native Justin Gimelstob to Host Tennis Exhibition at Chatham’s Centercourt Athletic Club to Benefit The Valerie Fund
Madison Keys, Coco Vandeweghe, the Bryan Brothers and Justin Gimelstob scheduled to participate in Exhibition on December 9 Tickets to go on sale Thursday, October 26th Maplewood, NJ, October 25, 2017- For the seventh time, New Jersey native and former...
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Over $359,000 Raised at The Rook Run (and walk) in Long Branch for Kids with Cancer and Blood Disorders
Four year total of $822,000 supports the mission of The Valerie Fund Maplewood, N.J. (October 16, 2017) – The 4th Annual 5K Rook Run (and walk), held on October 8 in Long Branch on The Great Lawn Amphitheatre, has...
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Nearly 3000 Runner/Walkers Show Their Support For Kids With Cancer This Sunday In Long Branch
Maplewood, N.J. (October 2, 2017) – Rook Coffee has proudly partnered again with The Valerie Fund for The Fourth Annual Rook Run (and walk) presented by World Subaru (worldsubaru.com) to be held onSunday, October 8, 2017. The 5K run...
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Pier Village Celebrates The Valerie Fund's 40th Birthday with a family fun day.
Maplewoo, N.J. (September 12, 2017) In honor of National Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month, Pier Village is hosting a "birthday party" family fun day event to support The Valerie Fund on September 17th from noon to 4pm. Activities will include,...
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The Rook Run Grows In Support of The Valerie Fund
Long Branch, N.J. (August 31, 2017) – The Fourth Annual Rook Run (and walk) presented by World Subaru (worldsubaru.com) is set for Sunday, October 8, 2017. The 5K run and newly added one-mile walk will take place at the...
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The Valerie Fund Welcomes New Board Member Matt DeNichilo
The Valerie Fund Welcomes New Board Member Matt DeNichiloBusiness Executive is a Principal at Energy Capital Partners [Maplewood, NJ, July 31, 2017) The Valerie Fund is pleased to announce the addition of their newest board member Matt DeNichilo to...
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World Subaru, Lead Sponsor of The Rook Run (and walk) to raffle a 2018 Subaru Forester SUV raising money for the children of The Valerie Fund
Maplewood, N.J. (July 25, 2017) – Rook Coffee has proudly partnered again with The Valerie Fund for The Fourth Annual Rook Run (and walk) presented by World Subaru (worldsubaru.com) to be held onSunday, October 8, 2017. The 5K run...
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The Valerie Fund Walk & JAG Physical Therapy 5K Run raises money for local children with cancer and blood disorders
Maplewood, N.J., June 14, 2017- More than 4,000 people came to Essex County's Verona Park on Saturday, June 10th to celebrate the courage and resilience of children in our area being treated for cancer and blood disorders. Now in...
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The Valerie Fund Founders Inducted into New Jersey Hall of Fame Sue and Ed Goldstein Join Class of 2016
Maplewood, NJ, May 8, 2017) Sue and Ed Goldstein, founders of The Valerie Fund, were inducted into The New Jersey Hall of Fame during a red carpet ceremony at Convention Hall and the Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park on Sunday,...
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The Valerie Fund Founders to be Inducted into New Jersey Hall of Fame Sue and Ed Goldstein to Join Class of 2016
[Maplewood, NJ, May 1, 2017) The Valerie Fund is proud to announce that Sue and Ed Goldstein will be inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame. The determined efforts of the Goldsteins over the last four decades have...
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Sponsors help The Valerie Fund reach our goal
Ready to Raise More than $1,000,000 for the 6th Consecutive Year Over 4,000 walkers and runners will meet at Verona Park on June 10, 2017 to support children with cancer and blood disorders[Maplewood, NJ]- The 2017 Valerie Fund Walk...
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The Valerie Fund Names New Board Member
[Maplewood, NJ, March 27, 2017) The Valerie Fund, a nonprofit that provides support for the comprehensive health care of children with cancer and blood disorders is proud to announce Harriet Greenholtz will serve another term on the organization's Board...
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The Valerie Fund Names New Board Member
[Maplewood, NJ, March 23, 2017) The Valerie Fund is proud to announce the addition of their new board member JC Uva to serve the nonprofit organization that provides support for the comprehensive health care of children with cancer and...
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The Valerie Fund Named 4- Star Charity by Charity Navigator
[Maplewood, NJ, March 8, 2017) The Valerie Fund is proud to announce it has again been awarded the highest rating by Charity Navigator, the nation's largest independent charity evaluator (www.charitynavigator.org). The non-profit organization treats children with cancer and blood...
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The Fourth Annual Rook Run (and walk)
October 8, 2017Great Lawn Amphitheatre10 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch, NJrookrun.com Long Branch, N.J. (March 1, 2017) – Rook Coffee has proudly partnered again with The Valerie Fund to announce The Fourth Annual Rook Run (and walk) presented by World...
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The Valerie Fund Announces 2017 Walk/5K- June 10th in Essex County’s Verona Park
Ready to Raise More than $1,000,000 for the 6th Consecutive YearOver 4,000 walkers and runners will meet at Verona Park on June 10, 2017 to support children with cancer and blood disorders [Maplewood, NJ]- Planning is underway for the...
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Childers Sotheby’s International Realty Supports The Valerie Fund
The Valerie Fund partnered with Childers Sotheby's International Realty this year and raised over $7500 to support children in the area with cancer and blood disorders. The company and agent participation was a significant investment in the communities where...
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Welcome St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Center For Pediatric Cancers and Blood Disorders To The Valerie Fund Family
[Maplewood, NJ, October 4, 2016) The Valerie Fund is pleased to announce the dedication of their newest and seventh Valerie Fund Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders was held on September 21st. About 80 people were in attendance...
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Family of Late Business Execs Toby Tyler and Brock Lovero Host Golf Outing in Support of The Valerie Fund
3rd Annual Toby Tyler Golf Invitational to be held on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at Fiddler's Elbow Country Club in Bedminster, New Jersey Proceeds will benefit children in our area battling cancer and blood disorders Maplewood, NJ – On Oct 6,...
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Welcome St. Joseph's Children's Hospital Center For Pediatric Cancers and Bloods Disorders to The Valerie Fund Family
[Maplewood, NJ, September 15, 2016) Please join The Valerie Fund and St. Joseph's Children's Hospital on Wednesday, September 21st at 5:30 pm at the dedication of the new Valerie Fund Center in Paterson, New Jersey. Scheduled to speak...
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Until there is a Cure there is Camp
CAMP HAPPY TIMES for kids who have or have had cancer [Maplewood, NJ, September 12, 2016) The Valerie Fund's Camp Happy Times, a free one-week overnight camp for children who have or have had cancer is located at the...
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The Valerie Fund Names New Chairman
[Maplewood, NJ, September 6, 2016) The Valerie Fund is proud to announce that as of July 1st Dominic DiBari has assumed the role of Chairman of The Valerie Fund Board. Dominic has been associated with The Valerie Fund...
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World Subaru presents The 3rd Annual Rook 5K Run on Sunday, September 25th.
Fundraising goal of $250,000 to benefit The Valerie Fund.Growing company makes a great cup of coffee and is making a difference in the lives of children battling cancer and blood disorders. Long Branch, N.J., August 22, 2016- Nearly...
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The Valerie Fund Walk & JAG Physical Therapy 5K Run raises money for local children with cancer and blood disorders
Maplewood, N.J., June 27 , 2016- More than 4,000 people came to Essex County's Verona Park on Saturday, June 11th to celebrate the courage and resilience of children in our area being treated for cancer and blood disorders. The...
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The Valerie Fund Welcomes St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Paterson to The Valerie Fund Children’s Center Network
[Maplewood, NJ, June 7, 2016) The Valerie Fund is proud to announce that a new Valerie Fund Children's Center will open at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital Paterson and will join our healthcare network of pediatric centers supporting children with...
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New Jersey Realtors Support The Valerie Fund
The Valerie Fund has partnered with the North Central Jersey and Passaic County Board of Realtors on a new fundraising campaign that will make a difference in the lives of children with cancer and blood disorders in our area....
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The 2016 Valerie Fund Educational Seminar PALLIATIVE CARE: A New Layer of Support at All Stages of Illness
The 2016 Valerie Fund Educational SeminarPALLIATIVE CARE: A New Layer of Support at All Stages of Illness Thursday, May 5, 20167:30-9:00 p.m.Park Avenue Club184 Park AveFlorham Park, NJ 07932Seminar PresentersFrom New York Presbyterian-Columbia University Medical CenterStephen Sands, PsyD Valerie Fund...
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The Valerie Fund pays tribute to the VGo Robot – Helping Kids to feel more like Kids
New technology gives children with life-threatening illnesses the ability to attend school remotely and participate in a way they would not have able to during long periods of treatment. On April 4th The Valerie Fund Center at Goryeb Children's Hospital...
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The Valerie Fund Announces 2016 Walk/5K Run set for June 11th in Essex County's Verona Park
Ready to Raise More than $1,000,000 for the 5th Consecutive YearOver 4,000 walkers and runners will meet at Verona Park on June 11, 2016 to support children with cancer and blood disorders [Maplewood, NJ]- More than 13,000 supporters of...
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Rook Run 2016 registration now open
Long Branch, N.J. (March 2, 2016) – Rook Coffee is proud to announce that The Third Annual Rook Run is scheduled for Sunday, September 25, 2016. The 5K run will take place at The Great Lawn Amphitheatre inLong Branch, N.J.,...
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Lakeside Middle School Supports The Valerie Fund and Other Children’s Charities
On Wednesday December 23, 2015 the students at the Lakeside Middle School in Pompton lakes, NJ invited Barry Kirschner, Executive Director of The Valerie Fund to attend a school assembly on philanthropy. At the assembly almost 100 students...
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The Valerie Fund and New Jersey Auto Retailers Unite Select Winners of Two (2) New Vehicles
MAPLEWOOD, NJ – October 28, 2015 – Two individuals each won a new car or truck at a Sweepstakes Event held on Thursday, October 8 at Forsgate Country Club. The Valerie Fund and dealers participating in the New Jersey...
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The Rook Run raises over $175,000
The 2nd annual 5K run more than doubles proceeds from previous year Long Branch, N.J. (October 14, 2015) – Rook Coffee is proud to announce that The Second Annual Rook Run on Sunday, October 11 raised over $175,000 to...
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New York Ad and Media Industry hosted 10th Annual CAREOKE for the Kids to Support The Valerie Fund
NEW YORK – Oct 7th – On Oct 1, 2015 more than 1,200 people came out to support CAREoke for the Kids 10. Twenty-two acts battled it out in front of this record-breaking crowd. The event raised over $200,000...
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Rook is not just about coffee
Rook please??? This is the text I receive from my wife on most weekends on my way home from early morning trainings. When I stop by Rook in Long Branch on Route 36 to get her coffee, I am greeted...
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THE VALERIE FUND RAISES OVER $1 MILLION AT 10TH BIRTHDAY WALK
THOUSANDS TURN OUT TO SUPPORT THE CHILDREN AND FAMILIES OF THE VALERIE FUNDFunds to Go Directly Toward Treatment for Kids with Cancer and Blood Disorders MAPLEWOOD, NJ, June 17, 2015 – More than 4000 walkers and runners came out to...
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The Valerie Fund Announces 2015 Walk/5K Run set for June 13th in Verona Park
Celebrating a Decade of Support Over 4,000 walkers and runners will meet at Verona Park on June 13, 2015 to support children with cancer and blood disorders [Maplewood, NJ]- On Saturday, June 13th the 2015 Valerie Fund Walk &...
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New Jersey Auto Retailers Unite 2015 campaign launch
New Jersey Auto Retailers Unite To Support Children With Cancer & Blood Disorders 2014 Campaign Raised $800,000 For Children Served By The Valerie Fund March 17, 2015-- Following a very successful 2014 campaign, franchised auto retailers from across New...
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Reading, Writing, Robotics: Chester Student Attends School Remotely
Eighth-grader Sebastian Quinn is battling Hodgkin's disease, but still going to school thanks to pilot program robot. A student's eighth grade year comes with plenty of pressure, not the least of which includes social life and the...
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Beckham's 'Catch' a moment Giants rookie, new friend will share forever
The NFL-watching world saw what many called the greatest catch they had ever seen when Giants rookie wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. jumped into the air and cradled the football with one hand, capturing the imagination of millions by...
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The Valerie Fund and NJ Auto Retailers Unite to Celebrate the The Winners of 2 New Cars
MAPLEWOOD, NJ - September 15, 2014 - The Dancing with the Cars Gala supported by NJ Auto Retailers Unite to benefit the Valerie Fund, on Sunday, September 14, was filled with festivities and anticipation for selection of the winners...
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U.S. Trust Contributes $50,000 for the Valerie Fund and Dancing with the Cars Gala
MAPLEWOOD, NJ – September 10, 2014 – The Dancing with the Cars Gala supported by NJ Auto Retailers Unite to benefit the Valerie Fund, set for this Sunday, September 14, received a major boost today with the announcement of a...
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The Valerie Fund's Camp Happy Times Excited For 32nd Summer
Camp Happy Times is a one-week overnight camp program for children who have or have had cancer. Camp Happy Times is run by The Valerie Fund, a nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive health care for children with cancer and...
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NJ Auto Retailers Have Already Raised over $430,000
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- July 30, 2014: The New Jersey Auto Retailers Unite campaign is a one-of-a-kind partnership between The Valerie Fund and franchised auto retailers to raise money and awareness of The Valerie Fund and highlight the incredible work...
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New Jersey Auto Retailers Have Already Raised $250,000
The New Jersey Auto Retailers Unite campaign is a one-of-a-kind partnership between The Valerie Fund and franchised auto retailers to raise money and awareness of The Valerie Fund and highlight the incredible work auto retailers do in communities...
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Summit Health Management supports Valerie Fund Patient Now a Doctor
The weapons to eradicate cancer ---chemotherapy, radiation, surgery---kills the disease but also saps the energy and challenges the spirit of Valerie Fund patients and their families. After treatment and a return to normalcy, many will not remember or choose...
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OH WHAT A NIGHT! By Bella Rocco….Proud Valerie Fund Kid
Recently, I had the unique opportunity to meet the Jersey Boy himself, Frankie Valli AND go see Jersey Boys on Broadway thanks to the generosity of the show's producer Mr. Grano, Frankie Valli, and of course the wonderful...
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The Valerie Fund Announces 2014 Walk/5K Run set for June 14th in Verona Park
Over 4,000 walkers and runners will meet at Verona Park on June 14, 2014 to support children with cancer and blood disorders On Saturday, June 14, 2014 Essex County's Verona Park will once again be the site...
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CareOne’s Daniel E. Straus Announces Valentine’s Ball in Support of The Valerie Fund Exceeded Goal, Raised $1.1 Million
CareOne LLC Chief Executive Officer Daniel E. Straus has announced that CareOne's Wednesday night Feb. 12 gala Valentine's Ball exceeded its $1 million goal, raising $1.1 million in support of The Valerie Fund and the thousands...
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CareOne's Daniel E. Straus Sets $1 Million Goal in Support of The Valerie Fund
Valentine's gala fundraising event to help provide treatment for New Jersey children with cancer and blood disorders FORT LEE, N.J. – CareOne LLC Chief Executive Officer Daniel E. Straus today announced a $1 million fundraising goal for CareOne's Wednesday Feb....
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Frankie Valli – the original Jersey Boy announced an exciting new initiative: NJ Auto Retailers Unite for the Children of The Valerie Fund
The Valerie Fund has partnered with auto retailers to create a one-of-a-kind campaign (New Jersey Auto Retailers Unite) to raise money and awareness of The Valerie Fund and highlight the incredible work auto retailers do in communities throughout New...
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The Valerie Fund teams up with Frankie Valli and auto retailers throughout New Jersey to create a campaign to raise money and awareness of The Valerie Fund.
What: Frankie Valli, the original Jersey Boy, will announce the exciting new initiative: New Jersey Auto Retailers Unite for the Children of The Valerie Fund. The Valerie Fund has partnered with auto retailers to create a one-of-a-kind campaign (New...
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CareOne Employees to Make Final Toy Deliveries to Valerie Fund Children Just in Time for Christmas
FORT LEE, N.J.— On Christmas Eve, CareOne employees will complete the last of five special Christmas holiday toy deliveries to the children of the Valerie Fund Children's Centers for Cancer and Blood Disorders. CareOne CEO Daniel E. Straus said...
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CareOne CEO Daniel E. Straus Announces 2014 Fundraising Campaign for the Valerie Fund; Donates $10,000 Now and Promises 500 Toys in Time for Christmas
BERGEN COUNTY, N.J.— CareOne CEO Daniel E. Straus has announced the company's fundraising campaign to benefit New Jersey's largest network of healthcare facilities for children with cancer and blood disorders, donated $10,000 to the group and pledged that the...
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Former Tennis Pro and New Jersey Native Justin Gimelstob to Host Tennis Exhibition
Andy Roddick, James Blake, John Isner, Patrick McEnroe , Alex Bogomolov and T.V. Star David Duchovny and acclaimed model, Anne Vyalitsyna, scheduled to participate in Exhibition on December 6 Tickets to go on sale Friday, October 11th Maplewood, NJ,...
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The Valerie Fund awards $80K in college scholarships to 47 cancer and blood disorder patients to encourage post secondary education.
The Valerie Fund has supported children with cancer and blood disorders since 1976 and is committed to finding more opportunities to help these same teenagers and young adults succeed. With this goal in mind The Valerie Fund is proud to...
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The Valerie Fund founders Sue and Ed Goldstein are recipients of annual volunteerism award created by New Jersey Monthly.
Pair's long time support of children with cancer and blood disorders earns state's top volunteer distinction. Profiles of 2013 Seeds of Hope award winners featured in the magazine's September 2013 issue on sale now. [Maplewood, NJ, August 27, 2013]- ...
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CAREoke 8 will raise over $200,000 for The Valerie Fund
NEW YORK – July 18, 2013 – Leading media executives from television networks and agencies will share the Irving Plaza stage on August 21st when they put the "care" in karaoke at the eighth annual "CAREOKE for Kids" fund-raising...
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Supermodel Selita Ebanks gives back to The Valerie Fund filming PSA
[Maplewood, NJ, July 3, 2013] Supermodel Selita Ebanks filmed a Public Service Announcement on Tuesday with Valerie Fund patients Mia, Matthew and Sameed. The PSA will help bring awareness and support to The Valerie Fund, especially during September which is...
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THE VALERIE FUND RAISES RECORD-SETTING $1 MILLION
THOUSANDS TURN OUT TO SUPPORT THE CHILDREN ANDFAMILES OF THE VALERIE FUND CAPTAIN HOPE MAKES HIS DEBUT AT THE PARK Funds to Go Directly Toward Treatment for Kids with Cancer and Blood Disorders MAPLEWOOD, NJ, June 19, 2013 – More...
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Join us at The Valerie Fund Walk and 5K Run on June 15th in Verona Park
Over 4,000 walkers and runners will meet at Verona Park on June 15, 2013 to support children with cancer and blood disorders [Maplewood, NJ, June 7, 2013]- On Saturday, June 15, 2013 Essex County's Verona Park will be the location...
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Ed and Sue Goldstein, founders of The Valerie Fund, selected as 2013 New Jersey State Governor’s Jefferson Award recipients.
Ed and Sue Goldstein, founders of The Valerie Fund will be honored at the 2013 New Jersey State Governor's Jefferson Awards in the category of BD Health Care: Individuals on June 4th at the Newark Museum. The awards honor...
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Retro Fitness Lends Support to 2013 Valerie Fund Walk
Fitness Franchise to Host Virtual Walk/Run for Children with Cancer and Blood Disorders COLTS NECK, N.J. (May 6, 2013) – The leading low-cost, high-value fitness franchise concept, Retro Fitness, is lending support to The Valerie Fund Walk on Saturday,...
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The Valerie Fund Announces Investors Bank to sponsor 2013 Walk
Over 4,000 walkers and runners will meet at Verona Park on June 15, 2013 to support children with cancer and blood disorders [Maplewood, NJ, April 30, 2013]- On Saturday, June 15, 2013 Essex County's Verona Park will be the...
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Tunes For Thomas
The Valerie Fund announces Tunes For Thomas, a day of family fun, on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Lewis Morris Park from 11am-3pm. The event is being held in honor of Thomas Rice of Mendham, NJ. Thomas was diagnosed...
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Seton Hall's "Pirate Thon" Dance Marathon raises over $28,000 to benefit The Valerie Fund
PIRATE DANCERS FIGHTING CANCER Weekend's "Pirate Thon" Dance Marathon raises over $28,000 to benefit The Valerie Fund MAPLEWOOD, N.J., February 26, 2013 – Seton Hall University students staged a spectacular 18-hour dance marathon in an effort to "take no...
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PIRATES TO DANCE 18 HOURS STRAIGHT TO FIGHT CANCER
Seton Hall Students Team With the Valerie Fund for "Pirate Thon" Dance Marathon MAPLEWOOD, N.J., February 15, 2013 – Seton Hall University students will stage a spectacular 18-hour dance marathon in an effort to "take no prisoners" in the...
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The Valerie Fund Announces The 2013 Valerie Fund Walk and JAG Physical Therapy 5K Run
On Saturday, June 15, 2013 Verona Park will be the location of The Valerie Fund Walk and JAG Physical Therapy 5K Run. More than 4,000 people will run and walk to support the children of The...
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Tunes For Thomas
January 10, 2013 - Morristown, NJ The Valerie Fund announces Tunes For Thoma s, a day of family fun, on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Lewis Morris Park from 11am-3pm. The event is being held in honor...
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Happy Birthday Camp Happy Times
Camp Happy Times is celebrating its 30th season this coming summer with a huge birthday bash! "Happy 30th Birthday" will be the theme for the week, culminating in one extravagant birthday party on Saturday, August 18 when former counselors...
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ONE FOR THE RECORD BOOKS: THE VALERIE FUND RAISES RECORD-SETTING $1 MILLION FROM ANNUAL WALK
Funds to Go Directly Toward Treatment for Kids with Cancer and Blood Disorders MAPLEWOOD, NJ, June 11, 2012 —More than 4,000 walkers and runners came out to Verona Park in support of The Valerie Fund's Annual Walk and JAG...
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Warren Township announces poster winners for Valerie Fund Pride Month
When Warren Township Mayor Carolann Garafola announced the month of May will be "Valerie Fund Pride Month," a town-wide initiative to raise money for The Valerie Fund Children's Centers kicked off and a poster contest was held at...
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The Valerie Fund announces Atlantic Health sponsors walk .
The Valerie Fund Walk and JAG Physical Therapy 5K Run will be held on Saturday, June 9, 2012 in Verona Park. More than 4,000 people will run and walk to support the children of The Valerie Fund. Registration to participate...
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ESSEX COUNTY EXECUTIVE DIVINCENZO ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP
County Helping to Raise Awareness for the Valerie Fund, the March of Dimes, Susan G. Komen North Jersey Race for the Cure, Give the Kids Hope Foundation, Run for Rachel/Rachel Foundation, National MS Society and the American Heart Association Event...
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Sue Goldstein named Outstanding Women in Somerset County
"The 19 women being honored this year represent a cross-section of backgrounds and abilities," said Freeholder Mark Caliguire, commission liaison. "It is our pleasure to recognize them for the many contributions they have made to their communities." The Commission on...
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Warren Township Announces Valerie Fund Pride Month
Warren Residents Pledge to raise $100,000 to support The Valerie Fund Warren Township Mayor Carolann Garafola has announced that the month of May will be Valerie Fund Pride Month, a town wide initiative to raise money for this local...
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In Their Own Words
It is difficult to understand the effect of a serious childhood illness—on the patient or loving family members or friends—if you have not experienced it personally. A new publication of The Valerie Fund is an attempt to bridge that...
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MIU MIU TO HOST COCKTAIL RECEPTION CELEBRATING VALERIE FUND
WHO: Miu Miu to partner with Valerie Fund for cocktail reception WHAT: Miu Miu will host a private cocktail reception on Thursday, October 13th at its Short Hills boutique to benefit the Valerie Fund. WHEN: Thursday, October...
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“WINE & DESIGN” FUNDRAISER
“WINE & DESIGN” FUNDRAISER FORTHE VALERIE FUND FEATURES NEWDECORATING TRENDS North Plainfield,, New Jersey, August 8, 2011: What’s next in interior design for colors, styles, fabrics, furniture, accessories? Where do home fashion trends come from? What are...
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6th Annual CAREoke for the Kids
NEW YORKAD AND MEDIA INDUSTRY Host6th Annual CAREOKE for the Kids to Support The Valerie Fund NEW YORK – July 13, 2011 – Leading media executives from television networks and agencies will share the Irving Plaza stage on August...
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The 6th Annual Valerie Fund Walk & JAG Physical Therapy 5k Run Raises over $500,000 to Support Children with Cancer and Blood Disorders
With over 3,400 registered participants, The Valerie Fund shatters previous achievements inone of the most successful fundraising campaigns to date. [Maplewood, NJ, June 14, 2011]- On Saturday, June 11, 2011, The Valerie Fund Walk & JAG Physical Therapy...
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The Valerie Fund Receives Generous Donation from Central School in Warren, NJ
The Valerie Fund Receives Generous Donation from Central School in Warren, NJ Over $10,300 in donations enthusiastically raised by students, families and faculty at Central School in Warren, NJ for The Valerie Fund Walk & JAG Physical Therapy 5K...
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The Valerie Fund Teams with Sponsors to Raise $1 Million
The Valerie Fund and long time partners, Burger King Corporation, St. Barnabas Health Care System, and more work together to raise $1 million at The Valerie Fund Walk and JAG Physical Therapy 5K Run at Verona Park on...
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The Valerie Fund Challenged to Raise $1 Million
Valerie Fund founder, Ed Goldstein, has challenged staff and volunteers to raise $1 million at The Valerie Fund Walk and JAG Physical Therapy 5K Run at Verona Park on June 11, 2011 On Saturday, June 11, 2011 Verona Park will once...
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Winning Return: Tennis Stars Raise Money for Kids
More than 1,000 people came to CenterCourt Athletic Club on Thursday to watch tennis stars Pete Sampras, Mike and Bob Bryan, Lindsay Davenport, Mary Joe Fernandez and Justin Gimelstob for the 2010 Tennis Exhibition, presented by The Justin...
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Perfect Strangers
From THE POSITIVE COMMUNITY magazine- September 2010 Perfect Strangers Wanted Every four weeks at The Valerie Fund Children’s Center, 14-year-old Imani watches a perfect stranger’s blood travel into her arm through thin plastic tubing descending from a bag at the...
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CAREOKE for the Kids 5
NEW YORK AD AND MEDIA INDUSTRY Host5th Annual CAREOKE for the Kids to Support The Valerie Fund NEW YORK – July 20, 2010 – Leading media executives from television networks and agencies will share the Irving Plaza stage on...
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The Valerie Fund to Raffle a 2011 Ford Mustang at the Annual Golf Tournament at Baltusrol
Public can join golfers and raise money by purchasing raffle tickets On Monday, August 16, 2010 Baltusrol Golf Club will host the American Express Charity Golf Tournament to benefit The Valerie Fund. Although the tournament is closed to additional golfers,...
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3000 People run, walk, and raise money for The Valerie Fund
The JAG Physical Therapy & WCBS-TV Valerie Fund Walk and 5K Run is a Great Success [Verona, NJ, June 15, 2010]- On Saturday, June 12, 2010 Verona Park was the site of the Jag Physical Therapy & WCBS-TV Valerie...
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The Valerie Fund and Coyne Public Relations Win Gold Hermes Creative Award
The Valerie Fund is proud to announce that - in partnership with Coyne Public Relations (www.coynepr.com) - it has been awarded a gold Hermes Creative Award (www.hermesawards.com) for its public service announcement featuring Whoopi Goldberg. The Hermes Creative Awards is an...
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CD Release Party
Tanya Donelly, Jenny Owen Youngs, and Julie Peel perform at Joe’s Pub on June 13th to Launch New Children’s Charity CD New York, NY – April 13, 2010; American Laundromat Records (ALR) is proud to present Tanya Donelly, Jenny Owen...
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Over 2000 Fans come out for Frozen Flashback!
Frozen Flashback 2000 Fans Saturday! The 1989 State final between 24-2-1 St. Joseph and 24-3-2 Delbarton was going to be an epic clash that would change the way people looked at North Jersey hockey. The days leading up to...
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Frozen Flashback!
Unfinished business ... I absolutely love this story, as it gets to the core of what This Old Jock is all about. I wrote two quick hits, one for the New York Times (which ran with the accompanying photo), and...
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The Valerie Fund Announces the Junior Board and Young Associates Program
Maplewood, NJ– February 24 – Joseph Mangione, Chair of The Valerie Fund Board announced the formation of The Valerie Fund Junior Board. To complement the mission and goals of the executive board, The Valerie Fund Junior Board aims to...
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INDIE ARTISTS DONATE TIME & TALENT TO CHILDREN'S CHARITY ON NEW CD
American Laundromat Records Announces Release Date, Confirmed Artists, and Exclusive Pre-Order For Upcoming Charity Compilation “Sing Me To Sleep” American Laundromat Records (ALR) is proud to announce the artists and tracks for their new charity project titled "Sing Me...
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The Valerie Fund 2009 Patient Ambassador Get Ready for the Ball
The Valerie Fund gets ready for the 2009 Thanksgiving Ball, Patient Ambassadors Rehearse Thanking Donors On Tuesday, November 17th, fifteen Valerie Fund current and former patients will come together to get ready for this years’ Thanksgiving Ball which will...
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September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
TVF patient Meghan records public service announcement (listen) at WOR News Talk Radio 710 HD. ...
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Savoring Camp Happy Times
Hello Mudder, Hello Fadder Greetings from summer sleep-away camp. Really. I write this tucked away in the woods in northeastern Pennsylvania - a tiny spot of heaven called Camp Happy Times - aptly named for a place where two...
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Annual Sickle Cell Awareness Blood Drive
July 27, Maplewood, NJ - The Valerie Fund held its 2nd Annual Sickle Cell Awareness Blood Drive on Saturday in collaboration with The Three Doctors Foundation Annual Health Walkathon, hosted by Seton Hall University. The Valerie Fund achieved its...
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More than 2000 people walk for The Valerie Fund
On Saturday, June 13, 2009, at Verona Park, about 1500 walkers and 500 runners gathered to support The Valerie Fund. Representing patients, parents, families, and the community, together more than 187 teams and sponsors raised a record $180,000 and still...
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JAG Physical Therapy and WCBS-TV Sponsor Valerie Fund Walk & 5K Run
The Valerie Fund is proud to announce their annual Walk-A-Thon and 5K Run on Saturday, June 13, 2009 at Verona Park in Verona. John Elliot, of WCBS will be the MC for this event. John is the Meteorologist/Weathercaster CBS 2...
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