Thank you to our community partners that continue to be an inspirational reminder of the creativity, adaptability, and perseverance it takes to host events that make an impact. We are so grateful to all our supporters and advocates who continue to empower our life-saving fight against cancer. Whether virtual, in-person, or a mix of both, your efforts bring hope and healing to many.
There are many ways to participate, support, engage, and fundraise for a cause this fall.
A BRCA Family Affair: The Garcia Family Shares Their Story
Thursday, October 7, 2021 | 7 PM
Learn about one family's journey with BRCA in this discussion between Basser Young Leadership Council member and patient advocate Nicole Garcia along with her mother, Mariana Garcia, and her sister, Marisa Martinez. Mariana, Marisa, and Nicole were all born and raised in San Antonio, TX. Nicole works in the TV Industry in Los Angeles, Marisa is currently a 3rd grade teacher in San Antonio, and their mother, Mariana, is a retired teacher. Nicole and her sister, Marisa, inherited a BRCA1 mutation from their father, Eusebio Garcia, who passed from cancer in 2018. The Garcia family will discuss how hereditary cancer has impacted their lives, how they've managed their personal cancer risk, and how the Latinx community can better educate themselves about family cancer history. The panel will be moderated by Alejandra Campoverdi, co-founder of the Basser Center's LATINX & BRCA initiative.
Our BRCA Journeys: A Storytelling Event
Tuesday, October 12, 2021 | 7:30 PM
Our BRCA Journeys - Past Event Info
A cancer diagnosis is never easy — even when your genes tell you years or decades in advance that you might one day have cancer. Join us as Dr. Susan Domchek, Executive Director of the Basser Center for BRCA at Penn Medicine, moderates a panel of individuals sharing their stories about carrying a BRCA mutation. BRCA mutations increase the risk of various cancers, including breast, ovarian, prostate, and pancreatic and can be inherited from a mother or father. You'll hear from men and women across various communities, including Central Synagogue members and staff who will share how they have navigated learning about their BRCA mutation and the steps they have taken to reduce their risk.
Fashion Footwear Charitable Foundation of New York (FFANY) Shoes on Sale Charitable Event
Tuesday, October 12, | 5 PM
The largest fundraising event of the footwear industry, FFANY Shoes on Sale has given nearly $60M for groundbreaking first-step breast cancer research – including many members of the Abramson Cancer Center's breast cancer research faculty. Join October 12th on QVC.com
Breast Cancer Research Foundation Virtual Symposium and Awards Luncheon
Thursday, October 14, 2021 | 10 AM
Tune in from the comfort of your home to hear directly from breast cancer experts and inspiring leaders.
Breast cancer is a complex disease with no simple solution. Research is the key to stopping it in its tracks. The Breast Cancer Research Foundation invests in the best minds in science — from those investigating prevention to metastasis — and foster cross-disciplinary collaboration. BCRF's approach accelerates the entire field, including many at Penn Medicine, to work together to improve the lives of people facing breast cancer.
2021 PA Breast Cancer Coalition Virtual Conference
Friday, October 15, 2021
PA Breast Coalition Website
The PA Breast Cancer Coalition is committed to providing the latest information about breast cancer. Attendees of this virtual event will participate in workshops, learn from the experts, and meet our fabulous awardees. Join the PA community for this day of learning and networking!
8th Annual Make the Best of it Bash for Melanoma Research
Friday, October 15, 2021 | 7 – 10 PM
Make the Best of it Bash - Past Event Info
Join the Tara Miller Foundation on October 15th for a fun night of "Making The Best Of It" in the beautiful spirit of Tara. Enjoy an evening of spectacular cocktails and hors d'oeuvres followed by a silent auction and after party. While the event is currently planned for in-person, an alternative virtual event will be held on the same date from 5-6 PM.
The Tara Miller Melanoma Foundation is only possible because of the tremendous community support and dedication to carrying on Tara's mission to #makethebestofit and push for a melanoma cure. Every dollar in goes out! With the event and foundation costs generously underwritten by Tara's family, every dollar raised goes directly to research and is 100% tax deductible.
1st Annual Penn Relay 5K
Saturday, October 16, 2021 | 9 AM
1st Annual Penn Relay 5K - Past Event Info
Run the scenic Penn Park and finish on Franklin Field at the 1st Annual Penn Relay 5K!
Proceeds will benefit an organization called Live Like Brent Foundation, part of Carve for Cancer, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit that was founded in 2010. The Live Like Brent Foundation is dedicated to the mission of fighting blood cancers while inspiring others to live an impassioned life. It was conceived by blood cancer warrior Brent P. Evans in 2010 when he was diagnosed with stage IV non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Today, Brent's vision remains strong, and an army of dedicated volunteers work tirelessly to increase awareness, assist patients with financial needs, and raise funds for research for our partner hospitals from Philadelphia, Lehigh Valley, and Northeast Pennsylvania.
Duffield's Farm Corn Maze Fundraiser
Saturday, October 16, 2021 | 10 AM – 6 PM
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Help raise support for prostate cancer research at Penn's Abramson Cancer Center at this fun-filled-day, perfect for the whole family! Enjoy a corn maze and grab your pumpkin hall ahead of Halloween.
20th Annual Comedy Show Fundraiser for FOP
Saturday, October 16, 2021
For more information contact Gary
The 20th Annual Comedy Show Fundraiser for Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP), hosted by Gary Whyte, is coming to town October 16th. Don't miss out on the chance for laughs and dinner in support of Penn Medicine's FOP lab. This year's event will be held in the Imperial Ballroom at the Bridgewater Manor in New Jersey. Reserve your space today.
2021 Komen National MORE THAN PINK Walk
Saturday, October 23, 2021 | 10 AM
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On October 23rd, join the Komen National community as people "walk for the people who can't. For those too weakened by treatment to join. For those who are suffering. For those we have lost."
Join online for a virtual opening ceremony and celebration. Then hop on the treadmill, take to your neighborhood sidewalks, or follow the paths of your favorite park or trail — wherever you're able to safely gather with friends, family, and team members.
Slay Sarcoma 5k Run/ Walk
Saturday, October 23, 2021
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Mark your calendars for the 8th Annual Slay Sarcoma 5K Run/ Walk -October 23rd at Core Creek Park in Langhorne, PA. It promises to be a fun event for the entire family, complete with a face painter, balloon artist, and raffle! Join a community against sarcoma.
The Joseph T. Batten Legacy Fund Inaugural Golf Outing
Monday, October 25, 2021
Join Joe's family for a fun day of golf in his memory and help raise money for Melanoma Cancer Research. Proceeds from this event will go to Penn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center to support its patients and continue its cancer research. Joe had such admiration and gratitude for his team, led by Dr. Lynn Schuchter, and all the great faculty and staff at Penn working to find a cure.
2021 Tri-State Virtual Forum
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
For nearly three decades, the cancer death rate in the United States has steadily decreased - but not all individuals have equally benefited from advances in cancer prevention and early detection. Join the American Cancer Society on November 3rd for a discussion on the progress researchers are making in cancer treatment and prevention and the important role that funding has in fueling cancer research.
11th Annual Ella Bella Fashion Show
Friday, November 5, 2021 | 6:30 – 9:30 PM
11th Annual Ella Bella Fashion Show - Past Event Info
Join Bringing Hope Home (BHH) for their 11th Annual Ella Bella Fashion Show — in person — on November 5th
The Ella Bella Fashion Show was created 11 years ago by Michelle Goglia in loving memory of her mom, Ella Mae, who passed away of cancer. BHH is excited to be back in person this year at the Drexelbrook Catering and Event Center — joined by Bob Kelly from Fox29 Good Day Philadelphia, Louella Women's Boutique, Phineas Gage, Kendra Scott, and the stylists at Nordstrom — and of course our wonderful models: our incredible community members!
Run for the Stripes
Saturday, November 6, 2021
Run For The Stripes - Race Info
Join the 10th Annual Run for the Stripes event — in person or virtually. In-person participants can choose the 5k run or the one-mile family fun walk in person at the Philadelphia Zoo. If you're attending virtually, you pick the location, distance, and time: It's that easy! You can choose to run or walk in an area where you are comfortable and safe.
Proceeds from the race go to neuroendocrine (NET) cancer research at Penn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center to find better treatment options and hopefully a cure for this rare cancer.
Living Beyond Breast Cancer Butterfly Ball
Saturday November 13, 2021 | 6 PM
Living Beyond Breast Cancer - Event Webpage
Join Living Beyond Breast Cancer as they celebrate the resilient community of people impacted by breast cancer by raising funds in support of LBBC's critical programs and services. This is a hybrid event, so if you are unable to attend in person, the program will be available via a livestream.