Times Square Gossip

  Randi Schatz Nancy Litman With Helen Vaysman The Samuel Waxman Institute for Aging & Cancer, an affiliate of The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research, held its 12th Annual Waxman Luncheon at Riverpark in New York City. The elegant afternoon brought together philanthropists, members of the fashion community, and advocates for cancer research, raising nearly $250,000. With a match from The Mark Foundation, final totals will be doubled, bringing the amount raised to almost a half a million dollars and making this most successful Waxman Luncheon to date. The Waxman Institute was established to combat the single greatest risk factor for cancer - aging. By pairing world-class scientists studying aging biology with those focused on oncology, the Waxman Institute is funding crucial research to better understand the complex link between aging and cancer with the aim of developing more effective treatments and prevention strategies. This year’s luncheon honored fashion entrepreneur Alex...

  Michael Milken The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) 25th Annual Gala in the Hamptons took place at the Parrish Art Museum in Water Mill, NY. The summer benefit supported the Annual PCF Pro-Am Tennis Tournament and celebrated the millions raised and achievements accomplished over 30 years through PCF research initiatives.  Founder Michael Milken and the PCF Gala in the Hamptons weekend hosts and sponsors welcomed guests to enjoy, engage and be entertained while helping to fund groundbreaking discoveries in cancer research.  The gala began with a cocktail reception as distinguished guests and athletes mingled on the beautiful outdoor lawn surrounded by the expansive meadowlands and native wildflowers that embrace the Parrish Art Museum terrace.   Befittingly, the star of the silver anniversary was the PCF itself, whose supporters broke recent records for fund-raising at its Hamptons Gala with total Sponsorships, ticket sales and a live auction that raised more t...

  Gary Jacob With Dr. Samuel Waxman, Dennis Herman And William T. Sullivan The Fresh Meadow Country Club in Lake Success, NY was once again the scenic location for the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation’s (SWCRF) 40th Annual Golf Tournament. More than 80 participants enjoyed spectacular weather for a competitive round of golf, followed by a dinner reception. More than $200,000 was raised and will be invested in collaborative cancer research programs. Sadly, the incidence of cancer is increasing worldwide. It is estimated that 1.8 million Americans – or more than 4,900 every day – will receive a cancer diagnosis. In 2021, the SWCRF directed more than $2 million in donor-supported funds to fund a record 53 research scientists at some of the world’s leading research institutions. The SWCRF research programs are advancing science aimed at addressing more than 14 types of cancer. The foundation requires that those who receive research funding, collaborate with labs outside of thei...