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  Jean Shafiroff Philanthropist, author and Television host Jean Shafiroff hosted a reception at her New York home to honor the upcoming 28th Collaborating for a Cure event benefitting the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF) ) on Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025. The event will be a celebration of scientific breakthroughs, will serve as the official announcement of the launch of the new Samuel Waxman Institute for Aging & Cancer and will honor Jean Shafiroff, Robert Wiener and Jeffrey Settleman PhD.  The private event brought together numerous supporters and friends of both Jean and the Foundation to toast the organization’s nearly 50-year commitment to funding crucial research that has facilitated many important discoveries to prevent and better treat cancer.    Jean Shafiroff With Martin Shafiroff Maribel Lieberman With Dennis Basso & Lucia Hwong Gordon  Dr. Samuel Waxman and Jean Shafiroff received citations from NYS Assemblywoman Rebecca Se...

  Stephen Mellert With Henrietta Morrison, Kim Slawek And Scott Lazarz The Fresh Meadow Country Club in Lake Success, NY was once again the scenic location for the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation’s (SWCRF) Annual Golf Tournament. More than 80 participants enjoyed a spectacular day on the green to raise more than $200,000 for groundbreaking cancer research programs aimed at eradicating cancer and developing innovative and more effective treatments with less harmful side effects. And thanks to a partnership with The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research, all funds raised at the tournament will be matched, dollar for dollar. Over the last 20 years, scientific advancements have led to a decrease in cancer mortality by nearly 30 percent. Yet, despite this significant progress in treatment and prevention, cancer incidence is increasing worldwide. In fact, according to the World Health Organization, cancer incidence is expected to rise to 35 million cases globally by 2050, up from ...

  Dr. Samuel Waxman With Marion Waxman Jean Shafiroff The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF) held the 27th Annual Collaborating for A Cure Gala at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City. This year’s event honored Mike Rawls, chief executive officer at Xome Holdings LLC. Rawls received the 2024 Distinguished Business Leader Award for his steadfast commitment to supporting cancer research. The Gala raised more than $3.1 million for critical cancer research.  SWCRF is recognized as being a leader in an international movement to invest more funding in science aimed at stemming the global rising incidence of cancer due to aging. Most recently, the Foundation joined forces with organizations such as the Mark Foundation for Cancer Research, Israel Cancer Research Fund, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Melanoma Research Alliance, Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation, and others to spearhead research to better understand the complex link between aging and cancer....

  Waxman Cancer Research Foundation The 3rd annual Kids Cancel Cancer, benefiting the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF), will take place on Saturday October 26th, 2024 at Frames Bowling Lounge in New York City. In addition to raising crucial funds for pediatric cancer research, the event will be an entertaining evening of bowling, ping pong, billiards, karaoke, games, auctions, great food and more.  “Unlike, other fundraising events put on by SWCRF, this one was created and is being organized by kids,” said Marion Waxman, who is spearheading the event. “Last year’s event raised more than $100,000 allowing SWCRF to support the work of two leading pediatric cancer investigators – one based at St. Jude’s Research Hospital and the other at Schneider Children’s Medical Center in Israel. We hope to exceed this amount this year.”  While pediatric cancer deaths have declined by 65 percent over the past few decades, cancer remains a leading cause of death for childr...

  Maria Fishel And Kenneth Fishel Marion Waxman And Dr. Samuel Waxman Jean Shafiroff Over 400 guests attended the 20th Annual Hamptons Happening, one of the Hamptons’ most-anticipated summer charity social events which this year raised $450,000 - the largest sum raised for this event in ths past decade.  The event took place on the beautiful Bridgehampton estate of hosts Kenneth and Maria Fishel. Funds raised will support groundbreaking research funded by the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF), a leading international organization dedicated to eradicating cancer. Sarah Wragge And Chris Wragge With Family   Cheri Kaufman During the event, SWCRF presented Arthur F. Backal (Chief Executive Officer, Backal Hospitality Group) with the 2024 Distinguished Hospitality Award, Chef Francois Payard (Southold Social) received the Distinguished Restaurateur Award. Cheri Kaufman (CEO C iGive, Founding Partner, Kaufman Astoria Studios) is the 2024 Distinguished Businesswom...

  Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Pro Football Hall of Famers Harry Carson (NY Giants) and Joe Klecko (NY Jets) along with other teammates and colleagues: Ottis Anderson (NY Giants), Wesley Walker (NY Jets), Amani Toomer (NY Giants) and Leonard Marshall (NY Giants) are joining forces with the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF) to raise money to fund cancer research.  The Step Up To Turn Cancer Off event will raise awareness about the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle while raising critical funds for cancer research.  Event Details: What: Step Up To Turn Cancer Off Event – 3-mile walk/run When: 11:00AM – Saturday, June 22nd, 2024 Where: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey Why: To promote physical activity and raise crucial funds for cancer research.  Pre-Event Interview Opportunity: Media outlets are invited interview Harry Carson and potentially with legendary football players to discuss their involvement in the Step Up To Turn Cancer...

  Viennese Opera Ball The New York City social calendar will be filled with several important fundraisers this year. Plan for galas and shows that will help raise money for organizations that are having a positive impact on communities throughout the City and make a difference.  The New York Women’s Foundation will host their Celebrating Women Breakfast on May 8th at New York Marriott Marquis. The signature affair signature event will pay tribute to extraordinary honorees and Grantee Partners who are advancing innovative and bold solutions to create an equitable and just future for women and families in New York City and beyond. Honored guests include Foundation Chanel, Andrea Arroyo, New York Liberty, Cynthia Nixon, S. Mona Sinha, and Toshi Reagon. The group creates an equitable and just future for women, girls, gender-expansive individuals and their families by investing in bold, community-led solutions to ignite action for gender, economic, and racial justice.  Since 1...

  Jean Shafiroff Karen Murray Philanthropist and coverstar Jean Shafiroff was celebrated at Fivestory in Palm Beach.  The reception featured the creations of Jewelry designer Anna Zuckerman and benefitted the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF), a leading international organization dedicated to eradicating cancer.  Attendees were treated to light champagne, prosecco and rose wine in addition to hors d’oeuvres while they shopped to support the Foundation’s cancer research programs such as the International Network on Aging and Cancer and the Women’s Cancer Research Program. Valerie Cooper With Harry Cooper & Kim Dryer   Ellen Vaughan With Jean Shafiroff & Karen Murray Joseph Danenca With Jean Shafiroff     Notable attendees at the event included, Jean Shafiroff, Anna Zuckerman, Karen Murray, Rebeca Herrero, Joseph Danenza, Alex Donner, Annette DiLorenzo, Ramona Singer, Lee Black, CeCe Black, Stephanie Putter, Alex Hammer, Ava Roosevelt, ...

  Jean Shafiroff And Martin Shafiroff Anka Palitz With Jean Shafiroff & CeCe Black Jean Shafiroff, philanthropist, television host, and author of Successful Philanthropy: How to Make A Life By What You Give, hosted a luncheon at Café Boulud at The Brazilian Court Hotel in Palm Beach, FL in honor the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation.   Jacques Acoca With Martin Shafiroff & Lee Black Camilla Webster With Jean Shafiroff & Meg McCartney The luncheon was attended by a group of guests and supporters of the work of the Foundation.  Those in attendance included Jean Shafiroff, Martin Shafiroff,  Ava Roosevelt, Lee Black, Harry Cooper, Bob Roberts, Camilla Webster, Kim Dryer, Meg McCartney, Alex Hamer, Pamela O'Connor, Anka Palitz, CeCe Black, Rick Rose, Pamala Wright, Paola Rosenshein, Arnie Rosenshein, David Sweet and Christopher Twardy.  Jean Shafiroff spoke about the research work that the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation performs, “I am d...

Jean Shafiroff Dr Samuel Waxman With Marion Waxman And Dr Paul Jarrod Frank The annual Waxman Luncheon, benefitting the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF), took place on Wednesday, May 17th, 2023, at AVRA Madison in New York. The luncheon honored Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank for his continued support of the SWCRF mission and passion for scientific advancement, raised in excess of $165,000. A live fashion presentation by Max Mara featured their stunning Spring/Summer 2023 Collection. Funds raised will support crucial SWCRF initiatives such as the International Network on Aging and Cancer Research and the Women’s Cancer Research Program.    Larry Scott The Waxman Luncheon also included a live auction, silent auction, and raffle with specially curated lots featuring generous donations from companies such as Chopard, Movado, Jimmy Choo, Schiaparelli, Fendi, Arlotta Cashmere, and The Baker House 1650. Heritage Auctions were the official auctioneer.  Notable attendees at...

  Marion Waxman With Dr. Samuel Waxman The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF), a leading international organization dedicated to eradicating cancer hosted an exclusive networking event, introducing the Foundation’s new Associate Board leadership – Jessica Lynch, Bryan Griffin, and Elena Gibbs. The event was designed to engage new to mid-level professionals in advancing cancer research. Attendees heard from an SWCRF-funded investigator, Dr. Julio Aguirre-Ghiso from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, who discussed recent progress in the fight against cancer thanks to SWCRF investments.  Guests were encouraged to learn more about the SWCRF Associate Board and sign up for the Step Up to Turn Cancer Off virtual fundraising event taking place on June 19 to 26, 2023.  Jessica Lynch With Bryan Griffin And Elena Gibbs Attendees enjoyed music by DJ Roman Chapelle and were treated to cocktails supplied by sponsor Celosa Rose Tequila and snacks donated by Eataly....