The ninth annual Collaborating for a Cure Ladies Luncheon benefitting the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF), will take place on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at AVRA in New York City. The luncheon will honor Dr. Andrew Jacono for his continued support of SWCRF, dedication to philanthropy, and passion for scientific advancement. This year's live fashion show will feature Ungaro by renowned designer Kobi Halperin. There will also be a live auction with proceeds benefitting the SWCRF. Gentlemen are more than welcome to attend the luncheon as well.
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Dr. Andrew Jacono has admired the work of Dr. Samuel Waxman, CEO and Founder of the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation, who, in partnership with world-class scientists, has made it his mission to find non-invasive treatments and cures for cancer. A devoted philanthropist and father of four, Dr. Jacono has lent his talents to restore children's smiles and parents' hearts through his pro-bono facial plastic surgeries. Dr. Jacono's philanthropic work has impacted the lives of over a thousand families and growing.
The Collaborating for a Cure Ladies Luncheon will also help to raise funds to improve patient outcomes for those suffering from breast and ovarian cancer. The Foundation has earmarked $1,550 million for breast and ovarian cancer research in the most recent round of funding.
The event Chairs are Marion Waxman and Jani Aronow Gerard, with co-chairs Erica Linden-Fineberg, Nancy Litman, Lauren Silvers, and Helen Vaysman. The Committee includes Chris Arlotta, Claire Gilvar, Orital Karelic, Norah Lawlor, Pamela Morgan, Julie Hong, Deanna Passarelli, Lorri Scott, Andrea Wernick, and Karen Amster-Young.
For more information, visit: www.waxmancancer.org/ladies-lunch
