SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION HOSTS FIRST ANNUAL 5K
Inaugural run for charity a great successSeptember 2008 - Even in the ironic wake of Hurricane Hanna, The Sean Hanna Foundation's First Annual 5k race for charity saw over 300 registered runners and nearly 100 volunteers and supporters. The USATF sanctioned event included a competitive run along with a dj, moonwalk, food, contests, and giveaways.
Director of Corporate Partnerships Luke Hartmann was extremely proud of the event's success, "not only did we receive support from so many runners and volunteers, but a lot of businesses really stepped up and donated money, products or services. Without the support of our runners, volunteers and corporate partners this event would never have happened." Among the businesses offering their support were the Platinum Sponsor Prudential who matched the event's proceeds. Also showing their support were A&P, Wegmans, Red Bull, Central Jersey Pro Shot, McCormick and Schmidt, Macy's, Toys R' Us, Shop Rite of Bound Brook, Target of Bridgewater, Grace Alliance Church, Revlon and the River Road Rescue Squad.
"We were really overwhelmed with support especially because we planned this event and unfortunately there were reports that we were in the path of a hurricane. Although it tested everyone's resolve it really showed how important this foundation and it's cause is to all of our supporters. We really look forward to many more fun events that allow us to continue providing our services," said Hartmann.
SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIP TO STUDENT
Student embodies strength, courage and determinationMay 2008 - The Sean Hanna Foundation has provided it's second academic scholarship to Louise Previte of Piscataway High School. Louise plans on attending Middlesex County College to study Pediatric Nursing, something that is very near and dear to her heart. In her application essay, Louise explained "A journey is something no one will ever forget…all my life I've experienced journey after journey. My journeys include surviving cancer…"
The Foundation awards students who like Sean Hanna have struggled with cancer and related diseases but have summoned the strength to continue their dreams. Jessie Hanna, Executive Director of the foundation said "Louise really is the epitome of the type of person that our foundation supports. She has battled with this vicious disease and still stayed the course with her education and goals. I know in my heart that one day she will be a fantastic nurse and the Foundation is honored to help her with that goal."
THE SEAN HANNA HOSTS FIRST ANNUAL COMEDY NIGHT FUNDRAISER
Event draws hundreds for a great causeJanuary 2008- The Sean Hanna Foundation hosted a very successful night of friends, fun and laughs at The Stress Factory in New Brunswick, NJ. Over 300 friends, family and foundation supporters were in attendance for a packed house. There was plenty of good food and drinks on hand and enormous laughs from the two featured comedians. Jessie Hanna, the foundation's Executive Director said "For our first event the comedy night was an amazing success." Jessie and the Foundation were very hopeful for many more successful events, "we have a series of fun events planned that we hope will further our cause and raise more money for the children and their families that suffer every day with pediatric cancer".
THE SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIP
Deserving student awarded first scholarshipJune 2007- David Tremont, a chronically ill student at Piscataway High School has received a scholarship to continue his higher education. Despite the many obstacles that he has faced, David excelled in his studies and is active in extracurriculars, the Foundation is privileged to help him along his path. The Sean Hanna Foundation provides scholarships and grants for students who have battled with cancer and other illnesses with the hopes that financial assistance will allow them to continue their education and ease the burden of medical expenses.
