THE SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION HOSTS 4TH ANNUAL 5K
October 2011 - Over 450 people participated in this year's 5k Walk/Run for Pediatric Cancer, a new record for attendance. With runners ranging from 4 to 77 years old, each year more and more supporters attend a joyous day of competition, food, fun and friends for a great cause. This year was also a record turnout for corporate sponsors, with Hess, IDT, N.J. Center for Pain Management and Brunetti offering donations for the event. Each year the proceeds of the 5k go towards family support, research funding and the foundation's educational support channels.
THE SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION RECEIVES SECOND CITATION OF MERIT FROM THE MEMORIAL SLOAN-KETTERING CANCER CENTER
July 2011 - This summer, the Sean Hanna Foundation received its second Citation of Merit from the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, which provides support programs of patient care, research and education.
The SHF is proud to announce its association with The Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC), which is the world’s largest and oldest private cancer center. Since 1884, the MSKCC has devoted time and innovative research to make significant contributions to the oncology community.
The MSKCC’s continued support will help the Sean Hanna Foundation provide additional resources in the fight against cancer.
SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION HONORS STUDENT WITH FIFTH ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
June 2011 - For the past five years, the Sean Hanna Foundation (SHF) has awarded one lucky student with the Sean Hanna Foundation Scholarship, which recognizes academic excellence in the wake of personal disease or illness.
The SHF is proud to announce this year’s scholarship recipient: Zachary L. of Piscataway, New Jersey.
After suffering from a debilitating accident and the diagnosis of type 1 diabetes, Zachary L. is recognized for his academic success, participation in sports and his involvement in extracurricular activities. Despite his own illness and academic responsibilities, Zachary is also being awarded for the care he has given to his three siblings and mother, who has suffered from pancreatic and ovarian cancer.
The scholarship will support Zachary’s continued academic excellence in college, where he will study special education. The SHF is proud to support Zachary as he continues to volunteer for local hospitals, where he joins their efforts to educate autistic children.
Congratulations, Zachary!
THE SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION AND AMERICAN FINANCIAL RESOURCES HOST CASINO NIGHT
January 2011 - The Sean Hanna Foundation hosted its first 1920's Casino Night Event at The Headquarters Plaza Hyatt in Morristown. The event was sponsored by American Financial Resources, one of the top nationwide mortgage lenders. Hundreds attendees tried their luck at roulette, craps, blackjack, and more. A jazz band livened up the night, setting the mood for the roaring 20's. Several people played the part, dressed in gangster outfits and flapper attire. Besides the chance to win big at the tables, the guests had the opportunity to win several various raffle prizes, including signed jerseys, a Borgata dinner and room, and a trip to Vegas. Guests enjoyed the delicious and plentiful food, ranging from carving stations to sushi. Everyone also got a special treat with a customized cake from Carlo's Bakery in Hoboken, from the popular A&E show Cake Boss!
The Sean Hanna Foundation would like to extend a huge thanks to AFR for making this night a huge success. Without their help, this achievement would not have been possible. Luke Hartman, a director on the Sean Hanna Foundation board, highly praises AFR for their contribution. "American Financial Resources really stepped up and organized an amazing event for us that everyone in attendance absolutely loved. We are so proud to call them our friends and they are an amazing sponsor for the Sean Hanna Foundation. We are going to be able to help a lot of families with the money we raised on Casino Night," he states.
The Sean Hanna Foundation is a non profit organization whose goal is to ease the burdens of patients suffering from childhood cancers and their families in honor of the life of its namesake, Sean Hanna. SHF also helps fund research at cancer centers, such as Memorial Sloan Kettering in New York.
THE SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION HOSTS 3RD ANNUAL 5K
October 2010 - In it's third year, the Sean Hanna Foundation's Annual 5k was bigger and better than ever. Over 400 runners registered for the highly successful event that featured lots of attractions, give aways, good food, and fun. All of the proceeds will go towards SHF's goal of supporting pediatric cancer research and families battling cancer. Touched by the support of the community, race director Lauren Alexander said "I am proud to have organized this year's event. People really came out and showed their support. I'd like to thank all of the dedicated runners and families that made this year's event possible."
Photos and video courtesy of Ja-Reef Quayan
THE SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION HOSTS SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT FOR PEDIATRIC CANCER
August 2010 - The Sean Hanna Foundation hosted a successful softball tournament at Warren Park in Woodbridge, NJ. The aim of the event was to raise funds and awareness for childhood cancer. The event was well attended with 12 full teams participating in the all day tournament. There was also entertainment, food, and drinks for all those attending. The day was a great success for the foundation. Kristen Olah, the event organizer echoed this sentiment, "Being a part of something that will help a family that's struggling due to childhood cancer is such an amazing feeling. To know that all the money raised throughout the tournament will help a child live their life as close to normal as possible, makes it all worth it for me." Everyone is already looking forward to next year's tournament; said Olah, "I already can't wait for next year's tournament!" The Sean Hanna Foundation is continually promoting its goal of fighting pediatric cancer and the many lives it affects; this year's softball tournament was a great means to achieve that goal.
THE SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIP TO STUDENT
June 2010 - The Sean Hanna Foundation awarded it's 4th annual Academic Award to a student of Piscataway High School who has displayed academic excellence in the face of illness. The student will go on to continue her studies at Rutgers University in pursuit of a medical degree. The Foundation's "Education Fund" allows patients and their families to receive relief from escalating costs of continuing education, 2010 will be the foundation's full year of an established endowment which will fund future scholarships.
THE SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION RECEIVES HONOR
Memorial Sloan-Kettering praises non-profit SHFMay 2010 - Surrounded by patients, volunteers, and physicians, the Sean Hanna Foundation received accolades at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center for "supporting programs of patient care, research, and education". The evening was highlighted by a speech from Dr. Richard O'Reilly, Chair of Pediatrics and Chief of Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Service, who commented on the importance of seed research funding and the pivotal role non profits such as the Sean Hanna Foundation play in the fight against pediatric cancers.
THE SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION HOSTS SECOND ANNUAL 5K
Hundreds run for charityOctober 2009 - The Sean Hanna Foundation, a non-profit foundation raising awareness and funds for cancer research and support hosted its second annual 5K community run at Duke Island Park in Bridgewater, NJ. Over 400 runners registered for the USATF sanctioned event. In addition to the 5K run, a dj, food, games, contest, performers, and giveaways were included.
Executive Director of the foundation, Jessie Hanna called the event a great success, "this our second time running this race and it's been nothing short of a success. The event has grown in participants and money raised for our foundation. This event happens because of all the great people that volunteer their time, energy and resources. " Multiple corporate sponsors provided assistance as well, such as Celgene, Macy's, Toys R'Us, Shop Rite of Bound Brook, and Target of Bridgewater.
The foundation is gaining significant traction in its second year since inception. Events like the 5K run help the foundation with its ultimate goal, assisting cancer patients and fighting to find the ultimate cure for cancer. Pam Lee, events coordinator had similar sentiments, "the 5K signifies how far our foundation has come and the support we are receiving from local communities. It's all for a great cause and we appreciate everyone's support."
THE SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION HOSTS SYMPHONY
Hundreds enjoy inaugural music eventJuly 2009 - Over 200 supporters were in attendance for The Sean Hanna Foundation’s first annual “An Afternoon of Music” held at the beautiful Christ United Methodist Church in Piscataway. The crowds were dazzled by the wonderful music of the Freelance Ensemble Artists of New Jersey directed by Anthony Maglione and Nathanial White. Pamela Lee, the Foundation’s Director of Events said “This was a creative way to attract a new audience and to honor Sean’s love of music. We thank the Freelance Ensemble Artists and look forward to working with them again. Proceeds will provide funds for pediatric cancer research, patient family support and academic scholarships."
THE SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIPS TO STUDENTS
Students perserverance is an inspiration to us allJune 2009 - The Sean Hanna Foundation provided it's third annual academic award to two graduating high school seniors who have overcome seemingly insurmountable odds and will be pursuing social work and chemistry at college in the fall.
The Foundation awards students who like Sean have struggled with obstacles in their life, but have summoned the strength to continue their dreams.
Timothy Schuermer, Corporate Relations Coordinator, said "We are very happy to present these students with assistance to pursue their future endeavors.
As always the foundation is honored to assist our young people with any tools that can help them to move on in their careers and help others to live out their own dreams. We congratulate them and know that they will make us all proud. We also thank our very many supporters for allowing us the unique opportunity to help those in need."
THE SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION HOSTS HOBOKEN FUNDRAISER
Inaugural night out was a blast for allMay 2009 - The Foundation hosted a highly successful fundraiser at the Whiskey Bar in Hoboken, NJ. Hundreds attended the event to help raise funds for educational scholarships and cancer research. Everyone enjoyed good drinks, prizes, and live music. The foundation is looking forward to having more of these events in the Northern New Jersey/Manhattan area to further assist in the fight against pediatric cancer. Board member Tim Schuermer said "This was a fun way to reach out to a entirely new group of people. Everyone has been touched by cancer, and everyone wants to help in the fight against it."
THE SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION DONATES BOOKS TO MSKCC CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
March 2009 - The Sean Hanna Foundation with the tremendous support of Barnes and Noble of Bridgewater, NJ and their very charitable patrons proudly donated an estimated $30,000 worth of brand new children's books to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. The books will be used by pediatric patients and their families."The Sean Hanna Foundation is truly humbled by the support of all of the Barnes and Noble's customers and the representatives from the Bridgewater chain," said Luke Hartmann, Director of Corporate Partnership for the foundation. "We value our relationships with all of our corporate sponsors and Barnes and Noble really stepped up and provided us with a unique product that will directly affect the quality of life of so many pediatric cancer patients. Along with seed funding for research, scholarships and family support funding, it is great to actually provide a tangible product and tool that will better the lives of the children."
THE SEAN HANNA FOUNDATION HOSTS SECOND ANNUAL COMEDY NIGHT
Hundreds come out to laugh for charityDecember 2008 - The frigid temperatures were not enough to keep the many charitable supporters of the Sean Hanna Foundation away from The Stress Factory in New Brunswick, New Jersey for the foundation's second annual Comedy Night for charity on December 7th. Hundreds of comedy fans filled the club for the show which marked the last event of the year for the foundation. Founder and Executive Director Jessie Hanna thanked the crowd and said it marked exactly one year of operations for the charity, whose goal is to help families with children diagnosed with Pediatric Cancer and to fund various organizations that perform Cancer research.
"We've done a lot, but there is much, much more to be done" said Jessie. The Foundation will donate this year's proceeds in Sean Hanna's name to Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital, a leader in Oncology studies.
THE 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.
THE 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.
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