The 10th Annual Tom Coughlin Jay Fund Wine Tasting Gala is going to be a Milestone Celebration for many reasons. However, we’re excited to celebrate this year because of the wonderful art of the auction…and the wonderful children behind it. Silas’ Art: “Colors of Courage” Silas is just three years old and lives in Jacksonville, FL. He’s got a wonderful …
The Wine Tasting Gala: Five Great Things to Expect
The 10th Annual Wine Tasting Gala – A Milestone Celebration is coming on March 21st. If the past nine years are any indication, it’s going to be another spectacular, memorable night at the Wells Fargo Center! If you’re almost ready to get your tickets, here are five great things to expect: GREAT WINE Last year, Southern Wine and Spirits of …
2014’s First #JayDay Is Coming
The Tom Coughlin Jay Fund has been honored over the years to have so many champions spreading the word about our mission to BE THERE for families tackling childhood cancer. However, we could never have done anything or helped anyone had it not been for the impact of Jay McGillis, and because of him, we’re excited to announce that 2014’s …
Giving Tuesday December 3rd
Giving Tuesday. “If you can’t feed a hundred people then just feed one.” ~ Mother Theresa When the shop-til-you-drop days of Black Friday and Cyber Monday have come and gone, kick off the season of giving on Tuesday, Dec. 3, by participating in #GivingTuesday. This national movement, in which the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund is a proud partner, encourages donors to …
Grieving the Loss of a Child to Cancer
Grieving the Loss of a Child As originally published by American Society of Clinical Oncology. We are reposting, as it is important for our families and supporters to remember these messages. Key Messages: No parent is prepared for a child’s death, even if you have anticipated it during your child’s illness. People have different reactions and feelings after the …
Childhood Cancer…It Can Happen to Anyone
Elizabeth’s dad Paul is a police officer and her mom Kristi a nurse – all American hard working family. Still on maternity leave, Kristi and Paul Ruzanka’s two month old was diagnosed with Infant Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia on February 4, 2012. Her parents had taken her to the emergency room because she was extremely pale and had a slight temperature. …
Champions for Children Auction List
Tom Coughlin Jay Fund Champions for Children 2013 LIVE AUCTION 1: Resort at Pelican Hill The Resort at Pelican Hill is considered one of the most luxurious havens in So Cal located between the exclusive communities of Laguna and Newport Beach. This is yours to share with your guest for 3days and 2nights. Enjoy round trip BusinessElite tickets for two …
Champions for Children Master of Ceremonies – Bruce Beck
MASTER OF CEREMONIES – BRUCE BECK We’re honored that Bruce Beck will be the Master of Ceremonies at this year’s Champions for Children event this Friday in New York City. The event raises money to help families tackling childhood cancer in New York and New Jersey. Besides lifelong health implications, treating childhood cancer often comes at a great financial cost to …
Five Ways to Support Families Tackling Childhood Cancer
When Boston mom and author Jane Roper’s 5 year-old daughter was diagnosed with leukemia, it turned the family’s world upside down, she blogged on the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute website. After experiencing both the support and silence of well-meaning friends, Roper developed a list of five tips to share with those wanting to help a family dealing with childhood cancer, such …
September Jay Fund Hero – Chase Olsen
Today’s Jay Fund Hero – Chase Ryan Olsen In the ideal world, we wouldn’t need a month of gold or gold ribbons, chemo, or even the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund Foundation, for that matter. Clearly, the world isn’t perfect, because here we are on September 30th, 2013 – the last ‘official’ day of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and the fact …