Dan and Julie’s journey with leukemia brought them from Arlington, Virginia, to Boston and then ultimately to Nick’s House Swarthmore for critical cancer treatment. Their story is a testament to the physical and emotional toll of fighting a serious illness, and how crucial a support system is during a cancer fight. Their journey started in … Read more
Jake Marsh is a freshman lacrosse player at Roberts Wesleyan University in Rochester, New York. Just two months into the school year after his Fall Ball scrimmage, he went home to Glens Falls, New York to spend some time with his family. He could tell something was off, and after a night’s rest, was met … Read more
The holiday season is a time for togetherness, love, and gratitude. But for cancer patients, the holidays can be a difficult reminder of what they are missing—especially when they are stuck in a hospital room instead of at home with their families. HEADstrong’s Patient Care Services Coordinator, Sarah Mahoney knows this all too well. … Read more
In 2016, Jill Quinn’s life changed forever when her son, Jeff, was diagnosed with leukemia and began treatment at The University of Pennsylvania. It was during Jeff’s inpatient treatment that she was first introduced to the HEADstrong Foundation through Cheryl Colleluori, the foundation’s president and a fellow mom who had experienced the heartbreak of a … Read more
As Thanksgiving approaches, many reflect on gratitude and family. For Kelli Marvel, this holiday has become a symbol of hope and community support through her involvement with the HEADstrong Foundation. In 2014, Kelli was preparing for a bone marrow transplant at The University of Pennsylvania. With her husband unable to visit due to his own … Read more
(Philadelphia, Penn., September 9, 2024) – The HEADstrong Foundation is pleased to announce that the Fall Event Series will return for a 17th year with 15 events this September, October and November. “We are so incredibly excited for the Fall Event Series this year, especially in so many new locations,” HEADstrong President, and Nick’s … Read more
DURATION: Fall Semester (September to December): Part-Time Paid includes evenings/weekends when necessary. LOCATION: Offices in Delaware County, PA – there will be limited travel required but it will be reimbursed by the foundation. Interested Candidates should send resume to rhurley@headstrong.org. JOB SUMMARY: Our Community Engagement and Events Team is a dynamic group responsible for engaging … Read more
Steve Field wears a lot of different hats – lacrosse player, lacrosse official, coach and dad in addition to his day job as a Licensed Loan Originator. And every August since 2020, a member of Team Attack Cancer in Lake Placid, NY. Growing up in Latham, NY, a suburb of Albany, Field first had … Read more
PHILADELPHIA, PA – The HEADstrong Foundation is proud to announce that Team Attack Cancer, its experiential team program that participates in lacrosse tournaments around the country, has partnered with the Players NIL on comprehensive NIL coaching and guidance for its high school members and their families. “Our goal with Team Attack Cancer is to … Read more
HEADstrong Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit organization that continues in memory of our founder, Nicholas “HEAD” Colleluori working relentlessly to improve quality of life for those affected by cancer including Nick’s House which provides access and affordability to cancer care. We are currently seeking a full-time Specialist in Boston. HEADstrong Foundation has earned the highest … Read more
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