HEADstrong Foundation Unveils Honorees for 10th Annual Benefit Gala

PHILADELPHIA — The HEADstrong Foundation, a Philadelphia-area based non-profit organization established to improve lives affected by cancer, announces their 2020 Lime Light Gala Honorees. The annual benefit event is highlighted by a spirited award presentation. Honorees include those who have worked relentlessly to improve lives affected by cancer and have championed HEADstrong’s mission on behalf of the Foundation. Award winners for the 10th annual Lime Light Gala are as follows:

Nicholas E. Colleluori Award 

Delaney Unger & Family (Long Island, NY)

A Family Demonstrating Heroics and Perseverance In The Fight Against Cancer.

HEADstrong Spirit Award 

The Radcliffe Family (Delaware Valley, PA)

BJ, Jackie & Logan (In Memory Of Charlotte Grace)

Advocates Committed To Advancing The HEADstrong Mission In The Fight Against Cancer.

HEADstrong Achievement Award 

Jacqui Mellott, BSN, RN (Hospital of UPenn)

For Outstanding Advancements And Achievements In The Fight Against Cancer


The 10th Annual Lime Light Gala will celebrate stories of hope and remember those who have been lost at Vie By Cescaphe (600 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA) on Friday, March 20, 2020 beginning at 7 p.m. The black-tie optional event will include a five-star silent auction, gourmet dinner, a special live performance, and the aforementioned award presentation followed by an evening of dancing to the music of world-class entertainers, Masquerade. The event is held annually to honor the life and legacy of HEADstrong founder Nicholas Colleluori, who succumbed to Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 2006 at the age of 21; before he passed, Colleluori’s dying wish was that others would learn and benefit from his story.

“Toasting “10” keeping Nick’s vision alive as we build community to support the fighters, applaud the survivors, remember the taken and never ever give up hope.” remarked Cheryl Colleluori, HEADstrong President & Nick’s Mom.

Proceeds from the Lime Light Gala will allow the HEADstrong Foundation to continue its core services including financial, residential, and emotional support to patients and families affected by cancer.

Tickets are $275 each with special pricing for tables of 10. CLICK HERE for event details and to purchase tickets. Tickets are subject to limited availability.

Co-Master of Ceremonies for this year’s Gala will be Thomas Drayton and Karen Hemp of Good Day Philadelphia on Fox 29. The duo each have their significant ties to the area as both Thomas and Karen grew up in South Jersey.  The Good Day Philadelphia co-anchors have acquired several accolades for their reporting over the years and have made stops at notable stations including Fox 5 New York and Fox News International.

Please visit here to learn more about the 10th Annual Lime Light Gala and how HEADstrong is improving lives affected by cancer.

 

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Contact: Jen Hoffman
Phone: 610-461-5987
Email: [email protected]