In honor of their bat mitzvahs, Lily Brody, Emma Galandauer, Flora Lewis, and Sydney Schwartz are hosting a mishloach manot sale to benefit Sharsheret. Custom options are available. Place your orders by March 1st and pick up orders on March 19th. For more information, email [email protected].
The Beta Alpha chapter of Alpha Epsilon Phi celebrates 15 years of Ribbons on the Runway! Ribbons on the Runway is a charity fashion show and auction held annually at the Ritz-Carlton in Boston, the event raises awareness and money for Sharsheret. For details about this extraordinary event visit https://ribbonsaephi.wixsite.com/runway To make a donation visit […]
Join Tree of Life for a Brunch for the Battle on February 24th. They will host a special guest speaker, Whitney Dobek, who will discuss the genetic link between Jewish people of Ashkenazi descent and breast cancer. You optional donation will go to support Sharsheret. To RSVP or for more information, please call Tree of […]
Join our Sharsheret Supports Partner, Gilda’s Club Chicago for a program on ‘chemo brain’ or cancer-related cognitive dysfunction. Chemo brain can impact every part of your life and is not often discussed by health care providers. Learn strategies in an interactive setting to help manage these changes so you can fully participate in the roles […]
Sharsheret Supports Partner, Gilda’s Club Chicago presents an important program for caregivers of those facing cancer. Cancer doesn’t just affect the patient, it impacts friends and family. Learn ways to identify the signs of significant stress and effective techniques for coping, managing and even decreasing stress level. Register by visiting www.gildasclubchicago.org.
The Jewish Federation of Broward County’s Women’s Philanthropy, Sharsheret, and Myriad Genetics are partnering for a community-wide challah bake. Register online at jewishbroward.org/portal/wp-challah. For more information contact Marcy Lippman at 954.252.6923 or [email protected]. Sharsheret is a national not for profit cancer support and education organization and does not provide any medical advice or perform any […]
Join us for a lunch n’ learn discussion of a longstanding organization that is new to the Chicago area. Hear about Sharsheret, and the work they do helping women and their families facing breast and ovarian cancer within the community. Cost is $15 for lunches by The Sandwich Club. To RSVP for this course, contact […]
Join Sharsheret Supports Partner, the Breast Cancer Resource Center of the YWCA Princeton, for ongoing meetups for patients and survivors of stage I, II or III breast cancer. Monthly meetings will help participants cope with the immediate and long-term effects of breast cancer and its treatment. Discussions will focus on the issues of importance to […]
The Sisterhood Board will be leading Shabbat services on Friday night, March 1st to celebrate Shabbat along with Sisterhoods throughout the country. Please join TBO and wear pink to demonstrate support for Sharsheret, the only national organization that addresses the unique concerns of Jewish women and their families who are facing breast or ovarian cancer. […]
Join Sharsheret Supports Partner, the BCRC as they host medical experts to discuss the latest research, treatment, and survivorship issues related to triple negative breast cancer, which accounts for 10-20% of all breast cancers diagnosed in the U.S. Registration is required. Please contact Melissa White at 609-497-2100, ext. 349 or [email protected].
Sharsheret together with Bikur Cholim of Far Rockaway and the Five Towns will host a free Ladies Night educational event. Come hear important life-saving information about the BRCA gene, featuring nationally accomplished BRCA lecturer and author, Dr. Jonathan Herman. Light buffet dinner including champagne and canapés will be served. This event is made possible by […]
Join the Portland, OR Jewish community for this free workshop with Sharsheret Hear from our Community Chaplain, Rabbi Barry Cohen (Kosher Lunch Provided) Presentation by Jenna Fields, California Regional Director of Sharsheret Participate in this fascinating and informative session! Registration Is Required For This Event – Reserve Your Tickets Today! Register here
Join the Portland, OR Jewish community for this free workshop with Sharsheret Panel Discussion and Exhibitor Fair Panelists: Dr. Dana Kostiner Simpson, Dr. Lucy Langer, and cancer survivor Talia Schwartz (Sack dinner at the evening panel is available for purchase by preorder – select Evening Panel with Sack Dinner) Moderated by Jenna Fields, California Regional […]
Join our Sharsheret Supports Partner, the Rales JFS for a monthly breast and ovarian cancer support group. Meetings combine monthly support and wellness topics including nutrition, mindfulness and exercise. Sessions are facilitated by Kira Vainberg, INHC and Elissa Love, MSW and meet at 6:15 p.m. on the first Monday of the month at the Boca […]
NEW DATE! We won’t let the weather stop us. Join us at the rescheduled Women’s Night Out! The evening will focus on connecting mind, body and soul with renowned JWRP speaker, Adrienne Gold. Sharsheret will have a booth in the Community Wellness Space so come check us out as you enjoy an evening of delicious […]
Join Sharsheret Supports Partner, the Bikur Cholim Chesed Organization, at their monthly friendship gatherings for frum women who are in treatment or have been in treatment for cancer. The gathering will take place on Tuesday, March 5th, at the Bikur Cholim Office, 5216 11th Ave from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. Confidential meetings are free […]
Join us for a dessert reception as we celebrate the launch of Sharsheret’s Illinois Regional Office. Hosted by: Shari and Will Lennon 9100 Keystone Avenue, Skokie Click here to RSVP. Community Advisory Committee (in formation): Beth Hirshman Dani Gorlin David Harris Debbie Hartman Heidi Schrage Iris Bass Jane Shapiro Leah Jones Mitch Dayan Rifi Bleichman […]
The Tampa Jewish Federation invites the Lions of Judah and their spouse or special guest to a unique and meaningful Pink Shabbat. At the home of Karen & Jonathan Levy 4301 Bayshore Boulevard Tampa, FL 33611 $36 per person Kindly respond by February 28, 2019 online at JewishTampa.com/PinkShabbat or by calling Loni Lindsay at 813.769.2802
Save the date for Sharsheret’s 6th Annual Young Professionals Circle event in NYC! Join us for a casino night on the Upper West Side, win great raffle prizes, and meet other young professionals interested in raising awareness about breast cancer and ovarian cancer in the community. Register now! Please contact Sarah Eagle at [email protected] to […]
Come meet Sharsheret staff at the Mashadi Youth Committee Chessed Fair. Stop by Sharsheret’s table for information about volunteer opportunities and to learn more about the support services we provide. For more information about the event contact Rachel Levian at [email protected].
This workshop explores the best ways that individuals and communities can best support loved ones facing difficult diagnoses. We assume that offering support is very much instinctive, but we’ve all struggled at times to find the right words or ways to be helpful. Join Jenna Fields, California Regional Director of Sharsheret, the national Jewish breast […]
Join the sisters of Alpha Epsilon Phi at Hofstra University for a cake wars event in support of Sharsheret. For more information about the event contact Nikita Griffith at [email protected].
The Hillel at U. of P will host a pink-themed Challah Bake on Thursday night. Then, join #nashirlocal Saturday night March 16th, in celebrating Jewish women and the arts with an open mic* performance and gallery. Spread the word and invite friends. This year, #NashirLocal will be benefiting Sharsheret. Sharsheret is a not-for-profit organization intended […]
Join Sharsheret Supports Partner, the Breast Cancer Resource Center of the YWCA Princeton, and the Young Survivor Coalition of Greater Philadelphia for a peer-facilitated support group to address the unique concerns of women under the age of 40 who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Women at any stage of the breast cancer experience are […]
Learn from experts about Ashkenazi Jews’ one-in-forty risk of inheriting a BRCA gene mutation. Having a BRCA gene mutation significantly increases one’s risk of developing breast, ovarian, prostate and other cancers. Panelists will discuss genetic counseling, the rationale for testing for BRCA gene mutations, managing cancer risk and resources available for those who carry BRCA […]
The annual NCoBC conference allows Sharsheret to connect with health care providers throughout the country, and share the many resources we can provide for their patients. Additionally, Sharsheret promotes Cultural Competency Trainings to train providers to offer appropriate support to their patients.
Join Congregation Mount Sinai for a Sharsheret Pink Shabbat in conjunction with women’s history month. There will be a Thursday night pink challah bake and a luncheon following prayer services. The entire weekend will raise awareness and celebrate breast cancer survivors. This program was made possible with support from Susan G. Komen NYC and Basser […]
Sharsheret is proud to be an official charity partner of New York Road Runners, for the United Airlines NYC Half-Marathon each year. This year’s course will take runners on a 13.1-mile tour of iconic city landmarks from Brooklyn to Manhattan. Through this partnership, we are able to provide you the opportunity to make your miles […]
Join our Sharsheret Supports Partner, JCC/Nishmah in St. Louis. Their Sharsheret Supports Group meets to offer support to women in the St. Louis Jewish community who have been diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer and are anywhere along their treatment path – before, during, or post treatment. These sessions are facilitated by a licensed social […]
Sharsheret will be participating in the Advocacy Pavilion at the annual NCCN conference. The conference’s focus is Improving the Quality, Effectiveness, and Efficiency of Cancer Care. Sharsheret will be connecting with health care providers to connect patients to resources. Visit the Pavilion if you are attending the conference.
The Chabad at Washington University will host their annual Teal Shabbat event. Join them to learn more about ovarian cancer and ways to raise awareness. For more information, contact the Chabad.
Save the date for Sharsheret’s Young Professionals Circle Annual Purim Party in Miami, Saturday Night March 23 at 930 pm. Join us for a fun filled evening with friends, music and delicious food and drink. Register now! Please contact Lisa Feintuch at [email protected] with any questions. Event Chairs: Ashley and Glenn Weiss and Jessica and Jason […]
If you are looking for a unique pre-Passover shopping experience, join us at the Ohr Naava Spring MRKT. We are happy to exhibit, spreading life-saving awareness. Stop by to get your shopping done, and learn about BRCA genetics and healthy living. Plus, we’re giving away a $500 gift card to the kosher market of your […]
Come meet Sharsheret staff at the Celebrate! Party Showcase presented by Mitzvah Market. Pre-register for your free family ticket http://ow.ly/oRUr30o1ZNf.
Come out on Sunday, March 24th for a fun evening of ice skating at Mackay Ice Rink in Englewood, NJ! All proceeds will benefit Sharsheret. Tickets in advance are $15 and $18 at the door. All prices include skating and skate rentals. Please register here by March 20th. For more information, contact [email protected].
Whether you have already enjoyed the rewarding experience of serving as a peer supporter, are still waiting for your first Sharsheret match, or are considering becoming a peer supporter, please join us on Wednesday, March 27th at 8 pm EST/5 pm PST for our Peer Support Training Webinar. Our webinar will offer guidelines for serving […]
The Fashion Club at The Frisch School will host their annual event at the Lord and Taylor at Garden State Plaza. A Sharsheret volunteer will share her breast cancer awareness story to raise awareness among the students. For more information please contact The Frisch School.
Hundreds of students will gather for the Chabad at Binghamton and SDT annual Fashion For a Cure, a fashion show to raise money for Sharsheret, which benefits women battling breast and ovarian cancer. The evenings theme is ““Empowered Women, Empower Women”.? Check out all of the incredible raffle prizes on IG at @fashioncure2019. For details […]
Melissa K. Rosen, Sharsheret’s Director of National Outreach will educate the staff at Steeplechase Cancer Center about the unique issues that impact Jewish women facing breast cancer and ovarian cancer, how the staff can help, and how Sharsheret can help. To bring a Cultural Competency Training to your hospital or medical practice, or for more […]
Melissa K. Rosen, Sharsheret’s Director of National Outreach will educate the staff at Virtua Health about the unique issues that impact Jewish women facing breast cancer and ovarian cancer, how the staff can help, and how Sharsheret can help. To bring a Cultural Competency Training to your hospital or medical practice, or for more information, […]
Join Sharsheret Supports Partner, the Breast Cancer Resource Center of the YWCA Princeton, for ongoing meetups for patients and survivors of stage I, II or III breast cancer. Monthly meetings will help participants cope with the immediate and long-term effects of breast cancer and its treatment. Discussions will focus on the issues of importance to […]
Join the Skokie Valley Agudath Jacob,Kol Sasson,and Sharsheret Community for a Pink Shabbat. ‘What’s Jewish about Breast and Ovarian Cancer?’ Why are Breast and Ovarian cancers an issue for the Jewish community? On Shabbat morning, Eve Kleinerman, Sharsheret Illinois Regional Director, will discuss why our community should commit to awareness and education. Please stay for […]
Sharsheret is excited to be both exhibiting and presenting at this year’s annual NJHSA conference. Stop by our table to see how we might collaborate to support women and families facing breast or ovarian cancer. And be sure to attend our ‘Empathy Experts: Confronting Illness as a Community’ presentation.
Join our Sharsheret Supports Partner, the Rales JFS for a monthly breast and ovarian cancer support group. Meetings combine monthly support and wellness topics including nutrition, mindfulness and exercise. Sessions are facilitated by Kira Vainberg, INHC and Elissa Love, MSW and meet at 6:15 p.m. on the first Monday of the month at the Boca […]
Join Sharsheret Supports Partner, the Bikur Cholim Chesed Organization, at their monthly friendship gatherings for frum women who are in treatment or have been in treatment for cancer. The gathering will take place on Tuesday, April 2nd, at the Bikur Cholim Office, 5216 11th Ave from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. Confidential meetings are free […]
Sharsheret is excited to be a part of the UBCF annual Pink Bag Event at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Join us for an exciting day of breast health education and cancer prevention. This event is open to breast cancer patients, survivors and those in need. This is a FREE event although an application is […]