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SUMMARY:GISTBe - Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:GISTMindfulness is a part of our virtual GISTEntertainment series\nDuring the current global pandemic\, The Life Raft Group wants to reassure you that\, as always\, we are in this together. We have been working diligently to provide you with the most up to date information regarding COVID-19 and navigating your cancer diagnosis. However\, we recognize the stressors that come along with this challenging time. \nTo help with deal with the stress\, we have created a series of virtual fundraising events called GISTEntertainment. Over the next few months we will be hosting several virtual events to keep our community feeling connected. We hope you’ll be able to join us for some relaxation\, laughter\, and fun! \nDuring this critical time we are asking you to partner with us. Our suggested donation for this event is $10. \nOur second GISTEntertainment event will be GISTBe on May 15th at 6PM EST. Join us for a Mindfulness session while connecting with others in LRG’s GIST Community during this virtual event.\n\nMindfulness means maintaining a present-moment awareness of our thoughts\, feelings\, bodily sensations\, or surrounding environment. It helps cancer patients better manage symptoms of fatigue\, anxiety\, and fear of recurrence\, and their caregivers to practice self-compassion.\n\nDuring this critical time we are asking you to partner with us. Our suggested donation for this event is $10.\nregisterAbout our presenter:\nThis session will be run by Carolina Ponce\, a Mindfulness coach\, Learning Specialist at a private school\, mother of one boy\, and a GIST Patient (diagnosed in 2006). \nThank you to our GISTEntertainment Series Sponsors!\nRob Taylor \nRob Taylor\, Silver Sponsor\n“During times of struggle\, we have options:\n1. Do nothing and hope that things somehow gets better\,\n2. Continue to use the resource and hope that someone shores it up so that we can continue to benefit.\n3. Become the somehow\, the someone and take the opportunity and responsibility to give and support the resource that has benefited us much. I choose to be the somehow and the someone\, I choose to give.” \nMargaret McInteer \nMargaret McInteer\, Bronze Sponsor\n“LifeRaft has been a godsend in my life since receiving my gist diagnosis a year ago. I’ve learned so much about my cancer through the experiences of others. I’ve also talked to 3 or 4 Life Raft staff members who have given me guidance and support. But the best part has been the mentor you assigned to me. Kay has called and encouraged me numerous times and was recently instrumental in getting me a video conference with Dr. Trent in Miami. I’m grateful beyond words!” \n \nBronze $100 – sponsor names announced at beginning of event\, post on social media platforms \nSilver $250 – sponsor names announced at beginning of event\, post on social media platforms\, highlight in newsletter\n\nGold $500 – sponsor names announced at beginning of event\, post on social media platforms\, highlight in newsletter\, name displayed on website \nPlatinum $1\,000 – sponsor names announced at beginning of event\, month sponsorship\, post on social media platforms\, highlight in newsletter\, name displayed on website \nUltra Platinum $2\,000 – sponsor names announced at beginning of event\, sponsorship for all months\, post on social media platforms\, highlight in newsletter\, name displayed on website \nPlease contact Jessica Nowak for sponsorship opportunities!\njnowak@liferaftgroup.org
URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/gist-be-virtual/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Events,Fundraising
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200505T180000
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Group - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:This is an Eight-Week Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld every Tuesday starting May 5th at 5pm ET.\nLimited to 12 participants. \nOnline Support Group Launching Tuesday\, May 5th \n\nAs we navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. Starting Tuesday\, May 5th at 5pm ET the LRG will have its own weekly support group for caregivers of people living with GIST facilitated by Chelsea Madia\, LCSW and Angela Edson\, LSW. In an effort to continue social distancing\, we will use an electronic platform\, to come together for eight consecutive weeks as a small group of 12 participants. \nWe will talk about all of the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to caring for someone living with GIST\, and also navigating your role during COVID-19. We will share experiences\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling as a result of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow GIST caretakers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. \n\nREGISTER\n \nAbout the Group Leaders:\nAngela Edson\, LSW \nAngela is a licensed social worker in New Jersey. She has been an employee at the Life Raft Group for close to five years. During her graduate studies she interned at a local hospital’s outpatient cancer center providing support to patients and caregivers. Additionally\, Angela has personal experience as a caregiver to loved ones with a cancer diagnosis. She understands the challenges that come along with this role and is excited to co-facilitate this support group.< \nChelsea Madia\, LCSW\nChelsea Madia is a licensed clinical social worker in New York\, who started in the field in 2011 counseling at-risk teens at the Child Center of New York in Jamaica\, Queens. After this\, her work took her to the Coalition for the Homeless in lower Manhattan\, where she supported mentally ill homeless adults in their quest to move into supportive housing\, as well as apply for disability benefits. From there\, she worked for nine months on the Psychiatric Mobile Crisis Team at Mount Sinai Beth Israel\, before being promoted to Program Manager. In November of 2018\, after three years managing the team\, Chelsea was diagnosed with metastatic GIST. Since that time\, she has been stable on Gleevec\, and now is in the early phases of starting her own private counseling practice in New Rochelle\, NY.
URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/caregiver-support-group-virtual/
LOCATION:The Life Raft Group\, 155 US Highway 46\, Ste. 202\, Wayne Plaza II\, Wayne\, NJ\, 07470\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Fundraising
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ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T130000
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SUMMARY:GIST Meditate - Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:GISTMeditate is a part of our virtual GISTEntertainment series\nDuring the current global pandemic\, The Life Raft Group wants to reassure you that\, as always\, we are in this together. We have been working diligently to provide you with the most up to date information regarding COVID-19 and navigating your cancer diagnosis. However\, we recognize the stressors that come along with this challenging time. \nTo help with deal with the stress\, we have created a series of virtual fundraising events called GISTEntertainment. Over the next few months we will be hosting several virtual events to keep our community feeling connected. We hope you’ll be able to join us for some relaxation\, laughter\, and fun! \nDuring this critical time we are asking you to partner with us. Our suggested donation for this event is $10. \nOur first GISTEntertainment event will be GIST Meditate on April 30th at noon. Join us for a relaxing meditation while connecting with others in the LRG GIST Community. Meditation can help you lower stress and anxiety\, improve focus\, reduce brain chatter\, connect better and sleep more. During this event\, you will learn how to observe your thoughts and feelings without judgement. \nregisterAbout our presenter:\nSheetal Muhlon \nSheetal Muhlon is a health coach\, yoga and meditation teacher\, mom of three\, former highway engineer and Bar Method Studio owner. She started her “health journey” over a decade ago when she was looking for answers to her exhaustion and migraines. Her doctor told her that her blood test levels were all good and that it was because I had three kids and was getting older but she knew she just wasn’t herself. Her body was not feeling it’s best and she needed to figure this out. \n\n“Growing up my mom would share how we eat certain foods to balance our bodies and maintain a strong immune system. I always had that in my mind and made healthy choices but there were foods I thought were healthy for me but just not working for my body\, mind\, and spirit. I needed to learn more and enrolled at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and later become certified in yoga. My journey from trying to feel better\, to how foods heal and using movement and breath to support my immune system has led me to feel my best! As a health and wellness coach\, I help my clients find personalized simple tools to optimize their health and find balance. Strong immunity\, longevity\, and vitality have become my focus and inspiring others to feel their best\, my purpose.”   – Sheetal \n\nThank you to our GISTMeditate Sponsors!\nRob Taylor \nRob Taylor\, Silver Sponsor\n“During times of struggle\, we have options:\n1. Do nothing and hope that things somehow gets better\,\n2. Continue to use the resource and hope that someone shores it up so that we can continue to benefit.\n3. Become the somehow\, the someone and take the opportunity and responsibility to give and support the resource that has benefited us much. I choose to be the somehow and the someone\, I choose to give.” \nMargaret McInteer \nMargaret McInteer\, Bronze Sponsor\n“LifeRaft has been a godsend in my life since receiving my gist diagnosis a year ago. I’ve learned so much about my cancer through the experiences of others. I’ve also talked to 3 or 4 Life Raft staff members who have given me guidance and support. But the best part has been the mentor you assigned to me. Kay has called and encouraged me numerous times and was recently instrumental in getting me a video conference with Dr. Trent in Miami. I’m grateful beyond words!” \n \nBronze $100 – sponsor names announced at beginning of event\, post on social media platforms \nSilver $250 – sponsor names announced at beginning of event\, post on social media platforms\, highlight in newsletter\n\nGold $500 – sponsor names announced at beginning of event\, post on social media platforms\, highlight in newsletter\, name displayed on website \nPlatinum $1\,000 – sponsor names announced at beginning of event\, month sponsorship\, post on social media platforms\, highlight in newsletter\, name displayed on website \nUltra Platinum $2\,000 – sponsor names announced at beginning of event\, sponsorship for all months\, post on social media platforms\, highlight in newsletter\, name displayed on website \nPlease contact Jessica Nowak for sponsorship opportunities!\njnowak@liferaftgroup.org
URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/gist-meditate/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Events,Fundraising
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SUMMARY:Night to Fight Cancer 2019
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Night to Fight Cancer!\nLRG Fundraiser\nDoors open at 6 pm. Games start at 7 pm.\n \nRegister \n \nALL IN DONATION (POKER & CASINO) – $750\nEntry into a charity poker tournament with the opportunity to win prizes\nEach guest starts with $5\,000 worth of chips for poker\nEach guest receives $500 worth of chips for other casino games\nEach guest has the opportunity for unlimited Re-Buys during the first hour (Re-Buys cost $500 and get you $2\,000 worth of chips)\nOpen bar and food \nPOKER DONATION – $600\nEntry into a poker tournament with the opportunity to win prizes\nEach guest starts with $5\,000 worth of chips\nEach guest has the opportunity for unlimited Re-Buys during the first hour (Re-Buys cost $500 and get you $2\,000 worth of chips)\nOpen bar and food \nCASINO DONATION – $300\nEntry into the event to play casino games (Blackjack\, roulette\, craps)\nEach guest starts with $500 worth of chips\nOpportunity to purchase additional chips (Additional chips cost $40 for $200 worth of chips and $100 for $500 worth of chips)\nEach guest will have the opportunity to upgrade to a poker player for $300 (before games start)\nOpen bar and food \nClub Sponsors\nHearts Sponsors
URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/night-to-fight-cancer-2019/
LOCATION:Midtown Loft & Terrace\, 267 5th Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Fundraising
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190516T174500
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SUMMARY:Water of Life
DESCRIPTION:Tickets\n\nNow in its fifth year\, the Water of Life is a wonderful evening. Considered by Forbes Online to be one of the top whisky events in the world (and just one of two in the United States to make the list) this event benefiting the Life Raft Group is your chance to enjoy several top spirits with the experts who can discuss them best. \nWhether you crave a spirit that is old in age\, or old and dusty due to years in the bottle; one that is smoky; one that is heavily influenced by a sherry cask\, or bourbon cask\, or port cask; or one from world markets other than just the US or UK\, the Water of Life is the best opportunity to quench your thirst. Maybe a cigar as well? \nIt will also quench your thirst for knowledge. Enjoy your drams in the presence of some of the best-known makers\, ambassadors\, distributors\, retailers\, bloggers\, and even purchasers assembled at a whisky event. \nWith pricing tiers for a range of aficionados\, from beginners to Keepers\, the Water of Life allows something for everyone. Whether you select standard\, VIP\, or Ultra-VIP you will treated to a memorable night. \nAnd remember\, as your ticket price is considered a charity donation\, you can feel good about yourself\, while also feeling quite good! \nSlàinte Mhath! \nCome to Water of Life 2019 and support The Life Raft Group.\n\nThe mission of the Life Raft Group is to enhance survival and quality of life for people living with GIST through patient-powered research\, education and empowerment\, and global advocacy efforts.\n\nWednesday May 15 at 6pm\nUltra-VIP event (exact details sent to attendees)\n\n\nThursday May 16\n5:45 pm – 6:30 pm\n\n\n\nMasterclass\n6:30 pm -7:30 pm\nVIP Only\n\nMain Event\n7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/water-of-life/
LOCATION:The Platform At The Pennsy\, 2 Pennsylvania Plaza\, 2nd Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Fundraising
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190504T080000
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CREATED:20190115T165431Z
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SUMMARY:GIST DO IT NJ
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of fun and fundraising\n\nWalk to find a cure\nRefreshments\nGiveaways\nGuest Speakers\nand much more\n\nClick below to Register\, Create a Team\, or Join a Team \n \n\n\n\nAll participants raising $50+ will have the chance to receive special recognition gifts based on their fundraising level. (Includes registration fee) \n$50 \n·  GIST DO IT T-Shirt \n$150 \n·  GIST DO IT T-Shirt \n·  GIST DO IT Water Bottle \n$500 \n·  GIST DO IT T-Shirt \n·  GIST DO IT Water Bottle \n·  Social Media Recognition \n$1000 \n·  GIST DO IT T-Shirt \n·  GIST DO IT Water Bottle \n·  Social Media Recognition \n·  Newsletter Recognition \nFunds from GIST DO IT will be directed towards GIST Research \n\n\n\nFor questions or sponsorship opportunities please contact Diana Nieves by phone or email \n973-837-9092 ext. 102 \ndnieves@liferaftgroup.org
URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/gistdoitnj/
LOCATION:Verona Park\, Bloomfield Ave & Lakeside Avenue\, Verona\, NJ\, 07044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Fundraising
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190308T190000
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SUMMARY:GIST Laugh
DESCRIPTION:GIST Laugh invites attendees 21+ to join us for night filled with comedy! Local stand-up comics will show off their talent\, competing to win your votes and be declared Favorite Comedian! Join us for the fun and the fundraising\, as we walk one step closer to finding a cure for this rare disease called GIST. \nEach ticket comes with 20 votes for your favorite comedian. You will also be able to purchase additional votes at the event. \nComedians: \n\nKim Casem\nMaha Hilal\nMonsell Carty\nGeorge Antwi-Obimpeh\nSheila Wenz\nShannon Huber\nMariam Aydoun\nVeronica Carlan\nAndrea Shedler*\n\n*Votes for Andrea Shedler will be counted as “general donations” and split evenly among the other comedians.
URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/gistlaugh/
LOCATION:Town Tavern DC\, 2323 18th Street Northwest\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Fundraising
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