Update on Giving

Dear Family and Friends,

DD&BCF would like to update you on the status of contributions from our initial kick-off party. We have 3 contributions scheduled for the month of March. I’ve been in close contact with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital representatives. Thanks to the generosity of many we’re able to make 2 gift donations to the “Quality of Life Fund” and the “Head and Neck Fund”. The Quality of Life Fund at the Kimmel Cancer Center helps those patients who need special services or financial assistance. Our gift to this fund would help to assure that others receive the same type of great care that I received. The Head and Neck Fund supports research in that area. Jefferson is committed to cutting edge research as well as world-class patient care. Our gift to this fund helps to launch promising new lines of inquiry and keep existing research projects going. The Foundation is pleased to donate to these 2 Jefferson Funds that serve our mission statement.

Our third gift donation will go directly to an individual in our community of friends. Molly is a 6th grader who has been battling osteosarcoma (bone cancer) most of her young life. She is one of 7 children and this has understandably taken a toll on the entire family. Thanks to the very generous donations from our initial event – Molly and her family will be a recipient from the Foundation. We Believe Molly!!!

Thank You,
David Christian Caldarella
President & Cancer Survivor
David’s Dream & Believe Cancer Foundation

Save the date – June 3-4 2011!!!

David's Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation- Relay for Life

Hi Everyone,

I hope everyone enjoyed the last blog. I had such a great time at the Villanova game in spite of the loss. However, I have to be honest and say there was a little part of me rooting for Dr. Cognetti’s Hoyas for just 1 game. I saw him for a follow-up this past week and he didn’t let me forget it.

The great news from this past week after seeing almost all of my doctors (Dr. Cognetti, Dr. Axelrod, Dr. Franklin) is that I continue to be cancer free. My Jefferson medical team are extremely happy with my progress. I have 3 more weeks of physical therapy and have finally hit the 150lb mark.

As you know from my last blog, I accepted an invitation to be the honorary survivor chairperson for the Manahawkin Relay For Life. The event takes place June 3rd and 4th.

My parents and I attended the Relay kick-off on Tuesday February 15th where I gave a brief speech. I will be giving another speech at the survivor dinner on June 3rd. The Relay begins at 7pm at the Southern Regional track in Manahawkin and ends at 7am June 4th. It’s my intention to walk for all 12 hours of the Relay.

I’m working on final details with the chairpersons for the Relay For Life, American Cancer Society & David’s Dream & Believe board of directors. However, I want you to reserve the dates now (June 3rd and 4th) because we will be creating a team. You’ve been by my side throughout my battle and I’m asking you to stand with me again. Actually, I’m asking you to walk with me, donate & fundraise. DD&BCF will set up a campsite with food, refreshments & various other fun activities.

Final details coming soon!

Dream & Believe,
David

Foundation Kickoff

David's Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation

David’s Dream & Believe Cancer Foundation kickoff party was a tremendous success, and a special thanks goes out to Joey’s Pizza & Pasta, Panzones Pizza & the Ship Bottom Volunteer Fire Department.