PEDIATRIC CANCER FOUNDATION,
AN AFFILIATE OF CHILDREN'S MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

 
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Friends For Steven ABOUT US

Friends For Steven is a non-profit, volunteer organization raising money and awareness in the battle against the pediatric cancer known as neuroblastoma.

Our group was formed in 1997, in honor of our namesake, Steven Newkirk who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma at age 5. Friends For Steven supports research to help all children and their families struggling against this terrible disease. Sadly, like most children diagnosed with aggressive neuroblastoma, Steven lost his courageous battle 2 1/2 years after his diagnosis. It is in his memory and to honor all children fighting for survival against this disease that we continue our work.

Our efforts directly support ongoing research into new treatments and a better understanding of neuroblastoma. We also strive to increase public awareness and most importantly, honor the courage and spirit of all afflicted children and their families.

Friends For Steven is a tax exempt 501(c)(3) organization.


2006 Oscar Preview Party with Richard Roeper III


PRESIDENT
Raymond Asher

VICE PRESIDENT
Bill Strotman

TREASURER
Elaine Asher

SECRETARY
Linda Deany

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Beth Newkirk

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Diana Barich
Terry Barich
Dr. Brian Cole
David Frederickson
Deborah Hohensee
Stefanie Langer
Jake Marzouk
Michelle Marzouk
James Newkirk
Drew Olbur
Christina Persico
Jose Persico*
Dr. Scott Sagerman
Stephanie Sagerman
Carey Smolensky
Diane Smolensky
Beth Strotman
Mary Ann Strotman

HONORARY
BOARD MEMBERS

Richard Roeper
Rick Telander
Harry Teinowitz

MEDICAL ADVISORS

Susan Cohn, M.D.
Morris Kletzel, M.D.
Howard Katzenstein, M.D.

HONORARY CHAIRPERSON

Ryan Green 2006
Jake Widman* 2005
Rachael Barich 2004
Luke Strotman 2003
Sam Rosenberg* 2002
Daniel Sagerman 2001
Francesca Persico* 2000
Steven Newkirk* 1998-99

*Deceased


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