Sharsheret Celebrates 10th Anniversary

Elana Silber, Director of Operations
Telephone: (866) 474-2774
E-Mail: [email protected]

Teaneck, New Jersey (August 26, 2010) – Sharsheret, the national not-for-profit organization supporting young women and families, of all Jewish backgrounds, facing breast cancer, will celebrate its 10th Anniversary at a Jewelbilation Gala, Sunday, October 10th, 2010, to be held at a private venue in New York City. The Gala will recognize Sharsheret’s Jewels, major gifts established in honor and in memory of loved ones in support of the organization’s 10 national programs.

Since its founding in 2001, Sharsheret has responded to more than 19,000 breast cancer inquiries, involved more than 1,000 peer supporters, and presented over 200 educational programs nationwide. Sharsheret now offers a continuum of care for the Jewish community – addressing the needs of those who are concerned about the risk of breast cancer in their family, those who have been diagnosed with the disease and are undergoing treatment, and those who face issues of survivorship or recurrence. Over the past 10 years, Sharsheret has developed 10 national programs, including the Peer Support Network, connecting women newly diagnosed or at high risk of developing breast cancer one-on-one with others who share similar diagnoses and experiences; Embrace, supporting women living with advanced breast cancer; and Genetics for Life, addressing hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.

“We are grateful to mark 10 years of service to the Jewish community and celebrate with those who have enabled Sharsheret’s incredible growth,” said Founder and Executive Director Rochelle Shoretz. The milestone event will feature “Sharsheret, Changing the Face of Breast Cancer,” a photo exhibit by acclaimed photographer Gail Hadani, live music and dancing with “The Kootz” Band, and a performance by singer-songwriter and cancer survivor Zacharia. For seat reservations, please  call (866) 474-2774. For more information about the 10th Anniversary Jewelbilation and establishing a Jewel in honor or in memory of a loved one, please email [email protected].