Strike 3 Foundation

The Strike 3 Foundation heightens awareness, mobilizes support, and raises funding for childhood cancer research.

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4th Annual Gala Raises Over $215,000 for Childhood Cancer Research

NEW HAVEN, CT— Pediatric oncology research and treatment centers will benefit from the over $215,000 raised by the Strike 3 Foundation thanks to the success of the 4th Annual First Pitch Celebrity Gala on November 19, 2011 at the Hilton Hotel in Stamford, Connecticut.

Guest emcee Bobby Valentine hosted the event while DJ Ad-Rock from the Beastie Boys spun music, and surprise musical guest Everclear energized the crowd of over 500 guests. Celebrities in attendance included Major League Baseball players Andrew Bailey, Craig Breslow, Andrew Carignan, Rajai Davis and Jerry Blevins as well as WWE’s The Miz, former NFL players Carl Banks and Stephen Baker, former Mets GM Omar Minaya, and New York Yankees personalities Suzyn Waldman, Kim Jones, and John Flaherty. Dan Dunn’s PaintJam amazed the audience with his unbelievable speed painting talent.

“I feel confident stating that Strike 3 raised the bar once again in 2011. Our fourth installment of the First Pitch Celebrity Gala was a success by all measures: increased attendance, revenue and positive feedback” stated Craig Breslow, Founder and Executive Director of the Strike 3 Foundation. “We will continue to work to expedite the arrival of the day when cancer is eradicated. Thank you to everyone involved in making this night so successful. Congratulations to Casey Ridgway, the recipient of our 2011 Isaias Valentin Courage Award, she is truly an inspiration.”

Chief Operator Joe Lizza noted “This year’s event ran smoother despite a larger crowd and more complex program thanks to the increased volunteer staff, the approachable and accommodating celebrities, and the generosity of the 500 people that came out tonight. Despite a celebratory night, the meaning and purpose of this organization is clear, to strike out cancer.”

The Strike 3 Foundation would like to thank presenting sponsor Diamond Elite Merchant Solutions as well as custom sponsors Sony Playstation, E*Trade, Manfredi Jewels, David Yurman, and Moffly Media and all who donated items and attended the event.

For more information about this Gala or to inquire about the 5th Annual First Pitch Celebrity Gala in November 2012, please visit www.strike3foundation.org or contact Ashley Voss (Public Relations Director) at publicrelations@strike3foundation.org.

About the Strike 3 Foundation
The Strike 3 Foundation is a charitable agency recognized by the IRS under 501(c)(3) that heightens awareness, mobilizes support, and raises funding for pediatric cancer research. Founded in 2008 by current Major League Pitcher and Yale graduate Craig Breslow, Strike 3 has pledged over $500,000 to Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital as a founding sponsor of Connecticut’s only Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Program. Additionally, the organization has supported Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, CureSearch, Conquer Cancer Foundation, and Childrens Hospital Oakland, as well as other deserving cancer treatment and research centers. Strike 3 has offices in California and Florida, and is headquartered in Monroe, CT.

November 22, 2011 · Press Release

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The Strike 3 Foundation heightens awareness, mobilizes support, and raises funding for childhood cancer research.

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