Upcoming Events
| Event: | SHIFT 2 - Volunteer at The Gweneviere Mann Foundation Pre-Marathon Brunch! |
| Location: |
Papillon Bistro & Bar 22 East 54th Street, New York, NY 10022  |
| Date: | Nov 2nd 2019, 11:00 am - 2:30 pm |
| Staff: | Manager: Vince F  |
| RSVP: | This event has already occurred |
Event Description:
The following event is in support of lung cancer prevention and music/creative arts grants to cancer survivors. On November 2nd, One Brick will provide volunteers for teh pre-NYC marathon brunch and fundraiser in support of the Gwen Mann Foundation. While volunteering, you can see the following speakers:
The name sake of the organization, Gwen Mann, passed away last year to a rare form of lung cancer that affects non-smokers. It moved very quickly with limited treatment options. In her memory, her husband Yasir Salem started a foundation. He’s been running 50 marathons in 50 states this year to raise awareness for the cause.
Guest speakers for the event include:
- Dave Isay (StoryCorps.org)
- Dean Karnazes (UltraMarathoner and Author)
- Dr. Bradley Pua (Weill Cornell), Liz Plosser (Women's Health Mag)
- entertainment Anthony Paolini Jazz Trio
- Stand-up Comedian, Jason Cole
Gwen Mann Foundation which is focused on lung cancer prevention & early detection, plus, music & creative arts program grants to help cancer survivors.
The brunch event in NYC November 2nd marks his 50th race and challenge completion. It's a daytime brunch with music and GREAT speakers.
One Brick will be there to support him and the cause!
What we'll be doing:
One Brickers will be helping with registration, raffle tickets, and the silent auction
Gweneviere Mann Foundation:
To honor Gweneviere, The Gweneviere Mann Foundation continues her legacy by helping more people get scanned for brain tumor and lung cancer early so that they can thrive in life like she did.
Gweneviere was a true star born to the earth who captivated everyone she met with her beautiful voice, contagious laughter, contemplative wisdom and generous loving heart.
In 2008, Gwen was diagnosed with a meningioma brain tumor. With the loving care of her husband, Yasir, she was able to overcome it in time and thrive. She became an accomplished writer, marathon runner and continued to blossom as a singer as chronicled by StoryCorps, PBS, NPR and more.
10 years later, on July 22, 2018, a rare form of lung cancer (exon 20) that would take her life. 77% of people with this type of lung cancer are non-smokers.
Managers
 Vince F |