New Yorkers Adjusting Cancer Treatments Over COVID Concerns
May 13, 2020 | THE CITY
Still, the already stressful and draining process has become more challenging during the pandemic, said Haley Feldman, 29, the Clinical Program Manager for Gilda’s Club NYC, which provides social and emotional support for people who have cancer. Read more.
Fighting Cancer During the COVID-19 Pandemic
May 8, 2020 | PIX11 News
On the very same day the tri-state region began preparations to lockdown due to the COVID-19 outbreak, 52-year-old Derek Tucker began chemotherapy at NY Presbyterian. Tucker was diagnosed with Stage 4 prostate cancer in September 2018. He’s been fighting ever since. Even now, during the pandemic, Tucker said his doctors said he has no other option but to venture outside of the safety of his home and go to chemotherapy treatments once every three weeks. Read more.
Gilda’s Club New York City Launches New Remote Support Model
April 14, 2020 | PR Newswire
Facing the reality of cancer is difficult enough. Facing cancer while living in the epicenter of the Coronavirus pandemic is even more difficult. The current health crisis is making it harder for cancer patients in New York City to get the support they need at a time when they need it the most. Read more.
Vanessa Bayer honored at Gilda’s Club NYC 24th Annual Gala
November 9, 2019 | PageSix.com
Former “SNL” comic Vanessa Bayer says you’ve got to laugh off cancer . . . and use it as an excuse to get out of things you hate. Read more.
The Friends Cast Reunites in L.A., Plus the Frozen 2 Premiere, The Rock and More
November 8, 2019 | People.com
Kenan Thompson and former SNL castmate Vanessa Bayer pose at the Gilda’s Club N.Y.C. 24th annual gala at The Pierre Hotel on Thursday in N.Y.C. Read more.
Gilda’s Club Celebrates 24 Years Of Free Cancer Support
November 12, 2019 | The Knockturnal
It’s at the historic Pierre hotel that New York City’s Gilda’s Club celebrated its 24 year anniversary last Thursday night, honoring former SNL comedian, writer and actress Vanessa Bayer among other outstanding individuals who have contributed to improving the quality of life of cancer patients and raising over $850,000. Read more.
SNL’s Vanessa Bayer: Battling Leukemia as a Teen ‘Made Me Realize the Healing Power of Comedy’
November 8, 2019 | UsMagazine.com
Vanessa Bayer was the guest of honor at Gilda’s Club NYC’s 24th Annual Benefit Gala on November 7, and for good reason. After battling leukemia in her teen years, the Saturday Night Live alum has used her platform to raise awareness of blood cancer and bone marrow donations. Read more
Celebs Give Back In 2019: Vanessa Bayer and Kenan Thompson
November 8, 2019 | ETOnline.com
Thompson presented his friend and fellow Saturday Night Live cast member with the Gilda Radner Award during the Gilda’s Club NYC 24th Annual Gala at the Pierre Hotel in New York City on Nov. 7. The event raised over $850,000 to improve the lives of cancer patients. Read more
Gilda’s Club NYC Raises $850,000 and Honors ‘SNL’ Star Vanessa Bayer at Annual Gala
November 8, 2019 | T2COnline.com
JGilda’s Club NYC raised over $850,000 last night at a roaring bash that honored patients, as well as “Saturday Night Live” darling Vanessa Bayer. Read more
John Prine, Third Eye Blind, Spiritualized Join ‘Ten Bands One Cause’ Vinyl Campaign
July 25, 2019 | Rollingstone.com
John Prine, Third Eye Blind, Spiritualized and the Mark Lanegan Band are among the artists who will take part in the the 6th annual Ten Bands One Cause pink vinyl campaign to raise money for Gilda’s Club NYC. Read more
Komen Connections: Deal With Your Cancer Diagnosis With A ‘Moving For Life’ Exercise Program
September 6, 2018 | newyork.cbslocal.com
A cancer diagnosis can be traumatic both physically and mentally. But research has shown exercise, even something as simple as basic dance movement, can greatly enhance a patients sense of well being, and even help spur recovery. Read more
Hall and Oates, El-P, Soccer Mommy to Reissue LPs on Pink Vinyl for Charity
August 7, 2018 | Rollingstone.com
Daryl Hall and John Oates, El-P and Soccer Mommy are among the artists set to reissue their albums on pink vinyl as part of the fifth annual charity initiative, Ten Bands One Cause, which benefits Gilda’s Club NYC. Read more
PRESS RELEASES
- April 14, 2020: Gilda’s Club New York City Launches New Remote Support Model
- May 2, 2019: Titia de Lange, Ph.D., Director, Anderson Center For Cancer Research, The Rockefeller University, Will Be Keynote Speaker For Gilda’s Club NYC 12th Annual Celebrating Women Benefit Luncheon, May 8th
- October 31, 2018: Dr. Andrew Plump, Takeda And CVS Health To Be Honored At Gilda’s Club NYC’s Benefit Gala, November 8
- June 1, 2018: Gilda’s Club NYC To Honor Actress Krysta Rodriguez, At The Gildie Awards, City Winery, June 6
- May 4, 2018: Love, Gilda Director Lisa D’Apolito To Present Keynote At Gilda’s Club NYC Luncheon May 9
- July 27, 2015: Red Distribution Launches 2nd Annual Pink Vinyl Program for Cancer Aid and Awareness with 10 Diverse and Exciting Artists, Out September 29, 2015.
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