A snapshot of our recent news, events and fundraising including Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Bras for a Cause, the Linda Brand Scholarship Fund, Dine & Donate at the Blue Monkey Tavern, TD Bank Grant to Tackle Social Barriers to Health, First Harvest Pink Ribbon Campaign, Cooper Pride at Haddon Township, upcoming holiday fundraising campaigns and the MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper 10 year anniversary.
OCTOBER 2023
It’s breast cancer awareness month. Learn how you can make a difference. CLICK HERE >>>
PIERSON CHARITIES GIVES $50K BOOST TO BREAST CANCER RESEARCH AND PATIENT IN NEED FUND The Cooper Foundation received $50,000 from Pierson Charities on behalf of the Pink Roses & Teal Magnolias event hosted in April to support MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper. Funds were raised by Pierson Charities for their second annual Golf Outing on September 22, 2023. With Cooper University Health Care being a local health care system, many employees, friends and family members have been treated by the Cooper Team, so Cooper holds a special place in all of their hearts which motivated them to give back. L-R: From RE Pierson Construction Company, Howard Pierson, VP of Operations and Richard E. Pierson, Founder & CEO present a check to The Cooper Foundation represented by Dina Mathews-Laurendeau, Director of Development and Lisa Morina, Vice President of Advancement for Corporate Relations. The funds that have been donated to MD Anderson at Cooper will support breast cancer research and the “Patient in Need” fund, which provides small financial assistance grants for transportation, child care, prescriptions and other necessities to cancer patients in need. The grant also provides support for women in cancer treatment who need wigs and cosmetic support while undergoing cancer treatment who could otherwise not afford them. Pierson Charities is the non-profit, philanthropic arm of RE Pierson Construction Company, a heavy highway company that performs work in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland (www.repierson.com)
Linda Brand SCHOLARSHIP FUND In Memory of Linda Brand (1948-2023)
“Their compassion, commitment and sacrifice to help other people is amazing and inspiring. Cooper has made a difference in my life and I am passionate about ensuring it makes a difference in the lives of others.” “Cooper has been my life for the past 30 years and I’ve met the best people here.”
The Linda Brand Scholarship Fund is dedicated to growing the next generation of healthcare leaders and financially supporting the professional development of Cooper employees who demonstrate financial need.
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Dancing with the Gloucester County Stars Participant Chooses The Cooper Foundation To Receive Competition Funds DONATION BENEFITS THE PINK & TEAL FUND FOR BREAST AND GYNECOLOGICAL CANCER Cancer survivor Dr. Angela Knestaut presented a $6,318 check to The Cooper Foundation on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 after representing the organization in this year’s “Dancing with the Gloucester County Stars” fundraising competition. The competition, hosted by the Greater Woodbury Chamber of Commerce, is held annually and each participant fundraises for a non-profit of choice. The funds will benefit the MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper via the “Pink Roses & Teal Magnolias” fund. Keep an eye out on our social media for photos and more! Thanks Dr Angela Knestaut!
Members of the Cooper Foundation team showed their support for Wear Pink Day on October 20 in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the efforts of Cooper University Health Care and MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper!
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The Cooper Foundation team had the pleasure of attending the annual Bras for a Cause on Wednesday, October 25. The event was hosted by the Women’s Council of Realtors – Southern NJ Regional chapter.
Dr. Generosa Grana, Director of MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper, provided a reminder on the importance of yearly mammograms starting at 40 and how we can all be more informed about our breast cancer risk by using the GAIL assessment tool. Assess your risk using the button to the left. We were also represented by the amazing Charlie Elsea DNP, AGPCNP-BC who gave an outstanding performance to fundraise for our cause! We are grateful that all proceeds from the night, including the bra auction and basket raffle, go directly to MD Anderson at Cooper.
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COOPER RECEIVES $50,000 FROM TD BANK TO TACKLE SOCIAL BARRIERS TO HEALTH IN THE NEWS The Cooper Foundation was recently awarded a $50,000 grant from TD Charitable
Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, to expand a program that addresses societal barriers to health care access. The program deploys community health workers (CHWs) in Camden and surrounding counties to improve health care access, reduce inpatient hospital stays and emergency department visits, and increase behavioral and specialty care visits by addressing social barriers to health.
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THIS OCTOBER, SHARE A PINK RIBBON MESSAGE Head down to First Harvest Credit Union this month and share a #PinkRibbon message to help raise awareness and funds for breast cancer. Proceeds will go to the MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper. First Harvest is a credit union partner of Cooper and gives the Cooper Team access to credit union membership.
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COOPER PRIDE SUPPORT THE CAUSE
The Cooper Foundation team along with Cooper University Health Care recently marched in the Haddon Township Pride Parade, supporting the Cooper Center for LGBTQ+ Health! We’re proud to be allies and looking forward to celebrating again next year. Click to the left to learn more about the Center for LGBTQ+ Health and how you can support.
DR. AMANDA R. BURDEN NAMED ASSISTANT DEAN FOR CLINICAL SKILLS AND SIMULATION EDUCATION Congratulations to Cooper Foundation Board Member, Amanda R. Burden, MD, FASA, FSSH, who was promoted by the Rowan University Board of Trustees at the September meeting. Dr. Burden has served as director of clinical skills and simulation at CMSRU since the school’s inception and at Cooper University Healthcare since 2006. She has served as vice chair of faculty affairs and development since 2017 and is a professor of anesthesiology.
Amanda R. Burden, MD, FASA, FSSH Cooper Foundation Board Member Vice Chair, Faculty Affairs and Development
Join the Cooper Foundation in making a difference this holiday season and in helping Cooper University Health Care in its mission to serve, to heal and to educate.
NOVEMBER 28, 2023: Let’s make a collective difference this holiday season by giving back to these three featured causes: GivingTuesday NICU, Population Health + The Linda Brand Scholarship Fund
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Snowflake Fundraiser Support the families of trauma patients during their hospital stay by purchasing a "snowflake" in honor or in memory of someone special. Snowflake lighting will take place in December.
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As the year draws to an end, we reflect upon what we are thankful for. Share the spirit of the season by considering The Cooper Foundation in your year-end giving and help support Cooper's life-saving work. Share the Spirit
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MD ANDERSON AT COOPER: A DECADE OF HEALING
A decade ago, two visionary healthcare organizations came together to improve cancer care in southern New Jersey.
Attracted renowned cancer experts who are leaders in their field. Advanced cancer care through innovative treatment options, including MR Linac and HIPEC treatment for some abdominal cancers. Led and participated in groundbreaking clinical trials. Provided vital cancer screenings to thousands in our community. Extended essential supportive care services to our patient and their families. The MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper opened this month 10 years ago in Camden, NJ. In this time, MD Anderson at Cooper has:
Watch this video to learn more about how the partnership between MD Anderson and Cooper has transformed cancer care in the region.
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