2014 Mother's Day Luncheon
The Mother's Day Luncheon honors women of achievement. It was Initiated in May 2000, to recognize women who have been major influences in their industries and in the community. This year's event was held on May 7, at the Four Seasons hotel located at 300 South Doheny Drive.
2013 Black Tie Gala a huge success!
The 23rd Black tie Gala featured Entertainment by the O'Jays and honored Ann Margret and Robert Wagner.
Past and present honorees and emcees
Ann Margret
Actress Ann Margret 2013 Honoree<
Robert Wagner
Actor Robert Wagner 2013 Honoree
David Spade
Comedian David Spade accepted the 'Spirit of Hollywood award'
Musical guest Earth, Wind and Fire
Donald Sterling and wife
Lou Gossett Jr.
Gloria and John Gebbia
The Cast of VH1's Hollywood Exes-Season 2
Nicole Murphy and Patrick Wayne
The Spirit of Hollywood Award
The Spirit of Hollywood Award is annually bestowed on a respected member of the entertainment industry whose efforts have in some way called attention to the devastating effect of cancer and the importance of raising money for cancer research.
The Spirit of Hope Award
The prestigious Spirit of Hope Award, created by Lillian Brem, recognizes individuals who have distinguished themselves for their philanthropic commitment to the work of the Associates for Breast and Prostate Cancer Studies and the community at large.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to achieve prevention and a cure for breast and prostate cancer in our lifetime by providing funding for clinical innovation and research through our partnership with the John Wayne Cancer Institute. Through our partnerships and initiatives we hope to raise awareness about measures through education about promoting good breast and prostate health.
Our Impact:
Sentinel Node Biopsy
The John Wayne Cancer Institute pioneered an innovative technique called Sentinel Node Biopsy.
Positive Appearance Center
The Positive Appearance Center comfort needs related to their disease.
Prostate research
Detecting prostate cancer at the earliest stages with research in molecular oncology.
Chemo resistance research
This leads to the ability to scramble the defective gene and make them drug-sensitive.
Positive attitude towards hope!
Molecular oncology, glyeo-immuno therapy, and experimental therapeutics.