Tower Cancer Research Foundation will hold its 6th Annual Tower of Hope fundraising gala on Sunday, May 18, 2008, at The Beverly Hilton.  Highlighting the event will be the presentation of three awards, one each for “Hope,” “Healing” and “Humanity.”   A reception and silent auction begin the evening, followed by dinner and a raffle for America’s smallest car, a “smart fortwo passion” supplied by Mercedes-Benz of Beverly Hills and smart center of Beverly Hills.

Tower Cancer Research Foundation held a kick-off party at Board Member Nancy Mishkin’s home for its upcoming Tower of Hope Dinner to be held on Sunday, May 18 at The Beverly Hilton.  Beverly Hills Mayor Jimmy Delshad ( 2nd from right) presented proclamations to (l to r) Rabbi David and Eliana Wolpe, Dr. Barry Rosenbloom and Dr. Peter Rosen.

Rabbi David and Eliana Wolpe, both cancer survivors, will receive the Hope Award.  Rabbi of L.A.’s Sinai Temple, David Wolpe’s journey through illness has infused his thought-provoking and reflective sermons and articles with the importance and value of learning lessons when faced with life’s challenges.

Tower Cancer Research Foundation Medical Director Dr. Peter Rosen will be the recipient of the Healing Award.  A retired clinical oncologist with an international reputation in oncological research, Dr. Rosen is devoted to improving cancer care from both patient and scientific perspectives.  With Dr. Fred Rosenfelt, he co-founded the Southern California Lymphoma Group, which produces educational seminars on advancements in lymphoma treatment.

The Humanitarian Award will be presented to Dr. Barry Rosenbloom, a senior partner at Tower Hematology Oncology Medical Group.  Widely loved and respected, Dr. Rosenbloom is considered by patients, friends and colleagues alike, to be one of the kindest, most caring physicians, the embodiment of the medical group’s spirit.  Committed to patient care and education for over 30 years, Dr. Rosenbloom also serves as the medical group’s director of the Comprehensive Gaucher Treatment Center. 

Funds raised at the Tower of Hope Dinner will be used for cancer research, education and patient and community support programs.  Tickets are $350.00.  For more information visit www.towercancerfoundation.org http://www.towercancerfoundation.org

E-mail info@towercancerfoundation.org or call (310) 285-7242.

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The Beverly Hilton, 9876 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA  90210
Sunday, May 18, 2008
5:30 p.m.

ABOUT TOWER CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION

Tower Cancer Research Foundation (TCRF), is a non-profit 501 (C) 3 dedicated to providing state of the art clinical research in a private practice setting. Founded in 1996, the TCRF conducts cutting-edge clinical trials focusing on developing new treatment options for patients suffering from cancer and blood disorders.   In addition, the foundation provides a support network of cancer survivors to encourage, educate and provide strength and hope to newly diagnosed patients. Educational seminars are conducted to provide community awareness and prevention information. For more information about TCRF visit www.towercancerresearch.org.