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The Fooks Family gather to commemorate the event – (Left to right) Anthony D’Agostino, his wife, his son, Sebastian Le Toux (retired soccer player), Theresa Fooks, Deanna Fooks and Ronnie Fooks.

On the morning of September 21, 2024 the 9th annual Walk ‘N Roll 5K for Lung Cancer Awareness was held at the beautiful Parvin State Park in Salem County in honor of Ron Fooks, Sr. Ron lost his life to lung cancer on Thanksgiving morning 2013 after a valiant 3-year long battle with the disease. His loving family including wife Theresa, daughter Deanna, son Ronnie and nephew Anthony hold this annual walk in his honor, graciously donating the event’s proceeds (over $8,600.00 this year alone) to South Jersey Cancer Fund to help others who are facing their own battles with lung cancer.

At the Cove Restaurant in Brigantine, football and philanthropy came together for a special cause on Monday night. SJCF hosted their Monday Night Football event, drawing in sports fans, locals, and supporters eager to make a difference. The restaurant buzzed with excitement as the big game played on screens, but the real victory of the night was the community’s generosity.

With raffles, auctions and donations pouring in throughout the evening, the event raised nearly $6,000. Attendees enjoyed delicious food, drinks, and camaraderie while contributing to meaningful financial assistance to South Jersey cancer patients. The Cove’s warm atmosphere made it the perfect setting for the night’s festivities, proving that football, food and fundraising are a winning combination.

We raised nearly $10,000 to support cancer patients in our local community! This achievement would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors, vendors, donors, walkers and, of course, volunteers! Together, we walked to fight cancer and support those affected by this deadly disease. The funds will go a long way in providing essential services and resources to cancer patients and their families.

Several of our volunteers were on hand to participate in the annual dunking booth. Thomas Hayes, 14, from Clearview Regional High School, was kind enough to take the plunge for us! Lots of dollars were raised and lots of dunking happened during this hour of fun!

Some of the SJCF members and friends wanted to show support of their favorite baseball team – Philadelphia Phillies! A great time was had by all!

Hammonton Cancer Foundation held its 8th Annual “Walk for your Neighbors” event on June 1, 2024. More than 200 participants showed up to help raise money for cancer patients in need of financial help.

Lou Marchesani, Treasurer of the Knights of Columbus, presents a $1,000 donation to Mary Crane, President of SJCF. These monies will be used to financially help cancer patients in their local area.

What an event! Close to $3,000 raised to help breast cancer patients in need of financial support! Thanks to Marisella Dillinger, Instructor, Anne Breyer, SJCF Treasurer, and the entire cast of Zumba Instructors who made this event such a success!

A Zumba Dance Party for Breast Cancer was held at the Brigantine Community Center on October 21, 2023. We raised over $2,000!

June 11, 2022

The fantastic close knit community of Hammonton was out in full force to support this annual worthwhile event.  Thank You Hammonton Cancer Foundation for all you do toward financial support of cancer patients in our local communities