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My name is Sharline Leslie and like so many others, my life changed the moment I heard the words “you have breast cancer.” In an instant, everything felt uncertain—my health, my future, and how I would continue to show up for my family during such a frightening time. As a mother, I’ve always been used to being the strong one, the caretaker, the person holding everything together. But cancer has a way of humbling you. There were moments when I felt overwhelmed, scared, and em

We are proud to share that Dance for the Cure was selected as a recipient of a $5,000 microgrant from the Sumas Family Foundation’s “YOU CHOOSE. We Give.” program, an initiative of Village Super Market, the company behind many ShopRite stores. The award came as a surprise to Dance for the Cure co-founder Kathleen Cirioli, who shared: “It was such an unexpected surprise and honor to answer my phone and be notified that DFC was the recipient of a $5,000 grant from the Sumas F

As December came to a close, so did our 30 Days of Thankfulness  campaign, a month-long tribute to the businesses that help make Dance for the Cure’s mission possible. Throughout the campaign, we highlighted 50 local businesses  who have supported our work by donating prizes, products, and services that help fuel our fundraising efforts. Their generosity directly benefits breast cancer patients in Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, and Somerset counties, providing financial relief

If you’ve ever stepped into Basket Central, Dance for the Cure's warehouse where the "Basket Genies" create the fabulous raffle baskets for our annual fundraiser, chances are you’ve seen Maureen Brown and Betsy Maza quietly working behind the scenes. The two friends started volunteering together three years ago, but Maureen’s connection to Dance for the Cure goes back even further. Maureen first got involved about eight years ago by helping her sister, Arleen Kornbluth, wit

On October 14, 2025, Dance for the Cure was honored to be among eight local non-profit organizations awarded grants through the Hillsborough Rewards Program . The ceremony took place during the Township Committee Meeting, where Mayor John Ciccarelli presented ceremonial checks to representatives of each organization. Dance for the Cure received $535 through the program in appreciation of the organization’s work supporting breast cancer patients in financial need across Hunte

Dance for the Cure co-founder, Joanne Liscovitz (center), receives a check from the Banfield Family Foundation at Ribbons of Hope 2025. At Dance for the Cure , we often say our work is powered by community. That includes the patients we help, the volunteers who give their time, and the donors who make it all possible. Among them, the Banfield Family Foundation stands out, not only as a generous supporter, but as our most generous donor. Their partnership has had a direct and