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Ribbons of Hope 2025 Wrap-Up
On October 23rd, a full house of 500 guests gathered at the Bridgewater Marriott for Dance for the Cure’s annual Ribbons of Hope fundraiser—and the energy in the room said it all. This event has become a cherished tradition in our October campaign, and this year didn’t disappoint. The highlight of the evening was the ever-popular basket raffle. This year, 211 baskets were created by our dedicated “Basket Genies,” using prizes generously donated by local businesses and suppor

Dance for the Cure
Nov 101 min read


2025 Proclamations Honor Dance for the Cure
Each October, as towns across New Jersey turn pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dance for the Cure (DFC) is reminded of the wonderful support we receive from our local communities. In 2025, that support came in the form of official proclamations from several townships, recognizing and commending our mission to support breast cancer patients in financial need throughout Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, and Somerset counties. We are honored to have received proclamations fro

Dance for the Cure
Oct 161 min read


Tie the Town Pink 2025
Each October, Dance for the Cure brings breast cancer awareness to the center of our communities. Through Tie the Town Pink , township partners place beautiful pink ribbons across municipal properties, wrapped around trees and along railings, so residents see a visible reminder of care and support the moment they enter the grounds. This year, the effort reached farther than ever with 54 towns participating. A ribbon on public grounds begins conversations. Neighbors ask who’s

Dance for the Cure
Oct 162 min read


Pink Bow Project 2025
All October long, storefronts across Hillsborough, Flemington, Martinsville, Raritan, and Somerville will be dressed in bright pink bows with a meaningful purpose. Dance for the Cure’s Pink Bow Project brings volunteers and local businesses together to spotlight Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to share our mission: providing financial assistance to local breast cancer patients. The Pink Bow Project is a community effort by Dance for the Cure volunteers who hand-make large

Dance for the Cure
Oct 92 min read


A Labor of Love (and Tulle!)
When Dance for the Cure co-founder Joanne Liscovitz asked volunteer Lory Hughes if she’d be up for creating new centerpieces for this...

Dance for the Cure
Sep 61 min read


Dance for the Cure Joins Hillsborough’s National Night Out
On Tuesday, August 5, Dance for the Cure (DFC) proudly participated in Hillsborough’s 3rd annual National Night Out, held at Mountain...

Dance for the Cure
Sep 61 min read


Dance for the Cure Volunteers Enjoy a Day at the Somerset Patriots Game
On Sunday, August 24, 2025, Dance for the Cur e (DFC) volunteers and their families enjoyed an afternoon of baseball at TD Bank Ballpark...

Dance for the Cure
Aug 282 min read


A Sea of Pink: The Pink Ribbon Tribute Arrives in Hillsborough
On April 1, the area around the Blue Star Memorial Garden at the Hillsborough Municipal Complex (379 South Branch Rd) was transformed...

Dance for the Cure
Apr 12 min read


Gatsby Salon Raises Record-Breaking Funds for Dance for the Cure
Dance for the Cure is proud to recognize Gatsby Salon in Green Brook, NJ, for their incredible generosity and ongoing support. Led by...

Dance for the Cure
Jan 61 min read


Celebrating Community Support
Dance for the Cure’s 2024 Proclamations October has always been a significant month for Dance for the Cure, a time when our community...

Dance for the Cure
Jan 63 min read


Dance for the Cure Wins 1st Place at Hillsborough Scarecrow Contest
In an exciting October event, Dance for the Cure (DFC) was awarded the top prize at the Hillsborough Scarecrow Contest, taking home the...

Dance for the Cure
Nov 14, 20242 min read


DFC at National Night Out!
Dance for the Cure had a great time at Hillsborough’s National Night Out on September 10th! The weather was perfect, and our bright pink...

Dance for the Cure
Sep 19, 20241 min read


Dance for the Cure Makes a Splash at Paddle for Pink
It was our first time at this awesome event, and we were super excited to set up our bright pink DFC tent in the Breast Cancer “Village.”...

Dance for the Cure
Jun 17, 20242 min read


DFC Co-Founders Recognized by NJ Governor and US Congress
At Dance for the Cure's annual fundraiser, Ribbons of Hope 2023, DFC co-founders Kathleen Cirioli and Joanne Liscovitz received ...

Dance for the Cure
Jan 3, 20242 min read


DFC Receives 2023 Proclamation from Warren Township, NJ
Dance for the Cure received a Proclamation from Mayor Gary P. DiNardo of Warren and the Township Committee proclaiming the month of...

Dance for the Cure
Nov 19, 20231 min read


DFC receives 2023 Proclamation from Highland Park, NJ
Below is the text of the Proclamation by Mayor Elsie Foster Read at the Mayor and Council meeting Tuesday October 10, 2023 WHEREAS,...

Dance for the Cure
Nov 19, 20232 min read


Dance for the Cure Wraps Up Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This October, Dance for the Cure celebrated our 17th annual Ribbons of Hope fundraiser at the Bridgewater Marriott, in Bridgewater, NJ—a...

Dance for the Cure
Nov 13, 20232 min read


ContainerPort Group's Pink Chassis Roll Out Hope with Every Mile
When it comes to corporate social responsibility, some companies make statements, and others move mountains. This year, ContainerPort...

Dance for the Cure
Oct 12, 20232 min read


Tie the Town Pink 2023
Since 2016, our community and neighboring towns have embraced Dance for the Cure's "Tie the Town Pink" initiative, marking October with a...

Dance for the Cure
Oct 9, 20231 min read


Pink Bow Project 2023
Each year, in our commitment to breast cancer awareness, Dance for the Cure launches the "Pink Bow Project." As a part of this...

Dance for the Cure
Oct 4, 20231 min read
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