EVENING HIGHLIGHTS:
Sit-down dinner, cash bar, and a basket raffle.
SCHEDULE (approximate):
– 6:30-7:00 PM: Basket browsing
– 7:00 PM: Welcome
– 7:30 PM: Dinner
– 8:30 PM: Deadline for final ticket entry, dessert
– 8:45 PM: Announcement of prize winners
BASKET RAFFLE PACKAGES:
– Diamond Package: $100 Combo (3 white and 2 pink sheets)
– Ruby Package: $50 Combo (1 white and 2 pink sheets)
– White Package: $100 (4 white sheets)
– Pink Package: $50 (4 pink sheets)
– Single White Sheet: $30
– Single Pink Sheet: $15
– 50/50 Tickets: $10 per strip (cash only)
– Gift Cards: Donate a gift card valued at $10 or more to be entered into a drawing to win free admission to Ribbons of Hope 2027.
ON-SITE PAYMENT OPTIONS:
– Cash or check (preferred to avoid processing fees)
– Credit card (fees apply)
Reservations Now Open Ribbons of Hope 2026 October 22nd!
Bridgewater Marriott
700 Commons Way, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Ribbons of Hope (ROH) is Dance for the Cure's largest annual fundraiser, held every October in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month at the Bridgewater Marriott in Bridgewater, NJ. The event features one of the most impressive basket raffles in the tri-state area, alongside a sit-down dinner and a 50/50 raffle. Each year, over 500 supporters dressed in every shade of pink come together for a memorable evening.
Proceeds from Ribbons of Hope go to assisting local breast cancer patients facing financial hardship due to their diagnosis. Generous donors from across the region contribute items for the basket raffle, and businesses and individuals provide funds, all of which make a meaningful difference. Dance for the Cure's dedicated volunteer team works tirelessly to ensure an unforgettable event that helps local women through their cancer journey.
Support a Basket – Donate an Item
Every year, more than 200 incredible baskets are created for our Ribbons of Hope fundraiser—the centerpiece of the event. These one-of-a-kind baskets are crafted by our amazing team of volunteers, lovingly known as the Basket Genies.
This year, while all the Genies are hard at work behind the scenes, a few have gone the extra step to make it even easier for you to help. The Genies below have created Amazon Wishlists, allowing you to donate a specific item that will go directly into a basket in progress.
It’s a simple and meaningful way to be part of the Ribbons of Hope effort. All donors will be recognized in our event program and will receive a thank you letter noting that your donation is tax-deductible.
Behind the Scenes of Ribbons of Hope
"What we do for ourselves dies with us—what we do for others remains and is immortal."
Albert Pike
Chrissy Primiano (1968 - 2014), DFC recipient, sings a heartfelt song of thanks at Dance for the Cure's 2012 charity fundraiser, Ribbons of Hope.
Please enjoy these select photos from Ribbons of Hope 2025 from our amazing ROH event photographer, Brielle Kaschak, who donated her time and talent to DFC for the third year in a row! To see Brielle's entire ROH photo gallery, please visit Ribbons of Hope 2025 Photo Gallery.