DFC Volunteers

I enjoy volunteering because I feels it’s a way of giving back.

Dr. Deb has been on the team since 1999 and continues to solicit and spread the word!

As a three time cancer survivor, I want to give back and to return the kindness and love that I received when I needed it most.

Is a Basket Genie whose motto is bigger is better, more is more!

​

Jenny came onboard through her affiliation as a dancer at Kathleen's studio for over 30 years and now is happy to help in any way she can.

Andrea, a breast cancer survivor, is happy to be helping out with the Pink Bow Project Team and various Behind the Scenes projects.

Although I have a wonderful family and amazing friends, along with a job that I love, I feel like I have more to give. I am here to offer my time and anything else I can to help whomever I can.

Teresa helps with the Pink Box Project and soliciting donations.

It was an easy decision to support the tireless organizers of Dance for the Cure.

Victoria is a former DFC Lyrical dancer and supports our organization whenever called upon for various projects.

Lynn designed, built and manages the DFC website, blog and social media accounts. She creates our brand assets, digital, and print publications, including The Pink Press quarterly newsletter.

Community outreach, soliciting donations, event set up

Executive Assistant to Co-Founder Joanne Liscovitz, certificate maker extraordinaire, Tie the Town Pink and donee coordinator.

CEO/1st VP in charge of basket making with expertise in bling, sparkle and girly girl.

Cassie is a former Lyrical dancer, and always ready with enthusiasm and a smile. The Pink Bow Project is one of her specialties.

Joining the team to help find a cure for breast cancer will be an honor & a privilege

​

I am happy to give my time to Dance For The Cure to honor my friends and family fighting to beat cancer and others who are its brave survivors.

It’s so rewarding to volunteer with DFTC to raise awareness of breast cancer and raise money to help those affected. I enjoy making and distributing the pink bows every year.

​

Former lyrical dancer, set up at basket central, day of, break down

It's my privilege to volunteer for "Dance for the Cure/Ribbons of Hope", as it is a very worthwhile Women's Health charity. I'll continue to support and help as many patients as possible.

I volunteer for DFC because I love that all of the money raised goes to the patients. I enjoy connecting with patients and playing a small role in such a wonderful organization.

I was inspired to volunteer for Dance for the Cure after attending Ribbons of Hope 2021 in support of my niece, Rosalinda Giles.

Brings her creative style and sense of humor to enhance the vibe at basket central. She is a solicitor extraordinaire!

I have several friends that have had and currently have breast cancer. It's a cause that is dear to me and I would like to help raise money for these incredibly strong women in any way I can.

I love how committed DFC is to helping women as they navigate through their cancer journey.

In 2022 I was diagnosed with early stage breast cancer, and saw firsthand what breast cancer patients go through. If I can give back as I navigate my post-cancer normal it will make me feel complete!

Rosa is a valuable volunteer and recently held a fundraiser on Face Book for Dance for the Cure.

Queen of Basket Central organization! Donations, inventory and of course mega basket building talents and Tying the Town Pink.

I've been one of Kathleen’s tap dancers for over 20 years and have attend Ribbons of Hope. I have friends and family affected by breast cancer and am happy to help and give back to others.

These people touched my heart in many ways – so I want to be that for someone else. Volunteers with the Pink Bow Project

Behind the scenes-soliciting for donations and Pink Bow Project

Breast cancer has affected my family, so I am happy to be able to contribute my time and talent for a cause that is so personal to me.

A former lyrical dancer, Tara assists Behind the Scenes with projects at Basket Central, event set up and night of tasks.

Helps behind the scenes from setting up at basket central and Ribbons of Hope to Tying the Town Pink.

Deanna has been an active participant for Dance for the Cure for the past 16 years.

Making a huge impact with her creativity, warm demeanor, and winning smile and soliciting efforts.

Judy is the ultimate worker bee, fueled by Tootsie Rolls and coffee, creating and building extraordinary baskets, and managing the many details of Ribbons of Hope from Basket Central to the Marriott.

I’ve known many in my life who’ve suffered from breast cancer and this is my way of honoring their fight, and paying tribute to them.

I got introduced to Dance For the Cure by my cousin Linda and can't wait to be part of an amazing cause helping so many women and their families.

Loves volunteering, soliciting donations and proud to be part of such a great group of strong women.

Janet is pleased to be part of the DFC Volunteer team and is willing to help wherever and whenever needed.

Barbara volunteers creating and distributing bows for our Pink Bow Project and is willing to help wherever she is needed.

I am inspired by everyone involved in Dance for the Cure and happy to contribute to this great organization.

Teri sprinkles a little glitter wherever she goes, one amazing basket at a time and helps with the Tie the Town Pink Project.

Head cheerleader and gal Friday! “Tell me what you need me to do” Brooke also helps with the Pink Bow Project.

Happy to be a full fledged Basket Genie. I always planned on volunteering when I retired.

"Jack of all Trades". I am willing to help wherever needed.

I’ve been a ‘Ribbons of Hope’ attendee (and winner) for years and thought it was time to see how all the magic happens and get involved!

I realized the effect a cancer diagnosis can have on a person after my son was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. I built a Shrine of St Peregrine in his honor and for all cancer patients, survivors & loved ones. 

A former Kathleen of Academy dancer, Gina came on board for the Pink Bow Project as she was looking for an organization where she could help others.

I lost a dear friend to Metastatic Breast Cancer and she was very involved with DFC, I would like to continue on her path to raise awareness and to help those affected.

A recent addition to the team, Anne has always had a flare for creativity, but learning new tricks from some of the best at ROH.

Debbie has been involved with DFC from the beginning assisting Behind the Scenes with Bow Making, and more.

I was inspired to volunteer after attending my first DFC in 2021. It is an honor to be a part of this wonderful organization that provides so much help and support to women and their families.

Having had breast cancer myself so many years ago, I would like to be a part of an organization that supports women going through the cancer experience.

Helping where I can to a cause I care about is what made me do my part with Dance for the Cure. The fact that they help local women and their families is so important to me

Giuliana has been putting her copywriting skills to work writing articles and blog posts for DFC.

I've been very inspired by Miss Kathleen, Miss Joanne, and my fellow Adult Tap students, so was happy for the opportunity to join them in support of DFC and the Pink Bow Project.

Enjoys tap dancing with her teacher, "Miss Kathleen Cirioli" while also supporting DFC and dressing up the town in Pink Bows

After being diagnosed with breast cancer and going through my own journey, I’m ready to give back and be a part of this great organization.

I was inspired to become a volunteer at DFC by my wonderful friend and co-bowler Marsha. I helped with the 2024 Pink Bow Project and decided it was time for me, since I am a breast cancer survivor, to donate my time to this great cause.

Just like her mom Rosa, Julia volunteers with our Pink Bow Project and Goody Bags while also working on her Girl Scout Silver Award.

The guiding force for all things “baskets.” Laid the foundation for the definition of the WOW factor.

After attending Ribbons of Hope for the first time it made me want to be part of such a wonderful organization and help give back to woman that are dealing with this terrible disease.

Joanne enjoys helping with Ribbons of Hope and working with the amazing team of volunteers.

I find it an honor to contribute my time to such an honorable cause during Breast Cancer Awareness Month