DFC Volunteers
Dance for the Cure volunteers help in a variety of ways undertaking many jobs that arise both simple and complex. These include working on the Pink Bow Project by helping to create and distribute bows to local businesses for the month of October, assembly line gathering to fill Goody Bags for our annual Ribbons of Hope event, implementing ideas for local fundraisers, holding their own fundraiser with proceeds to DFC, assisting with mailings, and generally jumping onboard and supporting Dance for the Cure by promoting this organization to their family and friends. We welcome you as we can always use an extra pair of hands if you have some time to give.
Our Ribbons of Hope volunteers are passionate and committed to making our annual fundraiser a smashing success. Our efforts are concentrated from July through October, with most of the work at “Basket Central”—the venue where we build our gorgeous baskets for our fundraiser—happening between mid-August until the date of our event in October. If you have a few hours a week to help, we can put you to work, and you’ll make lasting friends while making a difference in the lives of people in our community who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Some of our volunteers are breast cancer survivors themselves.
We honor them with a ribbon badge!
Evelyn Anderson
Behind the Scenes
Mother of 2 daughters and a wife and I'm very big on family. I have great beliefs in serving the Lord. I love helping people, and I enjoy organizing and cooking.
Debbie Beiter
Behind the Scenes
Dr. Deb has been on the team since 1999 and continues to solicit and spread the word!
Deanna Cannatelli
Basket Creation
Fundraiser Team Leader. Enhances our team at BC by soliciting, building baskets and spreading the word in our community.
Linda Colatriano
Behind the Scenes
New to DFC/ROH but making a huge impact with her creativity, warm demeanor, and winning smile.
Judy Craven
Basket Creation
Judy is the ultimate worker bee, fueled by Tootsie Rolls and coffee, creating and building extraordinary baskets.
Andrea Doyle
Pink Bows
Andrea is looking forward to helping out in various ways and will join the Pink Bow Project Team.
Teresa Foti
Soliciting Donations
Teresa helps at Basket Central as well as in soliciting donations.
Victoria Gagliardi-Rossi
Pink Bows, Goody Bags
Victoria is a DFC Lyrical dancer and supports our organization whenever called upon for various projects.
Fran Green
Pink Bows, Behind the Scenes
I am inspired by everyone involved in Dance for the Cure and happy to contribute to this great organization.
Teri Halvorson
Basket Creation
Teri sprinkles a little glitter wherever she goes, one amazing basket at a time!
Brooke Herbst
Soliciting Donations, Pink Bows
Head cheerleader and gal Friday! “Tell me what you need me to do” Brooke also helps with the Pink Bow Project.
Arleen Kornbluth
Basket Creation
CEO/1st VP in charge of basket making with expertise in bling, sparkle and girly girl.
Maggie Krick
Pink Bows, Behind the Scenes
Former Lyrical dancer mom, willing to lend a helping hand and positive spirit.
Trish Liska
Behind the Scenes
Trish is the mastermind behind our the beautiful centerpieces at Ribbons of Hope
Annamarie Masler
Basket Creation, Goody Bags
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 Melick
Behind the Scenes, Pink Bows
Debbie has been involved with DFC from the beginning assisting Behind the Scenes, with Goodie Bags, Bow Making, and more.
Rosanna Morlando
Pink Bows
Rosanna enjoys helping women who are going through breast cancer in any way she can.
Terry Oxford
Basket Creation
Fundraising Team Leader. Brings her creative style and sense of humor to enhance the vibe at basket central.
Sofia Salonna
Pink Bows
Sofia participates in The Pink Bow project in October during Breast Cancer Awareness month
Rosa Sauers
Pink Bows, Behind the Scenes
Rosa is a valuable volunteer and recently held a fundraiser on Face Book for Dance for the Cure.
Lisa Scalera
Basket Creation
Queen of Basket Central organization! Donations, inventory and of course mega basket building talents.
Darlene Sterritt
Basket Creation
Basket Genie, the guiding force for all things “baskets.” Laid the foundation for the definition of the WOW factor.
Gayle Underwood
Behind the Scenes
Behind the scenes-centerpieces and soliciting donations
Janet Winters
Pink Bow Project
Janet is pleased to be part of the DFC Volunteer team and is willing to help wherever and whenever needed.
Tara Baldwin
Behind the Scenes, Pink Bows
A former lyrical dancer, Tara assists Behind the Scenes with projects at Basket Central, Goodie Bags, event set up and more.
Linda Bozzo
Social Team
Helps behind the scenes from Facebook and Instagram to setting up at basket central and Ribbons of Hope.
Donna Cease
Basket Creation
Is a Basket Genie whose motto is bigger is better, more is more!
Darlene Conway
Behind the Scenes
Community minded team player spreads the word about DFC and the important work we do.
Christine DeMartin
Soliciting Donations, Pink Bows
Gathering amazing prize donations from her efforts of online soliciting.
Susan Foti
Behind the Scenes, Pink Bows
Loves volunteering, soliciting donations and proud to be part of such a great group of strong women.
Barbara Gagliardi
Pink Bows, Goody Bags
Barbara volunteers creating and distributing bows for our Pink Bow Project, fills goody bags, and is willing to help wherever she is needed.
Rosalinda Giles
Soliciting Donations
Linda joined the team in 2019. She solicits donations and helps wherever she is needed.
Lynn Grillo
Social Team
Lynn created & manages our website, brand assets, and digital and print publications
Jacqueline Haren
Soliciting Donations
Community outreach, soliciting donations, event set up
Danielle Hughes
Behind the Scenes
Behind the scenes and mask maker extraordinaire!
Karen Kozarski
Pink Bows, Behind the Scenes
"Jack of all Trades". I am willing to help wherever needed.
Cassie Krick
Pink Bows, Behind the Scenes, Social Team
Cassie is a former Lyrical dancer, and always ready with enthusiasm and a smile. The Pink Bow Project is one of her specialties.
Stephanie Mardekian
Pink Bows, Behind the Scenes
Stephanie volunteers with the Pink Bow Project and is ready to help in any way she can.
Shannon Melick
Basket Creation, Pink Bows
Learned basket making from Darlene, now a basket maker extraordinaire! Also helps with the Pink Bow Project.
Meredith Mian
Behind the Scenes
Former lyrical dancer, set up at basket central, day of, break down
Figen Muftuoghe
Behind the Scenes, Pink Bows
Figen is involved in so many ways including the Pink Bow Project, Goody Bags and more.
Barbara Porter
Pink Bows, Goody Bags
Enjoys tap dancing with her teacher, "Miss Kathleen Cirioli" while also supporting DFC with Goody Bag donations and dressing up the town in Pink Bows
Robyn Salonna
Pink Bows
Robyn participates in The Pink Bow project in October during Breast Cancer Awareness month
Julia Sauers
Pink Bows, Goody Bags
Just like her mom Rosa, Julia volunteers with our Pink Bow Project and Goody Bags while also working on her Girl Scout Silver Award.
Nancy Shedlock
Behind the Scenes
Nance helps with soliciting donations and setting up at Basket Central
Jessica Tallman
Social Team
Former lyrical dancer, social media, ROH event photography and helping hand.
Peggy Whelan
Behind the Scenes
Behind the scenes-soliciting for donations.
Ribbons of Hope Volunteers:
Anthony Cannatelli
Christopher Cannatelli
Nancy Ciacciarelli
Bob Cibulskis
Marie Confroy
Keith Craven
Lynn DelPaoli
Alyssa Goldstein
Sydney Goldstein
Paul Goldstein
Joe Grillo
Tom Halvorson
Andrew Haren
Don Haren
Michael Liscovitz
Assad Mian
Alex Pisani
Alexandra Robinson
Robin Wennogle
Special thanks to:
Audrey Madura
BRHS Cheerleaders
BRHS Key Club
Bridgewater Marriott Staff
Brighton Collectibles, Bridgewater
Coldwell Banker Realty, Hillsborough/Montgomery Office
Donna M. Karlis Memorial Fund
Jack Simonik, Simonik Moving and Storage
Kreations by Anne
Lori Russo
Mian Realty
Olivia Pinciotti, Olivia Grace Productions
Pete Bloom, Catered Affair
Renaissance Salon
The Day Spa at Hair Plus
Tropiano and Son Jewelers