Press Release
2026-05-06
CancerCare® to Host 38th Annual Festival of Hope Gala on May 13, 2026
CancerCare®, the leading national nonprofit organization providing free, professional support services to anyone affected by cancer, proudly announces the 38th Annual Festival of Hope Gala to take place on Wednesday, May 13, at The Park Savoy in Florham Park, New Jersey. This year’s gala will honor Biolumina with the Dorothy Schachne Corporate Achievement Award.
“The Festival of Hope Gala is a powerful reminder of what we can accomplish together for people affected by cancer,” said Christine Verini, CEO of CancerCare. “We are proud to recognize the partners and supporters who help us provide free, professional support services to anyone navigating the challenges of a cancer diagnosis. We are especially grateful for Biolumina’s continued commitment to our mission.”
CancerCare is proud to present Biolumina with the 2026 Dorothy Schachne Corporate Achievement Award. As a valued partner, Biolumina has played an important role in supporting CancerCare's mission and sustaining the vital programs and services that benefit people with cancer, caregivers, survivors and the bereaved.
“We are incredibly honored to be recognized by CancerCare at the Festival of Hope Gala for our commitment to the oncology community,” said Kirsten A. Kantak, CEO, Biolumina. “As The Anti-Cancer Agency, we believe in the power of curiosity to drive meaningful change and to help improve the lives of people affected by cancer. Our partnership with CancerCare reflects a shared belief that supporting patients and their families goes beyond medicine alone. We are proud to stand alongside an organization that brings compassion, resources and hope to those navigating the cancer journey every day.”
CancerCare extends its heartfelt thanks to all sponsors of this year’s gala, including Presenting Sponsor Biolumina, Patron Sponsors Gilead, Merck and Pfizer and Contributor Sponsor Johnson & Johnson and to the families and individual contributors who stand with us in our mission to provide emotional, practical and financial support to people impacted by cancer.
Learn more about the 2026 Festival of Hope Gala and how you can support or participate our annual event.
About CancerCare®
For over 80 years, CancerCare has empowered millions of people affected by cancer through free counseling, support groups, educational resources, advocacy, and financial assistance. Our oncology social workers improve the lives of people diagnosed with cancer, caregivers, survivors and the bereaved by addressing their emotional, practical and financial challenges. Learn more at www.cancercare.org.
About Biolumina
Biolumina is a full-service marketing and communications agency that partners with biopharmaceutical companies to bring therapies and innovations to life. We develop strategic, scientific, and creative solutions that educate healthcare professionals, activate and empower patients and caregivers, and support more informed, shared decision-making. Guided by our belief that curiosity builds change, we uncover deeper insights to create work that drives meaningful progress in how health and treatment are understood and navigated. Biolumina is part of Omnicom Health.