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Dear Jazz4PCA® Supporter:
Our Team sincerely extends its heartfelt thanks for your continued support and vested interest in Jazz for Prostate Cancer Awareness®.
Our 2022 calendar of health awareness advocacy, within our Tristate area ,was one of our most productive year to date -- from providing jazz and wellness information to community events to receiving prestigious awards in recognition for community outreach!
As 1Q2023 of the New Year concludes, let us take a pause to share Jazz4PCA's impact had on the efforts to eradicate prostate cancer, and the provision of free cancer screening services to those in need.
We look forward to our continued mission in converting all impacted by this disease into "cancer conquerors" through awareness, testing, and advocacy.
We are sincerely grateful for all of you -- our partners, sponsors, supporters, and contributors!
Because of you, we celebrate our achievements with you!
Thank you and enjoy!
Ralph Stowe
President & CEO
Jazz4PCA
"Raising Awareness with Jazz!"
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The mission of Jazz4PCA® is to advocate for men’s wellness by supplying accurate information about prostate cancer, securing
access to free or low-cost screenings while increasing exposure to live jazz music.
We pursue our mission through two main program areas:
- Developing and hosting prostate cancer awareness events; and
- Partnering with community health care organizations to do the same.
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"I’m a prostate cancer survivor and a ‘conqueror’ because unawareness kills"
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The Russ Berrie Making a Difference Award recognizes New Jersey’s most exceptional unsung heroes each year for remarkable work transforming their communities.
This year saw a record number of outstanding individuals nominated for the award, from every part of New Jersey, all age groups, and reflecting the diversity of our state. We know each person nominated has committed a tremendous amount of time and effort in service to others.
Your name will be listed on our “Wall of Honor” in the 2022 video presentation that will be posted on our website following the May 6 Award Ceremony. You will also receive a Certificate of Recognition in the mail in late May.
Thank you for making a difference.
With gratitude,
The Russ Berrie Making a Difference Award Team
Congratulations, Jazz4PCA!
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Congratulations! NJBIZ is pleased to recognize Jazz for Prostate Cancer Awareness as one of our 2022 HEALTHCARE HEROES in the Education Hero category! This program recognizes individuals and organizations making a significant impact on the quality of Health Care in New Jersey. | | |
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"It is with great pleasure and honor to share that you (Jazz4PCA) have been selected for the “Community Education Champion” by the Rutgers Cancer Health Equity Center of Excellence. Your time and dedication to the Centers mission have been exceptional. We look forward to your continued involvements and contributions.
Thank you again for your service, time, and commitment to this important mission."
Anita Kinney, PhD, RN, FAAN, FABMR
Professor, Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology
School of Public Health
Director, Cancer Health Equity Center of Excellence
Associate Director for Population Science and Community Outreach
Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey
Director, ScreenNJ: screennj.org
Rutgers University
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Honorees of the New Jersey State Governor's Volunteerism Award (formerly Jefferson Awards) achieve measurable community impact and represent outstanding acts of public service, without the expectation of recognition or compensation.
Recipients demonstrate unique vision, dedication and tenacity of heroic proportion and serve as inspiration to others.
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January 30th
Thanks to Wayne Morgan and Tula Yoga for their advocacy and generous donation.
Location: Tula Yoga
1212 State Route 34 Ste 27, Aberdeen, NJ 07747
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February 28th
New Jersey Devils-Jazz4PCA Black History Month Game
Game: NJ Devils vs. VAN Canucks
The New Jersey Devils hockey team and the Jazz For Prostate Cancer Awareness® (Jazz4PCA) non-profit organization partnered in an effort to raise awareness about prostate cancer. A special pregame event included performances by Mark Gross with the George Wein Scholars and Jazz For Teens Ensembles from the Arts Education programs at NJPAC. By the way, the NJ Devils won!
A special thanks to Kevin Orcel (Manager, NJ Devils Youth Foundation) and the NJ Devils Organization for the invitation, contributions, and partnership!
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3/3/22 - Dissertation Interview with UK's Alphonso Archer: How Do Black Men Use Recorded Music/Song Choices To Process The Impact Of Their Treatment For Prostate Cancer?
Jazz4PCA is pleased to partner with Alphonso's mission in using Music Therapy to advance Prostate Cancer treatment.
Alphonso Archer's info
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3/15/22 - Podcast Interview with
Charles McPherson
Ralph sat with master saxophonist and legend, Charles McPherson, for an intimate discussion on his life, career, and family.
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June
Jazz4PCA successfully performed for NYTS' "Jazz in The City" event.
Jazz4PCA contributed to the success of this event by having its Board Member and vocalist extraordinaire, Dianne Tam, perform with assist from her son, Kenny, on the keys.
The Brooklyn community was enraptured by Dianne's vocal styling which succinctly captured the essence of the theme, "Jazz in the City."
NYTS website
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8/6/22 - Providence Healthcare Diagnostics' Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
"We are so grateful to Jazz4PCA for helping to ensure the success of the day's event:
· Mayor Keith S. Balla. Your availability, graciousness and hospitality are award-winning. Thanks for welcoming us to the borough!
· Kevin Orcel, the New Jersey Devils - Thanks for your hospitality and generosity. It's a pleasure doing business with you.
· Evelyn Fuentes and Lorian Wilson, Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey - You are wellness champions. Thanks for your advocacy and community support.
· Ralph and Flora Stowe, Jazz for Prostate Cancer Awareness - Thanks for the invaluable work you do across the tri-state. We are delighted to be your partner in advocating for men's wellness.
· The Watchung Rescue Squad - YOU ROCK! Congratulations, Denise, on winning the NJ Devils tickets. Enjoy and send us some pics!
· DJ Isaiah and Nikki: The weather was hot, but your music cooled our spirits. Thanks for putting some pep in our steps!"
-Naomie Dorilas,
President & CEO, Providence Healthcare Diagnostics
Pictured (left to right):
Walee (VP, Business Development),
Keith Balla (Mayor of Watchung), and
Ralph Stowe (CEO, Jazz4PCA)
DJ Isaiah was on the ones and twos!
Providence Healthcare Diagnostics' website
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9/17/22 - RISE Latino Festival
Time spent at the RISE Latin Festival was fun and productive! The Latin jazz band we brought in to represent Jazz4PCA was awesome! Nicki Denner and her band was fantastic! And at our vendor table, we spoke to many about awareness and collected many names for future connections! Great day!
More info on RISE Latino Festival
Nicki Denner's info
Location: Hightstown High School, Hightstown, NJ
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9/17/22 - Giving One Tenth
Jazz4PCA, featuring gospel vocalist Dianne Tam and son Kenneth Tam (pianist), performed. This garden tour community outreach was graciously hosted by Charmaine LaFortune!
Location: Newark, NJ
Giving One Tenth Community Garden's website
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10/1/22 - Rutgers' Hall of Fame Scholarship/Fundraiser gala
Charisa The Violin Diva and the Prest4Time band represented Jazz4PCA well at Rutgers' Hall of Fame Scholarship and Fundraiser gala! All for a great cause!
Location: Hyatt Regency, New Brunswick, NJ
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10/26/22 - Kinney Community Garden
Karen Maynard (vocalist) and Marcelo Cardozo (guitarist) shared their brilliance represented Jazz4PCA at Rutgers' Food Pantry in Newark. Great job well done!
Location: Newark, NJ
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10/26/22 - Program for Parents' Legends and Leaders Gala
"The Violin Diva was outstanding! Have a great day."
Diane Anglin
Assistant to the CEO
Programs for Parents, Inc.
Location: Valley Regency, Clifton NJ
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10/14/22 - Rutgers Symposium
Rutgers School of Health Professions (SHP) Research & Scholarship Symposium recognizes and emphasizes the importance of research and scholarship conducted within our School.
Location: Heldrich Hotel, New Brunswick, NJ
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Jazz4PCA's Dr. Charles Senteio and Ralph Stowe served as panelists. | | |
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12/8/22 - World AIDS Day
Jazz4PCA provided live music and prostate cancer advocacy at World AIDS Day in Queens.
Location: Jamaica Arts Center, Queens NY
LA Blacksmith, saxophonist/vocalist, featured.
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Jazz4PCA in Community - 2022 | | |
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PO Box 246, Parlin, NJ 08859
732-698-9075
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