Join us as we unite as a community in hope and light for all impacted by cancer. The Tree of Hope lighting is a moment to honor the cancer journey and reflect on the courage, strength and resilience of those it has touched. During this season of deep reflection, let us celebrate the power of community, togetherness and healing.
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Join us for a special evening of holiday festivities — music, refreshments, crafts, horse-drawn carriage rides, photos with Santa — highlighted by a dazzling light display as we illuminate our tree and gardens in a moment of hope and healing.
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David Berndt Inspirational Fund at Roswell Park
Our candle-lighting ceremony is made possible by an inspirational fund established by the Alliance Foundation to remember former Roswell Park employee and patient David Berndt.
One of David’s favorite events at Roswell was the Tree of Hope, both for the festivities of the Holidays but also for the symbol of hope for cancer patients that the tree lighting represented. In an effort to keep David’s memory alive in a meaningful way the employees at Roswell have established the David Berndt inspirational fund within the Roswell Park Alliance Foundation. Donations received in David’s memory will be earmarked to this special donation account in his name.
It is planned that each year going forward the candle lighting ceremony at the Tree of Hope which features a moment of silence for those lost to cancer and prayers for those on a cancer journey, will be sponsored by the David Berndt inspirational fund as indicated on the candle holders. A meaningful symbol of a hope for a future without cancer. Please follow the link below if you would like to make a donation in memory of David to this inspirational fund.
Wreath of Hope contest
Participate in the annual Wreath of Hope contest to be entered for a chance to win an iPad Pro!
- Create a Wreath of Hope with your family or friends
- Your work-of-art can be anything from a paper plate drawing to a traditional evergreen wreath decorated with meaningful items
- Need some inspiration? Check out these cool ideas for your wreath!
- Submit a photo of your Wreath of Hope to be entered for a chance to win an iPad Pro
Submissions will close on Wednesday, December 7, at 12:00 p.m. Submit your photo today!
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*Employees of Roswell Park and WGRZ are not eligible to win this contest.
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