--- title: The Valerie Fund Blog (6) description: (6) --- [![The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/TheValerieFund_November2017/Images/img-logo.png?width=138&height=230&name=img-logo.png "The Valerie Fund")](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/) - [About Us](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/) - [**About Us**](http://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/) - [Mission](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/) - [History](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/our-history/) - [Impact](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/impact/) - [Leadership](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/board/) - [Junior Board](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/our-sponsors/) - [Our Sponsors](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/financials/) - [Financials](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/financials/) - [News](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/news/) - [Blogs](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/) - [Videos](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/videos/) - [Online Newsletters](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/newsletters/) - [Contact Us](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/contacts/) - [What We Do](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/) - [**What We Do**](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/) - [Our Centers](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/our-centers/) - [Our Programs](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/programs-services/) - [Beyond Our Centers](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/beyond-our-centers/) - [Camp Happy Times](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/camp-happy-times/) - [TVF Scholarship](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/tvf-scholarship/) - [Staff Stories](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/staff-stories/) - [Meet Our Valerie Fund Kids](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/meet-our-kids/) - [You Can Help](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/youcanhelp/) - [**You Can Help**](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/youcanhelp/) - [Donate](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/donations/hope-and-healing.php) - [Volunteer](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/youcanhelp/volunteer/) - [Green Light Initiative](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/green-light-initiative/) - [Events and Campaigns](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/) - [Kids Helping Kids](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/youcanhelp/kids-helping-kids/) - [In Lieu of Presents](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/youcanhelp/in-lieu-of-presents/) - [Gift Shop](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/store/) - [Events & Campaigns](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/) - [**All Events & Campaigns**](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/) - [Signature Events](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/signature-events/) - [Community Events](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/community-events/) - [Campaigns](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/campaigns/) - [Past Events](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/past-events/) - [Get Inspired](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/events-campaigns/get-inspired/) - [For Patients & Families](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/for-patients-and-families/) - [**For Patients and Families**](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/for-patients-and-families/) - [Our Centers](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/our-centers/) - [Our Programs](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/programs-services/) - [Beyond Our Centers](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/beyond-our-centers/) - [Camp Happy Times](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/camp-happy-times/) - [TVF Scholarship](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/tvf-scholarship/) - [Other Scholarships](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/tvf-scholarship/other-scholarships/) - [Flashes of Hope](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/for-patients-and-families/flashes-of-hope/) - [Mom2Mom Hotline](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/for-patients-and-families/mom2mom/) - [News](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/news/) - [Contact](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/contacts/) - [Volunteer](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/youcanhelp/volunteer/) ### When Valerie Goldstein lost her battle to cancer at the age of 9, her parents Ed and Sue vowed to help families in similar situations gain easier access to more customized care. [All About the Fund](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/about/) ![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/TheValerieFund_November2017/Images/valerie.png) ![valerie.png](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/TheValerieFund_November2017/Images/valerie.png?width=368&name=valerie.png "valerie.png") ### The Valerie Fund supports comprehensive health care services focusing on psychosocial programs for children with cancer and blood disorders close to home. [About What We Do](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/what-we-do/) ![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/TheValerieFund_November2017/Images/Screen%20Shot%202017-09-05%20at%2011.00.58%20AM.png) ![Screen Shot 2017-09-05 at 11.00.58 AM.png](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/TheValerieFund_November2017/Images/Screen%20Shot%202017-09-05%20at%2011.00.58%20AM.png?width=371&name=Screen%20Shot%202017-09-05%20at%2011.00.58%20AM.png "Screen Shot 2017-09-05 at 11.00.58 AM.png") ### Your participation, time or financial gift ensures that children get everything they need to receive the most effective treatment. [Ways to Help](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/youcanhelp/) ![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/TheValerieFund_November2017/Images/Screen%20Shot%202017-09-05%20at%2011.02.22%20AM.png) ![Screen Shot 2017-09-05 at 11.02.22 AM.png](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hs-fs/hubfs/TheValerieFund_November2017/Images/Screen%20Shot%202017-09-05%20at%2011.02.22%20AM.png?width=370&name=Screen%20Shot%202017-09-05%20at%2011.02.22%20AM.png "Screen Shot 2017-09-05 at 11.02.22 AM.png") ### Our Annual Walk Event Donate or Join a Team [Visit the Walk](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/walk) ### Our unique blend of medical care and emotional counseling gives patients and their families the supportive environment they need during treatment and beyond. [Learn More](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/for-patients-and-families/) ### Our Centers - [Children's Hospital of Phila/Voorhees](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/childrens-hospital-philavoorhees) - [Columbia University Medical Center](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/columbia-university-medical-center) - [Monmouth Medical Center](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/monmouth-medical-center) - [Morristown Medical Center](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/morristown-medical-center) - [Newark Beth Israel Medical Center](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/newark-beth-israel-medical-center) - [Overlook Medical Center](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/overlook-medical-center) - [St. Joseph's Children Hospital](https://www.thevaleriefund.org/st.-josephs-children-hospital) ## Supporting children with cancer and blood disorders since 1976 [![Donate](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/1822020/f5fd0642-8c84-439d-b936-77fbecbe7166.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/1822020/f5fd0642-8c84-439d-b936-77fbecbe7166) # The Valerie Fund Blog   ## [Great Day at the 2021 Valerie Fund Walk & 5K](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/great-day-at-the-2021-valerie-fund-walk-5k) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 10/06/21 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/Valerie%20Fund%20Walk+5K%20Run%20logo%20FINAL.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/great-day-at-the-2021-valerie-fund-walk-5k) The Valerie Fund Walk & 5K is one of our favorite days of the year. It's a magical day where our kids and families get to come together in the spirit of supporting one another as they see their own friends and families coming out for them. The 2021 Walk & 5K was held on September 25th so let's take a quick look back at the day. [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/great-day-at-the-2021-valerie-fund-walk-5k) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/great-day-at-the-2021-valerie-fund-walk-5k#comments-listing) Topics: [interns](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/interns) ## [NJCAR is Driving The Valerie Fund Forward](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/njcar-is-driving-the-valerie-fund-forward) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 09/13/21 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/BLOG%20FB%20Image%20NJCAR-1.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/njcar-is-driving-the-valerie-fund-forward) New Jersey’s neighborhood new car and truck dealerships are partnering with The Valerie Fund to raise $500,000 in 2021 to benefit thousands of children with cancer, sickle cell anemia, and other blood disorders. A special guest star will also help spread the word on what these dealers are doing to help our kids.  [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/njcar-is-driving-the-valerie-fund-forward) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/njcar-is-driving-the-valerie-fund-forward#comments-listing) Topics: [interns](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/interns) ## [Brianna's Journey](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/njcar-is-driving-the-valerie-fund-forward-0) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 08/05/21 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/BLOG%20FB%20Image%20Brianna.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/njcar-is-driving-the-valerie-fund-forward-0) On August 2nd, The Valerie Fund hosted The American Express Golf Tournament at the legendary Baltusrol Golf Club. The highlight of the day was when TVF patient Brianna spoke to the group about how The Valerie Fund affected her life.  [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/njcar-is-driving-the-valerie-fund-forward-0) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/njcar-is-driving-the-valerie-fund-forward-0#comments-listing) Topics: [events](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/events), [patients](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/patients) ## [Introducing Intern Olivia](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/introducing-intern-olivia) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 07/28/21 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/Valerie%20Fund%20Walk+5K%20Run%20logo%20FINAL.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/introducing-intern-olivia) Summer is one of our favorite times at The Valerie Fund because we get to welcome our summer interns. This year we welcome Olivia to learn what goes into preparing events and fundraising in the autumn - even more exciting this year with the Walk & 5K moved to September 25th! Come meet Olivia and find out what brought her to The Valerie Fund. [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/introducing-intern-olivia) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/introducing-intern-olivia#comments-listing) Topics: [interns](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/interns) ## [How to Make Your Walk Team a Superstar](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/how-to-make-your-walk-team-a-superstar) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 07/21/21 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/Valerie%20Fund%20Walk+5K%20Run%20logo%20FINAL.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/how-to-make-your-walk-team-a-superstar) The Valerie Fund Walk & 5K will be on September 25th this year instead of June and it will be a hybrid of in-person and virtual for the first time. One thing that won't be different is the need our kids face and the support your fundraising provides. Does your team need a few pointers on how to hit your Walk fundraising goal? [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/how-to-make-your-walk-team-a-superstar) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/how-to-make-your-walk-team-a-superstar#comments-listing) Topics: [walkathon](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/walkathon), [fundraising](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/fundraising) ## [Introducing Intern Jamie](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/introducing-intern-jamie) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 07/12/21 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/BLOG%20FB%20Image%20MTS%20Randi.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/introducing-intern-jamie) Summer is one of our favorite times at The Valerie Fund because we get to welcome our summer interns. This year we welcome Jamie to learn what goes into preparing events and fundraising in the autumn - even more exciting this year with the Walk & 5K moved to September 25th! Come meet Jamie and find out what brought her to The Valerie Fund. [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/introducing-intern-jamie) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/introducing-intern-jamie#comments-listing) Topics: [interns](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/interns) ## [The Healthcare Heroes of The Valerie Fund: Psychology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/the-healthcare-heroes-of-the-valerie-fund-psychology) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 06/28/21 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/BLOG%20FB%20Image%20LD%20Child%20Life%20Social.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/the-healthcare-heroes-of-the-valerie-fund-psychology) The Valerie Fund Children's Centers are home to many healthcare heroes who support our kids during some of the most difficult times of their lives. These caregivers are experts in a variety of practices. We will be showcasing each service provided in our Children's Centers and hearing from the healthcare providers in their own words what they do for our kids and families. In this installment, we are going to learn about our Psychology specialists.  [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/the-healthcare-heroes-of-the-valerie-fund-psychology) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/the-healthcare-heroes-of-the-valerie-fund-psychology#comments-listing) Topics: [psychologists](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/psychologists), [caregivers](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/caregivers), [centers](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/centers), [learning depots](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/learning-depots) ## [Taking Their Shot with Kids Ice Cancer](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/taking-their-shot-with-kids-ice-cancer) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 06/25/21 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/BLOG%20FB%20Image%20KIC.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/taking-their-shot-with-kids-ice-cancer) Kids Ice Cancer and The Valerie Fund teamed up again in 2021 to score a goal against pediatric cancer in New Jersey. Kids Ice Cancer was founded in 2019 by 16-year-old Andrew Low, who lost loved ones to cancer. Andrew, a junior at the Morristown-Beard School, wanted to combine his love of hockey with his desire to raise money for pediatric cancer charities. He recruited almost 40 kids from the North Jersey area to participate in the Kids Ice Cancer annual hockey game. In the few months leading up to the game, the players all raise money for pediatric cancer.  [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/taking-their-shot-with-kids-ice-cancer) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/taking-their-shot-with-kids-ice-cancer#comments-listing) Topics: [fundraising](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/fundraising), [Kids Ice Cancer](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/kids-ice-cancer) ## [Getting the Most Out of Summer Even With Sickle Cell](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-the-most-out-of-summer-even-with-sickle-cell-0) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 06/14/21 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/BLOG%20FB%20Image%20SCD%20in%20Summer.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-the-most-out-of-summer-even-with-sickle-cell-0) Summer should be about fun and having a good time for kids. They get a break from their routine and schoolwork and can finally relax - enjoy being a kid! However, for those kids battling sickle cell disease, summer brings with it certain risks. We want to share some tips on how to maximize your child's summer enjoyment without risking their health, a possible pain episode, or injury.  [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-the-most-out-of-summer-even-with-sickle-cell-0) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/getting-the-most-out-of-summer-even-with-sickle-cell-0#comments-listing) Topics: [moms](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/moms), [sickle cell](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/sickle-cell), [caregivers](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/caregivers), [hematology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/hematology), [patients](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/patients), [nutrition](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/nutrition) ## [Meet the Staff: Laura Lentini](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/meet-the-staff-laura-lentini) Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on 06/10/21 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/hubfs/BLOG%20FB%20Image%20MTS%20Randi.png)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/meet-the-staff-laura-lentini) The staff of The Valerie Fund help raise the money that support the seven Children's Centers in hospitals across New Jersey, New York City, and metro Philadelphia. Our staff is responsible for working with donors and partners at all levels to fund the services of The Valerie Fund. Get better acquainted with some of the people you may already know and meet some of the new faces behind The Valerie Fund.  [read more »](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/meet-the-staff-laura-lentini) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/meet-the-staff-laura-lentini#comments-listing) Topics: [Meet the Staff](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/meet-the-staff) [Previous](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/page/5) [All posts](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/all) [Next](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/page/7) ## The Power of Giving ### Learn more about the ways you can help.  ### Join in the fight against childhood cancer and blood disorders: donate, participate in an event, or volunteer your time. Our philosophy is that to truly heal the children whose care we are entrusted, we must treat them emotionally, socially, and developmentally, as well as medically.   ### Subscribe to Blog Updates ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Topic - [Blood Disorders (47)](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/blood-disorders) - 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