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## [Jersey Mike's Month of Giving](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/jersey-mikes-month-of-giving)

 Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on

02/28/23

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## [You don't have to be a millionaire to be a philanthropist!](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/you-dont-have-to-be-a-millionaire-to-be-a-philanthropist)

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08/31/20

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<https://www.freewill.com/qcd/thevaleriefund?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=donatepage&utm_campaign=202006_thevaleriefund_youcanhelppage_qcd>What if the largest gift you ever make to The Valerie Fund costs you absolutely nothing during your lifetime? It’s easier than you think. You simply include a designation for **The Valerie Fund** in your will. 

In fact, if you don’t have a will you can create a legal, confidential will for free right from this page through a [partnership The Valerie Fund has with FreeWil](https://www.freewill.com/thevaleriefund?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=donatepage&utm_campaign=202006_thevaleriefund_youcanhelppage_bequest)l.

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## [Giving While You're Getting](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/giving-while-youre-getting)

 Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on

12/02/19

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The end of the year is a time of both giving and receiving for many people. Finding just the right gift for that special someone can be a fun-filled hunt for the treasure that will light up someone's day - but how can shopping for your friends and family help a Valerie Fund kid at the same time during this holiday season? 

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 Topics: [Holiday Giving](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/holiday-giving), [advocate](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/advocate), [give back](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/give-back)

## [Maplewood Comes Out for National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/maplewood-comes-out-for-national-childhood-cancer-awareness-month)

 Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on

09/09/19

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September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and The Valerie Fund is proud to work with local community partners to help in this battle. Several local businesses have joined us to support children and families currently living with pediatric cancer. Take a look and see if your favorite hotspot is on the list!

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 Topics: [childhood cancer](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/childhood-cancer), [oncology](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/oncology), [community events](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/community-events), [new jersey](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/new-jersey), [fundraising](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/fundraising), [give back](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/give-back), [national childhood cancer awareness month](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/national-childhood-cancer-awareness-month)

## [Supporting Pediatric Cancer & Blood Disorders Within the Community](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/supporting-pediatric-cancer-blood-disorders-within-the-community)

 Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on

08/19/19

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Community events are an integral part of The Valerie Fund's ability to support families dealing with pediatric cancer and blood disorders. Support from friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors not only result in increased fundraising but also in an outpouring of personal and emotional support. Keep reading to learn about some of our upcoming community events!

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## [Restoring an Old House and Young Lives](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/restoring-an-old-house-and-young-lives)

 Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on

06/13/19

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Why The Valerie Fund loved hosting Grace’s House!

The integrity of a house rests on its foundation. The foundation of Grace’s House was laid by a remarkable group of supporters and their efforts exceeded all of The Valerie Fund’s expectations. They came together to bring a 150 year-old, heavily damaged house, not only back to its former elegance but one we were proud to share as a “visual feast of gorgeous home design.” The sublime experience that was Grace’s House accomplished so much on so many levels.

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## [Thank You to Our Wonderful Volunteers!](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/thank-you-to-our-wonderful-volunteers)

 Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on

05/01/19

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The Valerie Fund could not exist without a network of dedicated, talented, and absolutely incredible volunteers who give their time to help support a cause that is important to them. April is **National Volunteer Appreciation Month** and as we look back, we wanted to shine a spotlight on the people who help make the organization run.

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## [Welcome to Grace's House](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/welcome-to-graces-house)

 Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on

04/11/19

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The Valerie Fund invites you to **Grace's House**, a Valerie Fund Designer Show House.

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## [The 27th Annual Thanksgiving Ball Gala](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/the-27th-annual-thanksgiving-ball-gala-0)

 Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on

12/12/18

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The Valerie Fund's Thanksgiving Ball Gala has been the highlight of the organization's fall/winter fundraising season and after 26 years, a change in venue set the tone for an all-out effort to dazzle guests. Close to 350 guests came to the beautiful facility, The Grove in Cedar Grove, NJ and soon realized they were a part of the most memorable evening to date! Towering autumn centerpieces filled the tables in the massive ballroom. But the room couldn't contain the enthusiasm and generosity of the guests in response to the honoree speeches and interactions with our patient ambassadors.

Before the lineup of speakers took to the podium Valerie Fund patient, Olivia introduced the evening's 15 ambassadors. Ranging in age from six to 19, each current or former Valerie Fund patient spoke a little bit about themselves and mingled with guests in the ballroom.

Pat Tully, the Gala's auctioneer, rallied the crowd during the evening's live auction which featured tickets to see Bruce Springsteen on Broadway plus a signed guitar, and dinner for ten in the private dining room of the esteemed L'Artusi restaurant in New York City. Close to $600,000 was raised --- the second largest fundraising total in the Ball's history! 

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## [The Valerie Fund - Events Recap](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/events-recap)

 Posted by [The Valerie Fund](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/author/the-valerie-fund) on

10/17/18

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The Valerie Fund's events have been in full swing since the summer. Starting with The Valerie Fund Walk & JAG Physical Therapy 5K Run on June 9th, the organization has hosted three golf outings, a color run, a karaoke media event, and wrapped up with The Valerie Fund 5K Run & Walk, presented by World Subaru at the beginning of October.

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 Topics: [Non-profit](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/non-profit), [Pediatric Cancer](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/pediatric-cancer), [Blood Disorders](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/blood-disorders), [Charity](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/charity), [pediatric](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/pediatric), [cancer](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/cancer), [5k](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/5k), [awareness](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/awareness), [walk](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/walk), [walkathon](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/walkathon), [sponsors](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/sponsors), [run](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/run), [events](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/events), [community events](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/community-events), [new jersey](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/new-jersey), [fundraising](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/fundraising), [nonprofit](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/nonprofit), [world subaru](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/world-subaru), [volunteer](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/volunteer), [give back](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/give-back), [patients](https://blog.thevaleriefund.org/topic/patients)

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