Connecticut Tower of Hope Gala

Following a two-year hiatus, the ICRF Connecticut Tower of Hope gala will once again be held in person! Join us for a joyous night of entertainment, science and hope.  Be inspired by our honorees as they are feted for furthering ICRF’s mission of helping to find treatments and cures for cancer patients worldwide.

Sunday, October 23, 2022

Stamford Marriott Hotel
243 Tresser Blvd, Stamford, CT 06901

5:30 PM VIP Reception | 6:00 PM Cocktail Reception
Followed by Sit-Down Dinner and Program 

Dietary laws observed (Vaad of Fairfield County approved) | Business attire 

Online auction opens October 2 | Silent auction night of the gala

Master of Ceremonies and VIP Reception Host

Richard Kind

Award-Winning Actor of Stage, Screen, and Television
2021 ICRF Ribbons of Hope Gala Emcee and Honoree 

Tower of Hope Honoree

Alan Kalter, z”l

Alan Kalter for two decades was known nationally as the lovable, red-headed comical announcer on “Late Night with David Letterman”.  But those who knew Alan best, knew him for his charitable essence. 

“He was a deeply spiritual man and dedicated to human causes and the Jewish people. He was a true mensch.”  – Rabbi Joshua Hammerman

Panel Discussion: “Mitigating Cancer Risks”

Nicole Boxer, MS

Genetic Counselor, White Plains Hospital

Fran Ginsburg, MD

Stamford Gynecologist and Reproductive Endocrinologist

Shara Israel, MD

Internist, Stamford Health
Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine, Columbia University

Robyn Grosshandler

Cancer Survivor and Advocate

Thank You To Our Generous Sponsors

Partnership

Anonymous

Strength

Ariel Property Advisors

Bran & Stuart Berni
Peggy Kalter
James Ritman

Science

Stephen Berni
Morris & Arlene Goldfarb
Kori & Bill Meyers
Newmark Title Services

Research

Marjorie & Steven Black
Gerry & Fran Ginsburg
Roz Mangot

Discovery

Deborah & Allen Hindin
Dana Rosenberg-Kurtz & Warren Kurtz
Melanie Massell

Inspiration

Jodi & Richard Boxer
Gold Team of Corcoran
Sharon & Jeff Lewis
Rhonda & Jeff Marion

Registration, Sponsorships and Tributes

Click below or download a print version to learn more about our available sponsorships.

Host Committee In Formation

*ICRF Connecticut Chapter Board Member
†ICRF International Board Member