Since its inception fourteen years ago, the Survivors of Cancer, Inc. organization has helped hundreds of Cape May County residents in their struggles with cancer. Jimmy Kane, former owner of the Red Garter, was a key player in the organization’s founding and mission.
Beginning in the spring of 2002, Jimmy enlisted the aid of volunteers, cancer survivors and others whose lives had been touched by cancer. Jimmy’s goal was to raise funds, through various events, to aid and assist in the fight against the devastating disease of cancer and donate all monies collected to Cape May County cancer patients in treatment. Today, this is S.O.C., Inc.’s mission statement. The first S.O.C., Inc. fundraiser was held in August of 2002 at Westy’s Irish Pub in North Wildwood, and now S.O.C., Inc. holds at least two fundraising events per year supporting cancer patients in Cape May County.
On May 9, 2015, S.O.C., Inc. held its “Welcome Summer” Beef and Beverage at Flip Flipz Bar & Grill in North Wildwood. Gary and the Kid provided live entertainment to the event’s 225 attendees.
On August 8, 2015, S.O.C., Inc. held its 14th Annual Summer Fundraiser at the Bay Club in Wildwood. The local community and its businesses came out in full force to support S.O.C., Inc. with an overwhelming total of 645 people attending the event. Per tradition, Jerry Boyle, Entertainment Chairman of S.O.C., Inc., served as Master of Ceremonies, introducing many local entertainers who have helped support the organization in years past. S.O.C., Inc. thanks the Bay Club staff for their generosity, support and contribution to making the event a success.
“Overall, we had a really successful year,” said Dolly McGee, Correspondence Secretary of S.O.C., Inc. “We have 20 really dedicated officers and volunteers that work very hard. We are a close knit organization and most of us are either cancer survivors or have lost family or friends from cancer.”
S.O.C., Inc. also sells beautiful cancer awareness bracelets hand crafted by the organization’s committee itself. Bracelets are available in two sizes: wrist, which costs $10, and ankle, which costs $12. The bracelet’s bright crystal beads and silver ribbon charm allow you to show your support for anyone struggling with cancer in a stylish way. It is often referred to as the “Colors of Cancer” bracelet. For more information, call Laura at (609) 729-2189.
The organization continues to work tirelessly in innovating new fundraising concepts and spreading word of their mission. The committee states that their main goal is to spread awareness so that those who need help know that S.O.C., Inc. can be a resource. The passionate members of this organization really enjoy what they do and have a mission to make life easier for those who are being treated for cancer. Though it’s hard work, the committee strives to make the events fun experiences that turn a bad situation into something more positive.
Referrals are received by word of mouth – various social workers, Cape May County doctor’s offices, hospitals and other cancer fighting groups. All referrals have been advised of HIPPA laws and have agreed to the organization’s help.
Sponsors and donations are always welcome and greatly appreciated. If you would like to be a S.O.C., Inc. sponsor, it can be in the form of a venue for an event. If you would like to make a donation, it can be in the form of money, merchandise, gift cards, services, gift baskets and more. In order to do so, please contact:
Survivors of Cancer, Inc.
P.O. Box 266
Wildwood, New Jersey 08260
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