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Tadashi Shoji Partners with Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation for World Cancer Day 2019

Tadashi Shoji, a leading designer of elegant dresses, along with bridal, accessories, shapewear, intimates, kids fashion, and fragrance will again partner with the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF) in support of World Cancer Day on February 4, 2019. This marks the 5th year of Tadashi Shoji’s participation in the SWCRF Pay It Forward fundraising campaign.

To help raise funds for such a worthy cause, Tadashi Shoji has created an exclusive credit card holder in support of SWCRF. This credit card holder’s purple exterior pays tribute to the World Cancer Day’s universally recognized color palette.

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“It is an honor to continue an ongoing partnership with the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation. Finding a cure for cancer is something I hold dear to my heart. Their dedication to cancer research has made them pioneers to eliminating the disease. This year, I will stand proudly with SWCRF and support World Cancer Day by donating 20% of the total amount raised from the purchase of the credit card holder.” – Tadashi Shoji.

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Tadashi Shoji and Dr. Samuel Waxman

“Tadashi Shoji has been a longtime friend of the SWCRF and an important partner in our efforts to fund cutting-edge cancer research that is deepening scientific knowledge of this devastating disease. We are grateful for his continued generosity and to everyone who purchases the exclusively designed Pay it Forward credit card holder.” – Samuel Waxman, MD, SWCRF Founder and CEO.

Beginning January 15th the limited-edition credit card holder will go on sale through the end of February, and will be available for $40.00 USD at Tadashi Shoji boutiques in King of Prussia Mall (PA), Tysons Galleria (VA), Valley Fair Mall (CA), South Coast Plaza (CA), Glendale Galleria (CA) and Fashion Show Mall (NV) as well as on www.tadashishoji.com with 20% of the proceeds going directly to SWCRF to help fund their cancer research.

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About Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation

The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to curing and preventing cancer. The Foundation is a pioneer in cancer research and its mission is to eradicate cancer by funding cutting-edge research that identifies and corrects abnormal gene function that causes cancer. This research is the basis for developing minimally toxic treatments for patients. Through the Foundation’s collaborative group of world-class scientists, the Institute Without Walls, investigators share information and tools to speed the pace of cancer research. Since its inception in 1976, the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation has awarded over $90 million to support the work of more than 200 researchers across the globe. For more information on SWCRF, visit: www.waxmancancer.org

About Tadashi Shoji

Tadashi Shoji is the founder and chief designer of the Tadashi Shoji Collection. Born and raised in Sendai, Japan, he began painting and drawing from a young age and eventually moved to Tokyo, where he studied fine art. His talent was soon recognized and he was recommended for an apprenticeship with Japan’s leading contemporary artist, Jiro Takamatsu, who is credited with paving the way for the modern art movement in Japan during the sixties.

The contemporary evening brand, Tadashi, launched in 1982 and in Fall 2007, Tadashi Shoji Runway Collection premiered during New York Fashion Week to rave reviews. Tadashi Shoji continues to evolve into a full lifestyle brand with the launch of Bridal, Shapewear, Fragrance, Intimates and Handbags. His designs have won a loyal following from well dressed women worldwide, including a wide range of celebrities and influential figures such as Michelle Obama, Octavia Spencer, Molly Sims, Olivia Holt and Kate Hudson. Tadashi Shoji can be found in over 1000 luxury department stores and high-end boutiques worldwide as well as in the brand’s wholly owned shops and on www.tadashishoji.com

 

 

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The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation’s 19th Annual Collaborating For A Cure Event

 

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Louise & Vince Camuto

Last week, the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF) hosted its 19th Annual Collaborating For A Cure Benefit Dinner & Auction at Cipriani Wall Street. Beyond marking the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation by noted oncologist Samuel Waxman, M.D., the event also made history in introducing the SWCRF Vince Camuto Memorial Cancer Research Program in honor of Mr. Camuto; the founder of Camuto Group passed away from prostate cancer in 2015. Louise Camuto, Chief Creative Officer of Camuto Group, accepted the honor in memory of her late husband. Downtown interviewed Dr. Waxman in advance of the event, who was in attendance among notables that included Jean Shafiroff, John Varvatos and Michael Nierenberg.

This year’s event was attended by more than 750 corporate executives, board members and their guests. It was hosted by Chris Wragge — co-anchor of CBS 2’s News This Morning — as master of ceremonies, and raised approximately $2.5 million for SWCRF cancer research programs. The money raised will support the Foundation’s research efforts to produce a cure for cancer by reprogramming cancer cells and to deliver tailored, minimally toxic treatments to patients. The scientists funded by the SWCRF have made significant breakthroughs in cancer research, including identifying pathways to deliver novel therapies to treat cancer.

The evening was capped off by a full-length performance by Roger Daltrey of The Who. Daltrey, a regular supporter of cancer-related causes, played nearly every song by The Who that a classic rock fan would want to hear, as backed by a five-piece band that included guitarists Simon Townshend and Frank Simes, bassist Jon Button, keyboardist Loren Gold and drummer Scott Devours. For a handful of songs, the group was joined on-stage by singer/songwriter Willie Nile, who recently premiered a music video through Downtown. Daltrey and band closed the evening with an impromptu Johnny Cash medley, which highlighted Daltrey as a guitarist. Beyond Daltrey, other celebrity performers at SWCRF events have included Ziggy Marley, Train, Peter Frampton, Gregg Allman, Kid Rock, Steely Dan, Glenn Frey, Joe Walsh, Sheryl Crow, John Fogerty, and Counting Crows.

For more information on the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation, please visit www.waxmancancer.org.