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As we turn the page from October’s full calendar of community events to November’s focus on families, I am again reminded that prostate cancer affects far more of us than the men who face it—it also touches the hearts, resilience, and the daily schedules of the people who love them. November is National Family Caregivers Month, and we’re honored to mark it with “Caring for the Caregivers,” a wonderful collaboration with the American Cancer Society at Hope Lodge in NYC on Thursday, November 13.
Consisting of more than twenty-five events in September and October, the fall season has been a busy one for our team. We began on September 5-6 in Harlem and finished October with The Cancer Awareness Walk and Health Fair in Bedford-Stuyvesant (Brooklyn), organized by the Healthcare Leaders of New York. We also participated in free prostate cancer screenings in Teaneck, Newark, Plainfield, and Linden as part of our yearlong ScreenNJ grant, and continued expanding outreach to neighborhoods where access to quality preventive care, especially for uninsured men, remains out of reach for many.
Through these efforts, our mission continues to be simple and steady: to meet men and their families where they are.
Thank you for standing with us as we support men and their families through every inning of their journeys. |
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Caring for Caregivers — Hope Lodge NYC, November 13
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In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, Fans for the Cure will join forces with the American Cancer Society at Hope Lodge (NYC) for a special evening focused on supporting caregivers. The program will feature wellness discussions, shared experiences, and community resources designed to acknowledge and care for those who care for others.
Interested in attending? Email [email protected]. |
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Hockey Fights Cancer – Vegas Golden Knights, November 18
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Fans for the Cure is proud to be part of Hockey Fights Cancer Night with the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday, November 18. In addition to the HFC game, we are working with the Golden Knights and their medical partners to plan community screenings and educational events in the Las Vegas area starting in 2026—reaching out to men who could benefit most from better access to preventive care.
Should you plan to be in the Las Vegas area on November 18, let us know. |
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Feliz Navidad: The Fans for the Cure Holiday Spectacular – Monday, December 8
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Get ready to celebrate the season with Feliz Navidad: The Fans for the Cure Holiday Spectacular, taking place on Monday, December 8 at 7:00 p.m. at the SVA Theatre in New York City.
This joyful evening will feature Grammy winners John Pizzarelli and Rubén Blades, along with songs from Suzyn Waldman and Luba Mason (Girl From the North Country), all performing holiday favorites and music we love. Special guests from the stage, screen, sports, and healthcare will shine a light on the importance of community, compassion, and care during the holiday season. All the festivities will take place in support of Fans for the Cure’s mission to reach men and families affected by prostate cancer.
Stay tuned for an announcement email coming very soon! |
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It’s time to grow a mustache, a beard, or something in between—or cheer on someone who is doing so! Join our annual GROW-vember campaign to raise awareness about prostate cancer and men’s health. Whether you’re growing, donating, or simply sharing the message, every effort you make will help start a conversation.
Our team is putting the finishing touches on our peer-to-peer fundraising campaign platform. So, put your razor back in the cabinet, and keep an eye out for an announcement email in the coming days. |
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Stay in the Game: A Conversation with Ozzie Smith
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In this interview with our charity’s founder, Ed Randall, Ozzie Smith takes us on his post-MLB journey, which has included a prostate cancer diagnosis and forty-five radiation treatments that returned him to health and his regular tee times. One can hear the excitement in his voice as he describes his various projects, including a golf project called PGA Reach, a Board position at the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, and his role as a prostate cancer advocate.
As you would expect, Ozzie was outspoken about the importance of delivering the message of PSA testing and early detection to the Black community. |
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30 Catches in 30 Days – Raising Awareness and Building Community
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For the thirty days of September, Ed Randall could be spotted criss-crossing the Tri-State area as part of his annual 30 Catches in 30 Days initiative.
Special thanks to TD Bank for its generous sponsorship and to the many supporters and friends who joined Ed on the field. Several local TV and radio outlets covered Ed’s ambitious schedule, helping spread our charity’s message of awareness, responsibility for one’s health, and the importance of early detection.
As Ed's throwing season comes to a close, our stats team is pulling together his numbers for 2025. For all you baseball fans, know that we will publish those in the coming weeks.
To get on the 2026 waiting list for a catch with Ed, send an email to [email protected]. |
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Upcoming Community Educational and Free Screening Events
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The Fans for the Cure team will be out and about in the community on the following dates.
- November 1: Elizabeth, NJ – Christ Fellowship Church, 10-2
- November 8: Hempstead, NY – Lawrence Middle School, 10-2
- November 9: Secaucus, NJ – TBA
- November 15: Garden City, NY – Cradle of Aviation Museum, 10-2 (Outreach to Veterans)
If you are interested in attending or joining us at our table, please send a note to [email protected]. |
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A 501(c)(3) organization established in 2003, Fans for the Cure welcomes tax-deductible donations, including those made through Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs).
EIN: 06-1696245
Mailing address for checks:
Fans for the Cure
PO Box 213
New York, NY 10101
Online donations:
fansforthecure.org/donate
We will have updated information on how to make donations via securities to our brokerage account in the November 25 newsletter.
Your support helps us expand our reach, strengthen our programs, and continue meeting men and families where they are.
Should you have questions or encounter issues with online giving, feel free to email [email protected] or call (888) 301-4414. |
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Upcoming Support Group Meetings |
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Both of our online support groups are free and open to all men and women respectively, with registration required.
Men's Support Group
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Support Group Holiday Schedule – Change of Days
Our Men’s Support Groups will shift slightly around the holidays:
- Thanksgiving Week: Meeting moves to Tuesday, November 25
- Christmas Week: Meeting moves to Tuesday, December 23
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Fans for the Cure allows attendees to register for only the immediately upcoming online support group meeting. Thanks for understanding our desire to keep our meetings safe, secure, and private. |
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We thank Bayer for generously underwriting the technical and production costs associated with Fans for the Cure’s Online Men’s and Women’s/Caregivers’ Support Groups. |
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REFERRALS, SUPPORT, CONNECTIONS:
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Men's Health Awareness Month – November – is almost here. We invite the men in our community to proactively look after themselves, particularly their mental health.
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Over the past twenty years, Fans for the Cure has been fortunate to develop a strong network of trusted doctors, many of whom practice at NCI-Designated Cancer Centers and highly regarded regional hospitals. We are always available to assist you in finding a prostate cancer-focused physician or multidisciplinary team to guide you and your loved ones through all phases of the disease.
For timely referrals in all fifty states and Canada, please get in touch with us at (888) 301-4414 or via the orange button below. We promise to get back to you within twenty-four hours at the very latest. |
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PROSTATE CANCER ARTICLES OF INTEREST |
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In this section, we share links to blog posts, news articles, medical journals, books, and other items that we think will be of interest to you. |
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Get ready for GROW-vember!
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With GROW-vember around the corner, we are inviting the prostate cancer community to support our efforts to raise awareness and support on-site PSA screenings in underserved communities. We are particularly focused on reaching men and families without health insurance. Help us help those in need. |
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FANS for the CURE
PO Box 213, New York, NY 10101-0213
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