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Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
A CT company sells trendy attire, Whalers merch. They've teamed up with V Foundation to fight cancer
Southport-based Gells Apparel has entered a partnership with the V Foundation for Cancer Research. The V Foundation is a nationally recognized organization that has granted nearly $400 million to cancer research, according to the foundation's website. 'We couldn't be more thrilled about this partnership with the V Foundation. Their commitment to help fund the very best in cancer research aligns perfectly with our principals as a brand,' Ashley Perkin, Gells Apparel's co-founder and chief marketing officer, said. 'From the outset, our conversations with the V Team had a palpable sense of mutual excitement,' Gells Apparel co-founder and president Richard Perkin added. Gells Apparel, pronounced 'Jel-z' is a family owned and operated premium lifestyle brand that specialized in accessories and apparel and 'creates apparel made for an active outdoor lifestyle with our lifelong mission to give back,' according to the business website. Among the specialties are hats, belts and key chains. Gells Apparel is an officially licensed partner with the National Hockey League, Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville and many NCAA institutions. It has been in business for about 10 years and will give a portion of its sales to the V Foundation. Richard Perkin said the company plans on raising awareness of the V Foundation through its website and social media and added that shipped products will be inserted with a QR code which will give customers literature about the V Foundation. 'We may also be supplying some of our products to the V Foundation for their events like golf outings,' Richard Perkin said. According to the V Foundation website, 'At the core of the V Foundation's mission lies an unwavering commitment to saving lives and uncovering cures for cancer. This dedication serves as the driving force behind every donation, propelling us forward in our relentless pursuit of progress in cancer research. This is why we ensure every penny of every dollar donated makes a tangible difference in the fight against this devastating disease.' In 2024, the V Foundation awarded $44 million in grants to 76 research teams and cancer centers. The foundation has been connected to more than 1,000 clinical trials and received over 5,500 grants that generated over $20 billion dollars in cancer research. 'We're extremely excited to team up with Gells Apparel. They share our fervor for funding innovative cancer research dedicated to bettering diagnostic tools, developing new treatment options, and saving lives. Together, through this partnership, we'll accelerate Victory Over Cancer,' Roger Ferguson, V Foundation for Cancer Research chief marketing officer, said in a press release. The V Foundation for Cancer Research was founded in 1993 by ESPN and the late NC State men's basketball coach Jim Valvano. 'My wife and I founded Gells 10 years as a thing we wanted to do,' Richard Perkin said. 'We both had small business backgrounds, and we wanted to create something as our own. We were looking to gel a for-profit business that would help non-profits. That's how we came up with our name.' The company made custom products in Fairfield County for years before Gells became an officially licensed partner of the National Hockey League in 2021. 'That's when it went from a hobby to a full-blown business,' Richard Perkin said. Perkin said the Hartford Whalers-themed items are the top selling products. Perkin was a hockey player grew up in the state and loved the Whalers. 'It was a sad day when the Whale moved, but there are still so many Whalers fans,' Perkin said. Perkin said the company has expanded to three different belt styles in addition to the key chains and hats. The company also does golf-themed items as well.
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The 4th Annual V Foundation for Cancer Research Sonoma Epicurean Weekend Raises Over $3 Million
NAPA, Calif., March 31, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The fourth annual V Foundation for Cancer Research Sonoma Epicurean weekend, hosted March 27-30 in Sonoma County, raised over $3 million. These funds will support game-changing research at top cancer centers across North America, with 100% of event proceeds directly benefiting cancer research. Sonoma Epicurean, co-presented by Weather Wines and Colossal, is a signature event series that features three days of curated experiences with award-winning chefs, local artisans and Sonoma County's top vintners, with a focus on lifestyle, wellness and sustainability, all while benefiting lifesaving cancer research through the V Foundation. "We have now raised more than $13 million at Sonoma Epicurean since its start in 2022 to fund research that leads to breakthrough discoveries," said Shane Jacobson, CEO of the V Foundation. "Our sponsors, attendees, and so many members of the local community come together each year in Sonoma County with a singular goal: to accelerate Victory Over Cancer. Together, we're providing world-class scientists with the resources to continue pursuing bold ideas that will impact patient lives for generations to come." The events included Friday's Epicurean Experiences, where guests enjoyed a variety of fully immersive experiences focused on wellness, sustainability and staying active including the debut of the Wilson Celebrity Pickleball Classic hosted by V Foundation Board Members Russell Wilson and Ciara and their nonprofit, the Why Not You Foundation. Saturday's events included the Wellness Breakfast and Cancer Research Symposium, where attendees learned from V Foundation-funded scientists about research highlighting cancer interception and prevention, and culminated with the Gala & Auction at Montage Healdsburg where 2025 Honorees Johanna and Dustin Valette announced a new partnership with Valette Wines to benefit the V Foundation through March 2026. "Supporting the V Foundation's vital work has always been a cause close to our hearts," said Dustin Valette. "Through this new initiative, where 10% of all new customer sales from Valette Wines will be donated through March 2026, we hope to contribute to the Foundation's mission and help further their life-changing efforts. It's our honor to play a small part in such an important cause." Event co-chairs Stuart Bryan and Jessica Kilcullen introduced auctioneer and Emmy award-winning radio and television personality Liam Mayclem, who generated excitement and competitive bidding at the live auction including the evening's top lot, The Cabo Dream with Aperture Cellars that sold for $220,000. Russell Wilson and Ciara kicked off the live auction with three surprise lots featuring a Yankee's experience, a Duke trip and a NY Giants adventure garnering $277,500. In total, Sonoma Epicurean raised over $3 million for lifesaving cancer research. The fifth annual V Foundation Sonoma Epicurean weekend will take place March 26-29, 2026. For more information, please visit (Additional images available upon request) View source version on Contacts Media Contacts: Tom Fuller & Monty SanderFuller & Sander Communicationstom@ 707.253.0868monty@ 707.253.8503Rebecca ErquittThe V Foundation for Cancer Researchrerquitt@ 919-443-3555 Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
31-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
The 4th Annual V Foundation for Cancer Research Sonoma Epicurean Weekend Raises Over $3 Million
The fourth annual V Foundation for Cancer Research Sonoma Epicurean weekend, hosted March 27-30 in Sonoma County, raised over $3 million. These funds will support game-changing research at top cancer centers across North America, with 100% of event proceeds directly benefiting cancer research. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: The V Foundation Sonoma Epicurean Steering Committee celebrates over $3 million raised at the 4th annual Gala Auction, held Saturday, March 29th in Healdsburg, CA. (Image courtesy of V Foundation Sonoma Epicurean - Will Bucquoy, photographer) Sonoma Epicurean, co-presented by Weather Wines and Colossal, is a signature event series that features three days of curated experiences with award-winning chefs, local artisans and Sonoma County's top vintners, with a focus on lifestyle, wellness and sustainability, all while benefiting lifesaving cancer research through the V Foundation. 'We have now raised more than $13 million at Sonoma Epicurean since its start in 2022 to fund research that leads to breakthrough discoveries,' said Shane Jacobson, CEO of the V Foundation. 'Our sponsors, attendees, and so many members of the local community come together each year in Sonoma County with a singular goal: to accelerate Victory Over Cancer. Together, we're providing world-class scientists with the resources to continue pursuing bold ideas that will impact patient lives for generations to come.' The events included Friday's Epicurean Experiences, where guests enjoyed a variety of fully immersive experiences focused on wellness, sustainability and staying active including the debut of the Wilson Celebrity Pickleball Classic hosted by V Foundation Board Members Russell Wilson and Ciara and their nonprofit, the Why Not You Foundation. Saturday's events included the Wellness Breakfast and Cancer Research Symposium, where attendees learned from V Foundation-funded scientists about research highlighting cancer interception and prevention, and culminated with the Gala & Auction at Montage Healdsburg where 2025 Honorees Johanna and Dustin Valette announced a new partnership with Valette Wines to benefit the V Foundation through March 2026. 'Supporting the V Foundation's vital work has always been a cause close to our hearts,' said Dustin Valette. 'Through this new initiative, where 10% of all new customer sales from Valette Wines will be donated through March 2026, we hope to contribute to the Foundation's mission and help further their life-changing efforts. It's our honor to play a small part in such an important cause.' Event co-chairs Stuart Bryan and Jessica Kilcullen introduced auctioneer and Emmy award-winning radio and television personality Liam Mayclem, who generated excitement and competitive bidding at the live auction including the evening's top lot, The Cabo Dream with Aperture Cellars that sold for $220,000. Russell Wilson and Ciara kicked off the live auction with three surprise lots featuring a Yankee's experience, a Duke trip and a NY Giants adventure garnering $277,500. In total, Sonoma Epicurean raised over $3 million for lifesaving cancer research. The fifth annual V Foundation Sonoma Epicurean weekend will take place March 26-29, 2026. For more information, please visit Tom Fuller & Monty Sander Fuller & Sander Communications [email protected] Rebecca Erquitt The V Foundation for Cancer Research SOURCE: V Foundation Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 03/31/2025 08:01 AM/DISC: 03/31/2025 08:03 AM
Reuters
05-03-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Alex Ovechkin using record chase to raise money for cancer research
March 5 - Washington Capitals star captain Alex Ovechkin is turning his pursuit of the NHL record for goals scored into a fundraiser for pediatric cancer. Ovechkin announced Wednesday the founding of "The GR8 Chase for Victory Over Cancer," pledging to donate money for each goal he scores from now through the rest of his career to the V Foundation. The money is earmarked toward research for childhood cancer, with 100 percent of funds raised set to go to the cause. The Capitals captain has 884 career goals, 10 shy of tying legend Wayne Gretzky for the all-time mark. He will donate an amount equal to his career goal total for every goal he tallies from here on. For his next goal scored, he will give $885, then $886 for the next one and so on. Monumental Sports & Entertainment, which owns the Capitals, will match Ovechkin's donations. "I'm proud to join the V Foundation and support their efforts to fund lifesaving cancer research," Ovechkin said in a news release. "Throughout my NHL career, I have met many brave kids battling cancer, and I feel it's important to do what I can to help save more lives from this horrible disease. I want to thank the V Foundation for all their hard work, and I look forward to using my platform and doing anything I can to help further the V Foundation and Hockey Fights Cancer's mission." Ovechkin also is inviting fans to donate to the cause by donating $8 in honor of his uniform number, or any amount they would like, through the V Foundation website at The V Foundation has awarded more than $91 million in pediatric cancer research grants. Ovechkin, 39, has a history of supporting causes pertaining to children throughout his career with the Capitals, which began in 2005. He has 31 goals in 45 games this season -- the same amount he recorded in 2023-24 in 79 games. The Capitals, with 86 points, lead the Eastern Conference and have 21 games remaining in the regular season. Ovechkin's chase resumes Wednesday night at the New York Rangers.
