The Long Island Red, White & Blue Summer Soirée is a one-of-a-kind fundraising event supporting the American Cancer Society’s mission to eliminate cancer. Enjoy signature food, cocktails, music, while mingling with community leaders. The evening honors those dedicated to ending cancer and features exciting opportunities for a chance to win great prizes. It’s a fun-filled, unforgettable night for a great cause!
Courtney Banks is a dedicated mom to Ethan and Maisy, a wife to Brian, and a daughter to Robin and Steven Nadell. Above all, she’s a survivor who is now committed to helping other young women through their breast cancer journey, just as her family and friends supported her!
In the summer of 2020, at age 33, Courtney discovered a lump in her breast while showering. Working at NYU and Sloan Kettering, she quickly diagnosed herself and learned she had stage 3 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma. After numerous tests, surgeries, and treatments, including chemotherapy and radiation, Courtney faced her diagnosis with courage, motivated by her love for her children and family.
Through it all, Courtney found strength and resilience, learning to lean on others and embrace the power of a support system. Her message is clear: talk to others, ask for help, check your body regularly, and always find the silver lining.
Courtney now shares her story to empower others, reminding them that they are strong and not alone in their fight!
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Jim Brennan is a devoted husband to his beautiful wife, Stacy, and a proud father to Ryan, Daniel, and Kevin. He also cherishes his daughters-in-law, Taylor and Rachael, and his beloved grandchildren, Nate and Rylee. Jim’s connection to the American Cancer Society is deeply personal, stemming from Stacy’s diagnosis with Stage 2 invasive ductal breast cancer in 2007.
His commitment to raising funds for cancer research was further solidified after Stacy’s metastatic diagnosis in 2012, driving him to work toward eradicating the disease for future generations. Jim’s passion for helping others was shaped by his 23-year career with the FDNY and reached new heights when he partnered with the American Cancer Society for the 2013 Walk at Jones Beach, where they earned the Top Earner designation.
Jim’s mission is to raise awareness about the importance of being a caretaker and the profound impact that fundraising has on changing lives. He believes that even the smallest acts of kindness can help cancer survivors extend their lives and create lasting memories.
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We are thrilled to have you join us for the 2025 Red, White & Blue Bash!
By partnering with the American Cancer Society, you’re helping drive progress toward a cancer-free world. With your support, we’re advancing cancer treatment, prevention, and improving the lives of those affected. Together, we’re one step closer to ending cancer as we know it, for everyone.
Let’s make an impact together!
For more than 10 decades, the American Cancer Society has been dedicated to pursuing better outcomes for every cancer, every life. Today, more people are surviving cancer than ever before, but there is still work to be done. Join us, support us, and help us end cancer as we know it, for everyone.
towards cancer research
increase in five-year survival rate for all cancers combined
lives touched in 2022
