Corey Ribotsky Info

Here is a video from the Onyx and Breezy Foundation, where Corey Ribotsky is a Foundation Member. They work to help animals in need across the United States and invest their time and energy in many charitable projects.

Get ready for this month’s important awareness month for leukemia and lymphoma.  September is the annual month marking leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma awareness.  There have been significant strides in the treatment of patients with blood cancers in the last few years.  Much of this work has been supported by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) where Corey Ribotsky volunteers.  The organization was founded in 1949.

According to survivor Nikki Henshaw, the work of the LLS is only to be commended. She stated quite clearly, “I have personally seen the progress in cure rates and treatments from when I experienced leukemia in 1994.These changes have dramatically improved the quality of life for those who are battling cancer.”

Indeed, the statistics speak for themselves.  In the last four decades, there has been an 87 percent increase in the survival rate of children who contract acute lymphocytic leukemia, from 3 percent to 90 percent.  As well, since the 1960s, there has been a doubling in the survival rate of Hodgkin lymphoma patient survival.

Still there is much work to be done and the LLS requires substantial finances and volunteers to keep up with its good work.

As summer comes to a close, it’s time to look ahead to some important fall events.  The Onyx and Breezy Foundation, where Corey Ribotsky is an Associate, is having its 7^th Annual Black Tie Gala on October 15^th.  This lovely evening will include dinner, dancing, a silent auction and entertainment.

Participants can meet Emmy and Tony Award Winner Ken Howard and actor Giles Marini, both of whom are now board members.  Those present will enjoy the music by Total Soul, a 13 piece party band that will play everything from Motown to R&B.

In addition, there will be a special performance by the comedian Robert Klein. The night is lining up to be a very special event, and one that supporters of the Onyx and Breezy Foundation won’t want to miss.

This year, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) 2011 Man & Woman of the Year campaign raised more money that it ever has in the 21 year history of the program.  The campaign offers people the title of 2011 Man of the Year and 2011 Woman of the Year for the people who raise the most money in a ten week time period for the LLS.  Certainly, fundraisers of this sort and donors like Corey Ribotsky enable the LLS to continue their important cancer research work.

This year’s campaign raised $14.5 million, which is $2.7 million more than the high reached last year.  650 candidates competed to raise the most money. The winners were New York City classic rock DJ Ian O’Malley and Kelley LaFontaine of LaFontaine Automotive Group in Highland, Michigan.

At the Children’s Medical Fund of New York of which Corey Ribotsky is the president, there are many extremely talented and experienced volunteers and workers.  The Physicians’ Advisory Council at the CMF has a whole slew of expert physicians spanning a wide range of pediatric care.  Council members are working together with others at the CMF in an effort to “spread awareness and broaden its resources.”  As well, advice is given on how to allocate assets to make sure there is a response and treatment to children’s most urgent medical needs.

These members are:  Jordan S. Gitlin, MD, Richard Glick, MD, Peter Silver MD and Mark A. Mittler MD.  The latter’s role in the Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center of NY is co-chief of the Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery.  As well, Mittler is Assistant Professor of Neurological Surgery at New York University College of Medicine.

The Children’s Medical Fund of New York has many different ways for people to get involved.  CMF, where Corey Ribotsky is the president, has both a Men’s and a Women’s Division. The Women’s Division works throughout the year to raise money to help children in medical need.

Women who are part of this organization participate in a few major events each year including the Ladies Night Out and the Lester’s Kids’ Fashion Show.  They also have local affiliate chapters that bring neighborhoods together.

Becoming a Women’s Division member requires a donation of $2500 which is payable over the five years of the membership.  Benefits with this membership include a special rate ticket to CMF events, an Angel Wall plaque upgrade, and more.

Last Sunday’s Walk to Help the Sun Rise was a huge success for the Sunrise Day Camp.  They had the largest attendance ever with over 1000 people participating, and they raised a record $317,000 for children with cancer to attend the Sunrise programs.

They are keeping their Walk website open until June 30^th if people want to continue donating and helping to send 500 children to camp this summer.  Certainly, fundraisers of this sort, and donations from generous people like Corey Ribotsky, are what allow the camp to bring children to their programs for free.

This year’s Walk saw some extra fun and star power as George H. Ross, an adviser on “The Celebrity Apprentice” was the master of ceremonies and Ryan Star sang the national anthem and sang songs from his album, “11:59.”

The Onyx and Breezy Foundation, where Corey Ribotsky is a donor and Board Member, helps dozens of organizations with their needs.  One such organization is the Blue Sky Horse Rescue.  Most people have probably never heard about this rescue organization or the amazing work that they do.

The Blue Key Horse Rescue Inc. is a nonprofit organization that takes care of abused and neglected horses in Oregon.  It is located on 280 acres in Klamath Falls, Oregon and has, previously, been privately funded for 14 years.  Now, with the increase in need, they are reached out to others like the Onyx and Breezy Foundation, for assistance.

They rescue abused and neglected animals, working closely with the Klamath County Humane Society and with law enforcement officials.  They have about 110 horses being cared for; some of whom can be sponsored and others of whom may be adopted.  Those that can’t be adopted, for either age or behavior issues, will remain at the ranch for the rest of their lives.

For people and organizations that support the Children’s Medical Fund of New York, where Corey Ribotsky is the President, it’s time to take note.  On June 13^th, 2011, the Medical Fund will be hosting the 36^th Annual Golf & Tennis Charity Classic.

This annual golf and tennis classic benefits the Cohen Children’s Medical Center.  The lovely outing will include breakfast, lunch on the course, cocktail hour, dinner and an awards ceremony.  It is a great way to give to the Children’s Medical Fund while also enjoying time with friends and colleagues.

Last year’s 35^th Annual Golf & Tennis Charity Classic was at Glen Oaks Club in Old Westbury, Long Island.  The fundraiser helps to ensure that children on Long Island and in the New York area will have access to the best pediatric care available.

It’s always good to volunteer somewhere. It’s a great way of giving back and – at the same time – really feeling good about yourself as you are doing something so useful.  That is what Corey Ribotsky does in his involvement in the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS).
Recent news from the LLS was their Light The Night Walk, which took place nationwide and does so each fall.  It is a way for those involved in the organization to make money for those fighting blood cancers.  Individuals and corporations come together to enjoy good “food, live music and entertainment.”  At the end of the day as night descends, the Walk starts and the night is enlightened with walkers carrying gold, red and white balloons in “honor of cancer survivors and those who have lost their battle.”
What’s also great about engaging in the important work of the LLS – apart from the obvious – is that business leaders can actually use it as a way to “positively impact their companies” as was explained by those running the show.