OCTOBER 28, 2017 | Hayes Mansion-San Jose
Unravel Pediatric Cancer
Glitter Gala 2017
Evening Schedule 5:30 – 7:15 Registration Cocktails Silent Auction Entertainment 7:15 Silent Auction Ends 7:30 Dinner Speaking and Awards Live Auction A Special Treat 9:30 Let’s Dance!
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Friends, Today is the very essence of a bittersweet day for our family... In 2007, October 28th was the day we earned the titles “Mommy” and “Daddy” . . . it was also the day, just six years later, we learned the little girl that gave us those titles would likely not make it to seven. She didn’t. And today, four years after her diagnosis, we are here to celebrate her life and fight against the monster that stole her from us. We were gifted so much hope and promise when she was placed in our arms . . . and then given none with her cancer diagnosis. Tonight, we fight to change that. We fight for research that will change the terminal prognosis of DIPG. And tonight, we will have fun doing it! Thank you for allowing us to celebrate with all of you tonight and share our One Wish with you! Sincerely,
Libby Kranz Co-Founder Unravel Pediatric Cancer
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We’d like to thank everyone who made tonight possible
Unravel Gala Team Leaders: Event Chair: Amy Scatena Marketing/Promotions: Coyolxauhqui Anhder, Klancey Haley Wine: Tiffany Telles, Mariana Ward Warrior Mama Lead: Gabi Contreras Entertainment: Christie Schauer Production, day of: Falynn Zamora Auction: Alia Merla Volunteer Lead: Allyson Dubenko Technology: Sarah Peirce Outreach: Fiona Marshall Production: Event Production – Alla Zeltser-Fitch, Alla & Co. Audio Visual & Lighting – Event Architects Centerpieces & Decorations - Matsui Nursery, Alla & Co. Collateral Design – Rocka Design, Robyn Lomauro Grenning Auctioneers – Hunter Elkins, Alla Zeltser-Fitch Emcee – Hunter Elkins Music – Sonic Addiction, Studio 26 Children’s Choir Photography – Mirror Image Photo, Tap Snap Printer - MPress Digital Venue & Catering – Hayes Mansion Cupcakes - Frost Cupcake Factory DJ - Mike Westerman
Board of Directors: Libby Kranz, Co-Founder, President Carmen Murray, Vice President Tony Kranz, Co-Founder, Treasurer Coby Heinemann, Secretary Ann Calcagno Travis Graham Jody Pulford Advisors: Robyn Lomauro Grenning, Graphic Design Chair Jill Mansfield, Director of Social Media Mark Neidig, Executive Director/CEO Sarah Peirce, Director of Operations
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Our Generous Donors: AVAC Banasky Shaw Ranch Bryant Young Byington Steven Catalano Jonathan Cheechoo ChocoStudio Photography Christopher Ranch Clesi Wines Coastal Luxury Management Austin Corini Amy Crawford Design Theory Jewelry Domenico Winery Dream Dinners Hunter Elkins Event Architects Fernwood Cellars Fitz Place Dyan Fox Frontier Airlines FTG Builders Gary Kenney Photography Giants Golden State Warriors Hayes Mansion Roger Hennessey, DMD House Keys Concerts The Hyatt House (San Jose) In Good Company Training Instant Pot
Kathryn Kennedy Winery Kim Ebbets Photography Ladera Grill Larson Family Winery Los Gatos Birdwatcher LuLaRoe Capitol Stars Angelika Majewska Fiona Marshall Matsui Nursery Menara Restaurant Larry and Elayne Merla Mirror Image Photo Morgan Hill Cellars Mpress Digital NBC-Bay Area Pampered Chef by Christie Schauer Photography by Marian Picaboo Christy Pommerien & Family Rocka Design San Francisco 49ers Renee Sanchez The Scatena Family Kendra Scott Shag Beauty Bar Shotgun Beer Sonic Addiction Southwest Airlines Specialized Studio 26 Children’s Choir Synergy Wellness
Tap Snap Rodney Terra The Tutu School The Twisted Loop Thirty-One by Allyson Dubenko TirNaNog Studios Vacation Internationale Resort Services Lalo Valdez Courtney Walsh Warner Brothers The Wooden Horse The Yamaguchi Family Alla Zeltser-Fitch Wine Courtesy of: Serena Chapman Eli Chip Celia Chiu Garre Winery Gugliemo Ava Hristova J. Lohr Fiona Marshall Larry and Elayne Merla Andy Nguyen Jennifer Southwood Renee Ridgway Tiffany Telles Vickie Velasco
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Jennifer’s Story Jennifer (JLK) was a beautiful 6 year old who was born with glitter in her veins. She sparkled from the inside out and brought out the sparkle in everybody she met. Jennifer was diagnosed with DIPG on her 6th birthday. DIPG is a type of brain tumor that has no real treatment options and no cure. It is terminal upon diagnosis. The average life span for someone with this tumor is 9 months from diagnosis. Jennifer lived 3½ months. It was never a fair fight. Jennifer’s tumors were donated and a cell line has been created from them. Jennifer will be part of finding a cure and making it possible for other children to celebrate many, many more birthdays. Because her friends and family want to do their part, too, after Jennifer’s death, Libby and Tony founded Unravel Pediatric Cancer. Through Unravel, we’re spreading knowledge and raising funds. Because knowledge is like glitter… it sticks with you and multiplies, and once we know better, we can do better.
About Unravel Pediatric Cancer Unravel is a nonprofit organization working to spread knowledge about the grim realities of pediatric cancer and the devastating impact of a lack of funding. We supply the information, tools and support to individuals and communities that want to help create change – because good people want to do good things but sometimes they need help getting started. In addition, Unravel partners with other nonprofits to strengthen our efforts. We do all of this with one goal in mind: we will unravel pediatric cancer. Tonight, at our first annual Glitter Gala we invite you to join Jennifer’s friends and family and become members of the Unravel family. All monies raised by and for Unravel will go directly to the fight against pediatric cancer. And, because of the generosity of a private donor, every dollar raised this evening will be matched up to $250,000! Together, we can find the cure for pediatric cancer and give our beautiful children the chance at a full and happy life.
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Dr. Michelle Monje During Jennifer’s illness, Libby and Tony Kranz heard about the work of Stanford pediatric neurooncologist Michelle Monje, MD, PhD, who studies donated DIPG tumor tissue to understand how its biology might be targeted with new treatments. In their final appointment at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford, the Kranzes asked if they could donate their daughter’s tumor for this research after her death. Libby asked Dr. Monje to try to figure out how Jennifer’s tumor had spread so fast. Dr. Monje’s lab is taking a multiple-pronged approach to exploring new DIPG treatments, including studying the molecular and cellular vulnerabilities of DIPG cells, determining the mechanisms by which normal cells become cancerous, and finding ways to lessen the effects of cancer treatment on normal cells. Dr. Monje and her colleagues are in the process of publishing a scientific paper that provides an important piece of the puzzle and, she says, Jennifer’s tumor tissue was “the key tool to figuring this all out.”
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The new paper, appearing in Cell, asks why highgrade gliomas — cancers like DIPG and glioblastoma — often metastasize to a specific part of the brain. As Jennifer’s did, these tumors tend to spread to a brain region called the lateral ventricle subventricular zone, an area where new nerve cells can grow throughout life.
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The researchers’ work revealed that some of the molecular signals promoting neural growth also attract tumor cells. A protein called pleiotrophin — secreted by neural precursor cells in the subventricular zone — was especially important in this regard. Interrupting pleiotrophin signaling dramatically reduced the spread of high-grade gliomas in mice, the researchers found. Researchers have already begun developing drugs that inhibit the actions of pleiotrophin. Unfortunately, these don’t yet penetrate the brain well enough to treat high-grade gliomas. But Dr. Monje’s team showed that, in principle, such drugs should make a significant dent in gliomas’ ability to grow and spread. This is why, at Unravel, we feel it’s critical that scientists are able to make quick decisions regarding the direction of their research projects without seeking approval mid-project from their funding partners. We think that scientists’ time is much better spent doing research than writing grant proposals. For these reasons, we do not fund research using the traditional grant method – we provide funding that is generally not restricted to a specific purpose. In this way, we can allow our beneficiaries the flexibility and agility to quickly follow up on exciting new discoveries.
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Chef at Home
Every foodie’s dream is to have a world-renowned chef come to their home to prepare an amazing meal. With this auction package you can have your wish! Perfect for a special event or intimate gathering, 4 friends will enjoy a spectacular meal prepared by Steven Catalano - current executive chef at LinkedIn and former chef at the Michelin Star-rated restaurants Charlie Trotters and Manresa. He’ll prepare some of his most-requested dishes to delight your palate while entertaining you with his unique kitchen wisdom. To make this package even more delicious, you’ll receive a flight of six premium Cabernet Sauvignon vintages (2006, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012) from Kathryn Kennedy Winery in Saratoga. These wines are priceless and are no longer available in the trade. Dinner is served! Fine Print: Scheduled for a mutually convenient date. Generously Donated By: Steven Catalano, Kathryn Kennedy Winery
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Tour Warner Bros. in Style
Visit the Warner Bros. studios in VIP style! Your family or group of 4 will be given a private tour and see all the trade secrets of how TV and films are made. Explore outdoor sets and soundstages used to create some of the biggest TV and film productions: The Big Bang Theory, Pretty Little Liars, La La Land, Argo, Gilmore Girls, and much more. The tour also provides exclusive access to original props, costumes, cars and sets used in fan favorites like Batman and Friends. Additionally, studio tour guests will stop at the DC Universe-DC Comics Exhibit, the real Central Perk set from Friends, the original Batman museum and Batmobile collection and much, much more. Visit the best studio tour in Los Angeles and interact with all the magic of filmmaking! Package also includes ticket vouchers on Southwest Airlines to help get you there! Fine Print: Winner will receive four one-way Southwest Airlines ticket vouchers. Generously Donated By: Warner Brothers Studios, Southwest Airlines
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Hockey, Choo and You
Join hockey legend Jonathan Cheechoo for an unforgettable experience. When he was young, Jonathan didn’t believe he’d be able to play in the NHL. During the 2005-2006 NHL season, Jonathan proved himself wrong when he scored 56 goals – a San Jose Sharks team record! The winner of this auction package will have the exclusive opportunity to get to know “Choo” better and get insider tips and tricks for making the perfect goal. Want to make this an event for the whole family? Maybe bring along a few friends? How about a party for the kids? An adult hockey clinic? Or something more private – like just you? You got it! Get ready to gear up and have the time of your life! Fine Print: Scheduled for a mutually convenient date. Generously Donated By: Jonathan Cheechoo
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Mazatlán Vacation
Enjoy 7 nights in a lovely one-bedroom condo in Mazatlán, Mexico! Mazatlán has miles of pristine beaches, rich history, and bountiful outdoor activities. Visit the historic sights of ancient areas in Mexico, and relax in the surf and sun of the Zona Dorada (Golden Zone). Sip mango margaritas at La Palapa, the on-site restaurant and bar, while planning your next day’s activities. Air miles included for 2 people to travel on Alaska Air to Mazatlán! Quick Glance: Beautiful stretch of beaches outside resort Swimming pool, including kiddie pool and jacuzzi Spa and massage Putting green, running track, shuffleboard, tennis, and a full activities program Deep sea fishing Exceptional dining and bar hopping Fine Print: Travel must be completed by 4/21/2019. Not valid for the following dates: Thanksgiving (Thursday-Sunday); Christmas (12/20-12/31). Reservations can be scheduled up to ten (10) months in advance on a space available basis. Generously Donated By: Vacation Internationale Resort Services, Fiona Marshall
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Food and Wine Festival
Win two Magnum passes to the Pebble Beach Food & Wine event includes all day and afternoon events plus the opening night reception, Lexus Grand Tasting VIP Early Access, and discounts on Jeroboam and Imperial level wine seminars. Pebble Beach Food & Wine is the premier epicurean lifestyle event on the West Coast, matching 250 acclaimed wineries and 100 celebrity chefs to create a hedonistic, four-day destination on one of the most picturesque strips of coastline in the world. Throughout the weekend you’ll enjoy intimate access to the pinnacle of culinary and wine talent at wine tastings, cooking demos, and some of the most exclusive, unique dining opportunities available in the world. This package also includes a bottle of chardonnay and one of zinfandel from a fourthgeneration small family artisanal winery near St. Helena to take home with you tonight! Fine Print: Festival is April 5-8, 2018 Generously Donated By: Coastal Luxury Management, Larry and Elayne Merla
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Sharks Party
A luxurious night at the Shark Tank! You will enjoy 14 tickets to a penthouse suite to watch the Sharks take on the Arizona Coyotes on January 13, complete with parking passes and snacks! Have a special event coming up? This is a great opportunity to hang out with friends or a fun way to build team spirit at work. To help you get in the mood, tonight you’ll take home a framed jersey signed by several members of the 2016-2017 team, including Brent Burns, Tomas Hertl, Patrick Marleau, Joe Pavelski and Joe Thornton! Fine Print: Tickets for Saturday, January 13, 2018. Generously Donated By: Lalo Valdez, Angelika Majewska
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Utah Pheasant Hunt
Take up to 7 of your friends and spend a week shooting pheasant at the Banasky Shaw Ranch! This package includes a weeklong (or weekend) stay at the hunting lodge, a guide and dogs to help with the hunt, the use of guns if you need them, and up to 100 pheasants to hunt. Want to mix it up? Check out Green River’s own cold-water Crystal Geyser. Going in September? Check out Melon Days and see if you can spit seeds as far as the pros. Green River is also an easy drive to Arches, Canyonlands and Capitol Reef National Parks. Two $250 vouchers for Frontier Airlines will help you get there. Green River, Utah, is a spectacular place to visit any time of year. With so many possibilities, you could easily fill a week with amazing outdoor activities and natural beauty. Fine Print: Trip must be scheduled during pheasant hunting season (September to March). Lodging includes 4 queen-size beds in a cabin with a full kitchen and bath. Food is not included. Winner to pay gratuity to the hunting guide. No hunting licenses required; no age restrictions. Additional birds can be purchased at cost. Generously Donated By: Banasky Shaw Ranch, Frontier Airlines, The Peirce Family
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Warriors Winner
Enjoy two courtside (3rd row) seats to a 2017-2018 Warriors game, complete with valet parking! These exclusive seats will get you up close and personal with the Warriors as they are riding the high of their 2017 NBA championship season. The Warriors’ NBA championship run set an unprecedented record for the fewest games ever played to win an NBA championship, and you’ll get to see first hand the skill and teamwork that made it possible. To start the excitement building, tonight you’ll take home an autographed copy of Sports Illustrated featuring Steph Curry, four Warriors t-shirts, a jersey and a cap! Fine Print: To be scheduled for a mutually convenient date. Generously Donated By: Christopher Ranch, The Yamaguchi Family
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Bryant Young BBQ
Spend an afternoon or evening with a football player passionate about ending pediatric cancer! Bryant Young, former 49er and current Falcons coach, will barbecue your meal for up to ten friends while you trade stories with him. You’ll also receive a smoker custom crafted from a wine barrel for your next backyard bash! Tonight, you’ll take home a 49ers bbq spatula/ drink opener as a memento of the evening! Fine Print: To be scheduled for a mutually convenient date. Generously Donated By: Bryant Young, Rodney Terra, FTG Builders
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Maui Getaway
Need to get away? Spend a week in Maui at a beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo at the beach! The condo is fully furnished with everything you need and sleeps up to 6. Take the family, take your friends. Located on the southwest short of Maui, Kihei is one of the sunniest spots on the island. Enjoy sunny days at the beach or relax poolside. Play tennis, soak in the hot tub, or have an evening barbeque in the fresh sea air. The Shores of Maui has everything you need for a relaxing stay. Want to see more of beautiful Kihei and its surroundings? Snorkel at Molokini Crater about 2½ miles off shore, named one of the top 10 dive spots in the world (in fact, some of the 250 or so species of fish you’ll see can be found nowhere else!). Hike the Pipiwai Trail through the picturesque bamboo forest to the breathtaking Waimoku Falls. For an extraspecial treat, save time for the Old Lahaina Luau, but get your tickets in advance for this popular evening event. Above all? Relax! Fine Print: Winner to book at least 6 months in advance with the owner for mutually agreed upon dates. The unit has a washer and dryer and plenty of towels, so no need to pack extras. There are also beach umbrellas, chairs and sand toys for the kids. Generously Donated By: The Scatena Family, Thirty-One, Allyson Dubenko
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Mama’s Night Out The best thing about Mama’s Night Out is that it’s an amazing event for an amazing cause. The worst thing about Mama’s Night Out is that there is a cause. Women across the country take breaks from their lives all the time. They go out to eat, shop, dance, and just have some quality girl time. Mama’s Night Out takes that idea and turns it into an inspirational evening where women can do all those things while coming together to make a difference to unravel pediatric cancer. The best part? Mama’s Night Out is for everyone! It doesn’t matter if you are a mama or not these events are for ALL women to come have a great night all while helping to unravel pediatric cancer. Mama’s Night Out is always a night of good food, drinks, and dancing with your best gals. There’s also shopping and photo booths and raffles. They’re a night of raising awareness and funding for a cause that has become incredibly important to so many of us. We hope you’ll join us on one of our upcoming dates in 2018.
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Fund the Need
To support Dr. Monje’s work towards a cure for DIPG, please raise your paddle tonight for:
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Every dollar raised this evening will be matched up to $250,000!