Co-chaired by Dr. & Mrs. Michael and Marlene Nissenblatt, Wine & Roses has a 39 year history of uniting our community to honor champions of innovation whose inspiration comes from the heart and whose courage is reflected by the patients they serve.
In the past five years, Night of Wine and Roses has raised over $2.5 million to support the American Cancer Society’s mission to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. It is one of New Jersey’s premier fundraising events with national notoriety.
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.
Progress against cancer has triggered a 34% decline in U.S. deaths over the past two decades, which equates to 4.5 million fewer cancer deaths. But we can’t stop there.
On Friday, May 9, 2025, we stepped into the Land of Oz together—and our supporters help, we discovered just how powerful courage, heart, and hope can truly be. Thanks to their incredible generosity and support, our Night of Wine and Roses Gala raised an astounding $570,000 and counting to advance our mission to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Their compassion and commitment are helping us fund lifesaving research as well as program and services like our Hope Lodge Communities to those navigating their cancer journey.
From the Emerald City decor to the golden generosity shining through the evening, it was a night to remember—and more importantly, a night that will have a lasting impact. We’re reminded that the most powerful magic isn’t found in emerald cities or ruby slippers—it’s found in the kindness of those willing to give.
On behalf of everyone at the American Cancer Society, and the many lives you are helping to touch, thank you for following the yellow brick road with us.
Learn more about our 2025 Medical Honorees Here.
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Learn more about our 8th Annual Judith A. Hoffman Humanitarian Awardees Here.
Ilysa Heiberger, Auction Co-Chair
Mark Heiberger, DDS, Auction Co-Chair
Arkady Broder, MD
Jimmy Cheng, ChFC CLU
Shabbar & Sarah Danish
John Hoffman, Esq.
Leonard Littman
Arthur Perry, MD
Michael Schaff, Esq.
Manish Shah, MD
Jeffries Shein
Howard Sorkin, DMD
Brett Tanzman, Esq.
Roy Tanzman, Esq.
Judy Zone
American Cancer Society Hope Lodge® communities offer a home away from home for people facing cancer and their caregivers when cancer treatment is far away. Our 30+ Hope Lodge communities provide a free place to stay during treatment so people with cancer can focus on getting better. These communities provide comfortable guest suites with private baths, as well as inviting spaces with all the comforts of home, including a communal kitchen, dining area, laundry rooms, and places to gather or find a quiet respite – all at no cost to guests.
Hope Lodge guests don’t just find a place to stay – they find a community of support and an emotional connection with others facing the same journey
Learn MoreFor 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
