Ashley Lauren Foundation

Fabulous Forties Ball Raises Funds for Children with Cancer
2018-06-03
On April 21, 2018, guests gathered at the Spring Lake Golf Club to enjoy The Ashley Lauren Foundation’s much anticipated 7th Annual Butterfly Ball “THE FABULOUS FORTIES” and raised funding and awareness for children suffering from cancer.
Monica Vermeulen, Founder/CEO stated, “We are so grateful to all of our sponsors, auction donors, entertainers and guests for their incredible support. Guests enjoyed the Big Band sound of The Ed Conte Orchestra, our Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin impersonators and our Andrew Sisters singers along with a beautiful 1941 Cadillac Convertible that was on display. We had an amazing trio of honorees which included Jeremy Grunin (Hope Award), Joe Leone Introna (Humanitarian Award) and Lori Kirsch (Volunteer of the Year Award). It was our distinct pleasure to present all of their amazing accomplishments in our communities.”
The goal of The Ashley Lauren Foundation is to ease the journey when pediatric cancer is diagnosed by providing direct financial assistance (household bills, medications not paid through medical insurance, traveling expenses to and from hospitals, funeral expenses, etc.); material assistance (food, clothing, household items); emotional support (for the entire family); seasonal parties for the children and their families (Spring Party at the Boardwalk, Summerfest, Harvest Party, and Holiday Party); advocacy; “Making Dreams Come True” Program; Birthday Brigade (gifts, cake, balloons delivered personally to each child); special outings; hospital parties; holiday gifts for the children and anything else that is needed to make their lives easier and bring smiles to their faces.
Visit our 7th Annual Butterfly Ball album here.

Enjoy a Day at the BlueClaws
2018-06-02
Bring the family out to Lakewood BlueClaws on Thursday, June 28th at 7:00 p.m. all while helping The Ashley Lauren Foundation provide hope and help for children with cancer. Click here for more information!

Enter to WIN up to $15,000!
2018-03-01
Our Mega 50/50 Raffle is now in full swing!
This is in conjunction with our 7th Annual Butterfly Ball. Tickets are only $40, up to 750 tickets will be sold. There will be one winner chosen at the Butterfly Ball on April 21st. (Winner does NOT need to be present) It is cash or check only. You can purchase the 50/50 raffle tickets at our office, which is located at 309 Morris Avenue Suite D in Spring Lake, NJ OR send your check in and we will mail back your tickets.
For questions, email info@ashleylaurenfoundation.org or call 732-414-1625. Make checks payable to The Ashley Lauren Foundation (write 50/50 in the memo). Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to help us with our mission!

The Ashley Lauren Foundation’s 7th Annual Butterfly Ball
2017-12-12
Enjoy “The Fabulous Forties” at Spring Lake Golf Club
Guests will be transported back in time to enjoy all the fun and sounds of “The Fabulous Forties” at the 7th annual Butterfly Ball on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at the Spring Lake Golf Club in Spring Lake, beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Visions of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin will adorn this fun-filled event, which will provide an opportunity for attendees to enjoy an evening of fine food, drink and entertainment all while raising funds for and increasing awareness of The Ashley Lauren Foundation’s (ALF) mission of providing Hope & Help for Children with Cancer in New Jersey. The Ed Conte Orchestra will provide the music and guests will be able to bid on fun and unique auction items, as well as try their luck with the Mega 50/50 (tickets are available now).
Monica Vermeulen, ALF Founder/CEO stated, “This is an evening not to be missed. We have many exciting things planned for the Ball. The Butterfly Ball serves as our largest fundraiser of the year to raise money for the many, many children we assist throughout the State of New Jersey. We are very happy to announce our 2018 Honorees. Our honorees have been extremely instrumental in helping us with our mission.”
The Hope Award will be presented to Jeremy Grunin, who has more than 20 years of leadership experience in the private sector where he managed teams of 1000+ employees responsible for over half a billion dollars in revenue. Since 2013, Jeremy has been actively engaged throughout the community as President of the Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation, a proactive grant maker focused on economic growth at the Central Jersey Shore. Jeremy is a Partner of Grunin Holdings, LLC., a New Jersey Partnership specializing in the development and management of commercial real estate, as well as investing in third party commercial ventures. In addition, Jeremy is the co-host of Topic A talk radio show every Sunday morning on 92.7 WOBM from 7:00 to 11:00 a.m. Jeremy resides in Toms River with his wife, Laura, and three children, Joshua, Rebecca and Emma.
Jeremy’s Foundation, Advisory and Board Directorships include: Chairman of United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties; Chairman of the Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce Foundation; Advisory Board Member of the Grunin Center for Law and Social Entrepreneurship at NYU School of Law; Executive Board Member of Ocean County College Foundation; Executive Board Member and Former Chair of the Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce; Trustee of Count Basie Theatre; Trustee of Community Medical Center; Trustee of Fulfill (formerly The Foodbank of Monmouth and Ocean); Board Member of Community Medical Center Foundation; Board Member of Ocean County Vocational Technical School/ Performing Arts Academy; Board Member of Ocean County Military Support Committee; Appointed Member to Ocean County Tourism and Business Development Advisory Council; Board Member of Council of New Jersey Grantmakers; Board Member Emeritus of Arts and Education Center; Advisory Board Member of Toms River Regional Schools High School Career Academy; Advisory Board Member of The Ammon Foundation; Co-Chairman of mindALIGNED Steering Committee; and Committee Member of Ocean County Culture and Heritage Commission.
The Humanitarian Award will be presented to Joe Leone, who is the owner/operator of Joe Leone’s Italian Specialties, Catering, Gastronomia and Bakery in Point Pleasant Beach and Sea Girt. Joe opened the flagship retail store in Point Pleasant Beach on June 2, 1997. The marriage of traditional and modern Italian cuisines, developed in his retail markets and introduced by Joe has given the Jersey Shore educational exposure to the Italian culture. Joe is dedicated and passionate to the culinary excellence, superior customer service and love of food at the Jersey Shore.
The love of food overflows into the community. Joe has become a well-known local humanitarian who doesn’t care for the spotlight on himself and tends to shift the spotlight to more deserving organizations and places that need emergency action. To name a few organizations that Joe is continuously sharing information and teaching others about are: L’Aquila Earthquake Relief Fund; One Strong Family mission; spreading the message of F.A.M.I.L.Y.® (Forget About Me I Love You); Common Ground Grief Center; Covenant House of New Jersey; Fulfill; formally Foodbank of Monmouth & Ocean County; and several local fundraising efforts.
Proudly, Joe, the love of his life and their five children live in Brielle, and all play large supporting roles at both locations for Joe Leone’s Italian Specialties and Catering.
The Volunteer of the Year Award will be presented to Lori Kirsch, who has been a dedicated volunteer for The Ashley Lauren Foundation for the past four years. She had previously volunteered for the Cancer Concern Center in Point Pleasant Beach. Lori was involved in the fundraising efforts of The American Cancer Society and later chaired the Hope Lounge Event. She was on the committee for the Jersey Shore University Medical Center’s Sweetheart Ball for many years and has volunteered at JSUMC K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital for the past seven years. Lori and her husband Eric, who reside in Morganville, have received numerous awards for their support of Jersey Shore University Medical Center.
The goal of The Ashley Lauren Foundation is to ease the journey when pediatric cancer is diagnosed by providing direct financial assistance (household bills, medications not paid through medical insurance, traveling expenses to and from hospitals, funeral expenses, etc.); material assistance (food, clothing, household items); emotional support (for the entire family); seasonal parties for the children and their families (Spring Party at the Boardwalk, Summerfest, Harvest Party, and Holiday Party); advocacy; “Making Dreams Come True” Program; Birthday Brigade (gifts, cake, balloons delivered personally to each child); special outings; hospital parties; holiday gifts for the children and anything else that is needed to make their lives easier and bring smiles to their faces.
For more details about the 7th annual Butterfly Ball, sponsorship and ad book opportunities, go to ashleylaurenfoundation.org or call The Ashley Lauren Foundation office at 732-414-1625.
*Downloadable Forms are below for your convenience
Tickets and General Interest Form
Letter of Request
Sponsorship Form
Ad Journal Contract
Auction Donor Form
Hope Menu Form

Check Out Our Video!
2017-11-17
Coverage of the history of the Ashley Lauren Foundation, the families we support, and our inaugural Run for Hope, held on September 24th.

Video courtesy of NJTV.

Adopt a Child’s Wish for the Holidays
2017-11-16
The holiday season is very meaningful to The Ashley Lauren Foundation. Our ALF Family Holiday Party is one of many programs offered to the children and their families. It is a beautiful, fun-filled day for the children and their families to forget about their cancer and enjoy the holiday season.
If you would like to adopt a child’s wish or contribute towards a wish for the holidays, visit our Wish List on Amazon here.
Please email our Program Director, Nancy Kolakowski, once the wish is purchased at nkolakowski@ashleylaurenfoundation.org.
Please have the wish mailed to our office unwrapped by Friday, December 1st. Our address is:
The Ashley Lauren Foundation
617 Union Ave, Build 3, Suite 27
Brielle, NJ 08730
If you would like to make a contribution towards a wish, you may mail a check. Please indicate it is for our wish drive. Contact our office at 732-414-1625 for additional information and any questions. Thank you and happy holidays!

Hope Campaign to Benefit New Jersey Children with Cancer
2017-10-08
The Ashley Lauren Foundation is seeking participants to help reach its goal.
Going on now through November 19, 2017, The Ashley Lauren Foundation is holding its Inaugural Hope Campaign, all proceeds will benefit the Foundation’s mission of bringing “Hope & Help for Children with Cancer in NJ.” To participate in this effort, simply become a fundraiser or donor by texting DANCE to 71777 or visit https://app.mobilecause.com/Dance and follow the simple steps. At the conclusion of the campaign on Sunday, November 19th from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m., The Ashley Lauren Foundation will be culminating its 2017 Hope Campaign with its “Dance for Hope” Dance Marathon. The event will take place in the OceanFirst Bank Center at Monmouth University, located at 400 Cedar Avenue in West Long Branch.
Monica Vermeulen, Founder/CEO of The Ashley Lauren Foundation stated that, “We are so excited to be hosting our Inaugural Hope Campaign and “Dance for Hope” Dance Marathon at Monmouth University. The “Dance for Hope” Dance Marathon will be the celebratory conclusion of the Foundation’s Hope Campaign, which is going on now through November 19th. Our goal is to reach $75,000, so please become a fundraiser today.”
The Dance Marathon is open to the public. The entry fee is $50 which can be obtained by fundraising. The Ashley Lauren Foundation is seeking participants that are willing to be fundraisers, donors or put a fundraising team together to help reach the Hope Campaign’s goal. You do not have to participate in the dance marathon to become a fundraiser for this campaign. To participate, fundraise or donate, TEXT DANCE TO 71777 or visit https://app.mobilecause.com/Dance to follow the simple steps on how to begin fundraising.
The goal of The Ashley Lauren Foundation is to ease the journey when pediatric cancer is diagnosed by providing direct financial assistance (household bills, medications not paid through medical insurance, traveling expenses to and from hospitals, funeral expenses, etc.); material assistance (food, clothing, household items); emotional support (for the entire family); four major seasonal parties for the children and their families (Spring Party at the Boardwalk, Summerfest, Harvest Party, Holiday Party); advocacy; “Making Dreams Come True” Program; Birthday Brigade (gifts, cake, balloons delivered personally to each child); special outings; hospital parties; holiday gifts for the children and anything else that is needed to make their lives easier and bring smiles to their faces.
“DANCE FOR HOPE” Dance Marathon EVENT DETAILS
November 19, 2017 | 3:00 to 8:00 p.m.
OceanFirst Bank Center at Monmouth University
Join in and put a team together!
$50 minimum fundraising per person
$25 minimum fundraising per person (under 18)
(Under 18 must be accompanied at event by an adult along with signed waiver)
Dancing | Entertainment | Prizes for Highest Amount Raised
DANCERS MUST WEAR SNEAKERS OR SOCKS.
NO OTHER FOOTWEAR WILL BE ALLOWED.

Monica Vermeulen chosen as Greater Spring Lake Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year
2017-10-07
The Board of Trustees of The Ashley Lauren Foundation is proud to announce that our Founder/CEO, Monica Vermeulen, has been chosen as the 2017 Greater Spring Lake Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year because of her tireless efforts in helping children suffering from cancer. In addition, the Greater Spring Lake Chamber of Commerce will be sharing the proceeds of this year’s Citizen of the Year Dinner with The Ashley Lauren Foundation.
We hope to see you at the event which will be held at the beautiful Essex & Sussex in Spring Lake. This is a great opportunity to be able to see the inside of this incredible, historical building along with being part of making a difference in the lives of the children we assist.
The beauty of the historical Essex & Sussex in Spring Lake dates back to 1914. The exquisite building enriched with history is closed to the public. This is a rare opportunity to see the grand building. A private tour of the Essex & Sussex will be given directly after the event.
Join us at the Essex & Sussex on Wednesday, November 8th at 6:00 pm for the 2017 Spring Lake Citizen of the Year Dinner as we honor Monica. Citizen of the Year tickets are $100. It is not too late to sign up, check out more event details here. For tickets, please contact the Greater Spring Lake Chamber of Commerce at 732-449-0577 or info@springlake.org.
Many thanks,
The Ashley Lauren Foundation Board of Trustees

“You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown” Musical to Benefit Kids with Cancer
2017-10-04
Fifty years ago, in 1967, the musical You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown opened off Broadway. Now it is coming to Greenbriar II in Brick as a fundraiser for The Ashley Lauren Foundation, a Spring Lake non-profit that provides Hope and Help for Children with Cancer in New Jersey through financial, material and emotional support along with many programs for the children.
This multi-generational production is being directed by Monica Vermeulen (Brick) who is also the Founder/CEO of The Ashley Lauren Foundation. Musical Direction is by Norman “Doc” Hart (Brick). Reuniting after playing opposite each other in the same roles thirty years ago are Windber R. Brandt (Toms River) as Charlie Brown and Renee S. Tompkins (Wall Township) as Lucy Van Pelt. Rounding out the cast is Corey Crawford (Beachwood), as Linus, Maria D’Amato (Long Branch) as Sally Brown; Windber’s son, Windber R. Brandt (Ocean Gate), as Schroeder; and Madison Starr Wicker (Brick) as Snoopy.
There will be two performances at Greenbriar II Clubhouse, located at 1 Greenbriar Boulevard, Brick, NJ 08724 on Saturday, October 14 at 7:00 PM and Sunday, October 15 at 3:00 PM. Tickets are $10 at the door. All proceeds benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation. For additional information call 732.414.1625. Don’t miss this funny and charming family musical.

The Ashley Lauren Foundation Golf Outing
2017-09-27 07:30 UTC | Cream Ridge Golf Course, 181 County Road #539, Cream Ridge, NJ, 08514, United States
The Ashley Lauren Foundation will be holding its annual Golf Outing on Friday, September 22, 2017 at Cream Ridge Golf Course in Cream Ridge, New Jersey.
To participate or for more information, click the following link – ALF Golf Outing
To speak to someone directly, call David DeDominicis at 508.274.1334 or Lou Bernardo at 732.779.7808.

Inaugural Run for Hope to Benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation
2017-09-24 09:00 | Brielle Ale House, Brielle Ale House, Brielle NJ, NJ, United States
Mark your calendars for the ultimate Sunday Funday, all while showing your support for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Brielle Ale House is hosting its inaugural Run for Hope 5K & Fun Run to benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation, a nonprofit based out of Spring Lake and serving all of New Jersey, which provides financial assistance, emotional support and many other programs to children and families suffering from the hardships of pediatric cancer, on Sunday, September 24, 2017.
All proceeds from this event will go to The Ashley Lauren Foundation. Participants will receive a t-shirt, a closed scenic course throughout Brielle, and access to an after party with their registration. After the race, there will be a ton of free family fun for participants at Brielle Ale House that includes face painting and bounce houses, a barbecue, drink tickets, a push-up/plank challenge, music, gift basket raffles, 50/50 and so much more!
Registration is from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at Brielle Ale House, located at 601 Union Lane in Brielle; the 5K starts at 10:30 a.m. and the 1-Mile Walk/Fun Run (one-mile) at 10:45 a.m. (strollers welcome). The after party begins at 11:30 a.m. The cost is $35 per person, $20 for 12 and under, and kids 4 and under are FREE. Online registration ends September 21st, you must register by September 7th to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
“We are so excited for the inaugural Run for Hope, and so thankful to Brielle Ale House for graciously hosting this event. September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, what better way to show your support for our young warriors. I hope you and your entire family can come and join us!” said Monica Vermeulen, Founder and CEO of The Ashley Lauren Foundation.
Dont miss out! Sign up today by visiting here. Register by September 7, 2017 to be guaranteed a Run for Hope t-shirt.

Performance of HAIRSPRAY to Benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation
2017-07-14 07:30 - 19:30 | The Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave, Lakewood, NJ, 08701, United States
The Ashley Lauren Foundation Theatre Ensemble, the theatrical arm of The Ashley Lauren Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing hope and help to children throughout New Jersey who suffer from cancer through financial, material and emotional support, will present the musical, HAIRSPRAY, on July 14, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.; July 15, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.; and July 16, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at The Strand Theatre, located at 400 Clifton Avenue in Lakewood, NJ.
The 1950’s are out and change is in the air! HAIRSPRAY, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. It’s 1962 in Baltimore and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad has only one desire“ to dance on the popular “Corny Collins show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network, all without denting her ‘do! You will truly enjoy a wonderful family show while helping children that are suffering from cancer.
Tickets are reserved seating $15.00 and up. There is a special VIP Dinner/Show Package for $40.00 on Friday, July 15, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at The Strand.
For tickets and additional information, go to https://www.kidz-4-kidznj.comor call Carrie at 732-814-5327.
Hairspray is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. WWW.MTISHOWS.COM

The Ashley Lauren Foundation’s 6th Annual Butterfly Ball a Success
2017-03-10
On February 25, 2017, over 350 guests gathered at the Ocean Place Resort and Spa to enjoy The Ashley Lauren Foundation’ much anticipated 6th Annual Butterfly Ball “DANCING FOR OUR STARS” and raise funding and awareness for children suffering from cancer. Investors Bank was this year’s honoree.
Monica Vermeulen, Founder/CEO stated, “We are so grateful to all of our sponsors, auction donors, entertainers and guests for their incredible support. Our new and exciting dance competition was enjoyed by everyone in attendance. We are so grateful to our dancers who worked many hours rehearsing and raising funds for our Ashley Lauren kids. The dancers put on an amazing performance. Our dancers included Carol Stillwell, President/CEO of Stillwell-Hansen Inc. who did a beautiful waltz which transitioned into rock and roll with Joe Hasson of Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Red Bank.; Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders Deputy Director Serena DiMaso who did an amazing salsa with Andre Gosselin also from Fred Astaire; Monmouth County Freeholder Tom Arnone who did a high energy and exciting disco with Ashley Lauren Vermeulen and Tom Corley President/CPA of Cerefice & Co. and published author who did a fun hip-hop dance with Ashley Lauren Vermeulen. The winner of both the People’s Choice Award and the Judge’s Award was Carol Stillwell. We are also very grateful to our judges, Joe Leone, Tom Hayes, Anthony LaGruth and Ron Wollner.”
The goal of The Ashley Lauren Foundation is to ease the journey when pediatric cancer is diagnosed by providing direct financial assistance (household bills, medications not paid through medical insurance, traveling expenses to and from hospitals, funeral expenses, etc.); material assistance (food, clothing, household items); emotional support (for the entire family); seasonal parties for the children and their families; advocacy; “Making Dreams Come True” Program; Birthday Brigade (gifts, cake, balloons delivered personally to each child); special outings; hospital parties; holiday gifts for the children and anything else that is needed to make their lives easier and bring smiles to their faces.
Photos of the 6th annual Butterfly Ball can be viewed here.
For more information about how you can get involved, call us today at 732.414.1625.

ALF’s 6th Annual Butterfly Ball Digital Edition
2017-03-06
Check out our digital copy of our ad journal for the 6th annual Butterfly Ball. Thank you to all our supporters!
Click Here!

The Ashley Lauren Foundation’s 6th Annual Butterfly Ball
2017-02-25 18:00 - 23:30 | Ocean Place Resort & Spa, 1 Ocean Blvd, Long Branch, NJ, 07740, United States
On Saturday, February 25, 2017 beginning at 6:00pm at the Ocean Place Resort and Spa in Long Branch, guests will gather for The Ashley Lauren Foundation’s much anticipated 6th Annual Butterfly Ball “DANCING FOR OUR STARS.”
This fun-filled event provides an opportunity for attendees to enjoy an evening of fine food, drink and entertainment while raising funds for and increasing awareness of The Ashley Lauren Foundation’s mission of providing Hope & Help for Children with Cancer in NJ. Brian Kirk and the Jirks will provide the music and guests will be able to bid on many fun and unique auction items.
Monica Vermeulen, Founder/CEO stated, “This is an evening not to be missed. We have many exciting things planned for the Ball. A new and exciting component will be our ‘DANCING FOR OUR STARS competition, where our performers will be dancing to raise money for the ‘Stars’ of The Ashley Lauren Foundation – Our Children!
“Our dancers will be paired with professional dancers (Andre Gosselin of Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Red Bank and Ashley Lauren Vermeulen) and will have to earn the most votes pre-event and at the event to win the People’s Choice award. They will then be judged on performance ability at the event to win the Judges Award. It will be lots of fun cheering on your favorite dance couple along with cheering on our amazing Ashley Lauren Foundation children.”
The dancers that will be competing include Carol Stillwell, President/CEO of Stillwell-Hansen Inc.; Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders Deputy Director Serena DiMaso; Spring Lake Fire Company #1 Captain John Wall and Tom Corley, President/CPA of Cerefice & Co. and published author.
The goal of The Ashley Lauren Foundation is to ease the journey when pediatric cancer is diagnosed by providing direct financial assistance (household bills, medications not paid through medical insurance, traveling expenses to and from hospitals, funeral expenses, etc.); material assistance (food, clothing, household items); emotional support (for the entire family); four major seasonal parties for the children and their families (Spring Party at the Boardwalk, Summerfest, Harvest Party, Holiday Party); advocacy; “Making Dreams Come True” Program; birthday brigade (gifts, cake, balloons delivered personally to each child); special outings; hospital parties; holiday gifts for the children and anything else that is needed to make their lives easier and bring smiles to their faces.
For all details about the 6th Annual Butterfly Ball and the dance competition go to www.ashleylaurenfoundation.org or call The Ashley Lauren Foundation office at 732-414-1625.

Butterfly Ball Sponsorship Opportunities
2016-11-27
Become a sponsor for our 2017 Butterfly Ball today!
Your support is sincerely appreciated. Proceeds benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation whose mission is to provide Hope and Help for Children with Cancer in New Jersey. Donations are tax deductible in accordance with IRS Regulations. The Ashley Lauren Foundation is a nonprofit organization with Section 501 (c) 3 status for tax purposes. EIN # 20-3232026 & Charitable Registration # CH2746800
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please call 732.414.1625 today!

Show Your Support in the Butterfly Ball Ad Journal
2016-11-26
To commemorate this special event, an elegant Butterfly Ball Ad Journal will be produced to highlight distinguished guests, award recipients and to acknowledge those sponsors and individuals whose dedication, commitment and hard work helped to make the 2017 Butterfly Ball possible. Our Journal Advertising pages provide the opportunity to market your business to the hundreds of civic and corporate leaders in attendance, while at the same time expressing your support to The Ashley Lauren Foundation and our mission to provide Hope and Help for Children with Cancer in New Jersey.
The Ashley Lauren Foundation is a nonprofit organization with Section 501 (c) 3 status for tax purposes. EIN # 20-3232026 & Charitable Registration is CH2746800.
To show your support and for more information, call 732.414.1625 or email Monica Vermeulen at mvermeulen@ashleylaurenfoundation.org.

October 8 – Antique and Classic Car Show
2016-10-08 09:00
Our 2nd annual Vintage Motorcar Fall Charity Classic!
Hosted by Cream Ridge Golf Course and the Roost Restaurant

Coming this Summer – SHREK the Musical
2016-07-15 19:30 - 2016-07-16 22:30 | The Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave, Lakewood, NJ, 08701, United States
The Ashley Lauren Foundation Theatre Ensemble, the theatrical arm of The Ashley Lauren Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing hope and help to children throughout New Jersey who suffer from cancer through financial, material and emotional support, will present the musical, SHREK THE MUSICAL, on July 15 at 7:30 p.m. and July 16 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at The Strand Theatre, located at 400 Clifton Avenue in Lakewood, NJ.
Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie, Caroline or Change) and a sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage, and proves there’s more to the story than meets the ears. You will truly enjoy a wonderful family show while helping children that are suffering from cancer.
Tickets are reserved seating $16.00 and up. There is a special VIP Dinner/Show Package for $40.00 on Friday, July 15th at 6 p.m. at The Strand. The package includes: premium seating, dinner & dessert by Carrabba’s Italian Grill and a meet & greet with the cast.
For tickets and additional information, go to www.kidz-4-kidznj.com or call Gina at 732-255-9638.
Shrek the Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

A Night At The BlueClaws to Benefit ALF
2016-06-29 19:05
The Ashley Lauren Foundation’s annual Lakewood BlueClaws Fundraiser will be held on Thursday, June 30, 2016. The Lakewood BlueClaws will be playing the Greenboro Grasshoppers, game time will begin at 7:05 pm. The Ashley Lauren Foundation Theatre Ensemble will be singing the National Anthem at the game.
Tickets are $12.00 and can be obtained by calling The Ashley Lauren Foundation office at 732.414.1625. Come out and enjoy an evening of baseball and you will be helping a child that is suffering from cancer.

Super Sampling to Benefit Two New Jersey Foundations
2016-04-30 18:00 - 22:30 | Cedar Gardens Banquet, 661 NJ-33, Hamilton Township, NJ, NJ, 08619, United States
On Saturday, April 30, 2016 – Super Buy-Rite Wine & Liquor and Buy-Rite Wines & Liquor present the annual Super Sampling, a benefit The Sarala Bathena Foundation and The Ashley Lauren Foundation, both foundations are New Jersey-based and offer financial assistance to cancer patients and their families. This event will feature more than 500 fine wines, craft brews and artisan spirits.
This event is located at Cedar Gardens Banquet, located at Cedar Gardens, 661 Route 33 in Hamilton, New Jersey
For more information and ticket reservations, visit www.buyriteliquor.com or call 201.239.1200.

Trinity Financial, Sports & Entertainment Management Company Supports Children with Cancer
2016-04-30
The Ashley Lauren Foundation is delighted that a long-time supporter, Mr. Peter Grandich, has made the following sports memorabilia for sale through the month of May in his Spring Lake office, with 100% of the sales going to The Ashley Lauren Foundation.
The following items are for sale:

NY Jets Joe Klecko Jersey $250; Football $175; Mini-Helmet $125
NY Jets Chris Ivory Jersey $200; Mini-Helmet $125
NY Jets Erik Coleman Football $125; Mini-Helmet $100
NY Jets Ray Lucas Jersey $175; Football $125; Mini-Helmet $100
NY Giants David Tyree Jersey $275; Football $175; Mini-Helmet $125
NY Giants Jeff Feagles Football $150; Mini-Helmet $100
NY Rangers Ron Greschner Jersey $250; Mini-Helmet $125; Puck $50
NY Rangers Nick Fotiu Jersey $250; Mini-Helmet $125; Puck $50
NJ Devils Ken Daneyko Jersey $250; Mini-Helmet $125; Puck $50
NJ Devils Grant Marshall Mini-Helmet $100; Puck $50
NJ Devils Jim Dowd Mini-Helmet $100
Philadelphia Flyers Brian Propp Mini-Helmet $100; Puck $50
NY Mets Ron Darling Jersey $200

Super Bowl XLII Helmet signed by Kevin Boss, Barry Cofield, Madison Hedgecock, Jeff Feagles, Mathias Kiwanuka, Steve Smith, Justin Tuck, Lawrence Tynes, David Tyree, Guy Whimper, Gerris Wilkenson $900
Peter’s company, Trinity Financial, Sports & Entertainment Management Company, is located at 219 Morris Avenue, Spring Lake NJ 07762. You can visit his office or contact us at 732-414-1625 to purchase item(s). If you are interested in making a purchase, you can make a check out directly to The Ashley Lauren Foundation for the cost(s) of any item(s).
We were honored to be at his Grand Opening on April 30, 2016.

Please support The Ashley Lauren Foundation while enjoying some very nice sports items.
To learn more about Peter, please visit www.petergrandich.com.
We are very grateful to Peter for making this possible and for caring about the ALF children and their families.

Cut-A-Thon to Benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation
2016-03-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Figaro II Barber Shop, 344 Union Hill Rd, Manalapan Township, NJ, NJ, 07726, United States
Get Out of the Cold…Give Back, Feel Good! Get a Haircut to Help Kids Fighting Cancer The staff of the Figaro II Barber Shop of Manalapan will be giving haircuts to anyone that makes a $10.00 minimum donation to The Ashley Lauren Foundation, a non-profit located in Spring Lake that assists New Jersey children with cancer and their families through financial, material and emotional support.
Unisex hair stylists will be available at the Marlboro Township Recreation Center, located on Wyncrest Road (near Rt. 520) in Marlboro from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 13, 2016. 100% of the proceeds will benefit the foundation. Contact The Ashley Lauren Foundation at 732.414.1625 for additional information.

ALF’s 5th Annual Butterfly Ball Digital Edition
2016-03-01
Check out our digital copy of our ad journal for the 5th annual Butterfly Ball. Thank you to all our supporters!

ALF’s 5th Annual Butterfly Ball Honoring The Nahum Family
2016-02-20 18:00 - 23:30 | Ocean Place Resort & Spa, 1 Ocean Blvd, Long Branch, NJ, 07740, United States
On Saturday, February 20, 2016 beginning at 6:00 pm at the Ocean Place Resort in Long Branch, guests will gather to honor Dr. Kenneth & Ann Nahum and their family at The Ashley Lauren Foundation’s 5th Annual “Butterfly Ball.”
The event provides an opportunity for attendees to enjoy an evening of fine food, drink and entertainment while raising funds and increasing awareness of The Ashley Lauren Foundation’s mission of providing Hope & Help for Children with Cancer in NJ. Guests will enjoy a truly elegant and fun-filled 1920’s Gatsby Atmosphere during the cocktail hour.
In addition to an evening of dinner and dancing with music by Brian Kirk & The Jirks – guests will be able to bid on many unique auction items graciously donated by supporters of The Ashley Lauren Foundation. Founder and CEO, Monica Vermeulen, states, “This is an evening not to be missed. We have many exciting things planned for the Ball. Victoria Ali and Bob Montesano, Butterfly Ball Co-Chairs and their dedicated committee are working hard at making this a very memorable evening.”
Funds raised by the Butterfly Ball will support the programs of The Ashley Lauren Foundation including Direct Family Assistance, (household bills, bills and medications not paid through medical insurance, traveling expenses to and from hospitals, funeral expenses, etc.); Material Assistance (food, clothing, household items); Emotional Support; Support groups; Parties for the Children; Advocacy; Outings; Birthday and Holiday Gifts for the Children; “Making Dreams Come True” Program and anything else that is needed to make their lives easier and to let each child know that they are important. The Ashley Lauren Foundation does not fund research but rather are “in the trenches” with these families as they cope with the daily battle of pediatric cancer.

Vintage Motorcar Fall Charity Classic
2015-10-10 09:00 - 14:30 | Cream Ridge Golf Course, 181 County Road #539, Cream Ridge, NJ, 08514, United States
Usher in fall with the Vintage Motorcar Fall Charity Classic on Saturday, October 10, 2015 at the Cream Ridge Golf Course – located at 181 Route 539 in Cream Ridge, NJ to benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation. The event includes an antique and classic car show, music by DJ Wolfman Jerry, raffles, 50/50, and door prizes.
The day’s events are as follows: registration is from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., judging is at 12:00 p.m., raffles at 2:00 p.m. and trophies given out at 2:30 p.m. For additional information, contact Dave at dashaw@optonline.net or 914-275-1622. This event is hosted by Cream Ridge Golf Course & The Roost Restaurant.

Girls Night Out
2015-09-24 17:00 - 20:00 | South Moon Under, The Grove, 540 Broad St, Shrewsbury, NJ, 07702, United States
Shop and Save at South Moon Under at The Grove in Shrewsbury!
You will receive 10% off your purchases, and the Ashley Lauren Foundation will receive 10% of the evening’s proceeds.

3rd Annual “Ride for Hope” Motorcycle Run
2015-09-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Hook’s Bar & Grill, 1320 Boulevard Seaside Heights, NJ, 08751, United States
The Ashley Lauren Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing Hope and Help to children throughout New Jersey who suffer from cancer through financial, material and emotional support, will be holding its 2015 “RIDE FOR HOPE” MOTORCYCLE RUN on Saturday, September 19 in recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
This event is sponsored by Trinity Motorcycle Ministry. The Poker Run will be held during the NJ State H.O.G. Rally in Seaside Heights. Starting and ending point is at Hook’s, 1320 Boulevard, Seaside Heights, NJ. Registration will be from 9:00 am – 11:00 am and includes continental breakfast. Local vendors or BBQ Fest is available for lunch. There will be Door Prizes and Best 3 Poker Hands Prize.

“Capturing The Game” Exhibit at “Art From The Heart” Helps Children with Cancer
2015-08-28 18:00 - 21:00 | The Galleria, 2 Bridge Avenue, Red Bank NJ, NJ, 07701, United States
Portion of sales will benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation
Exhibit runs August 28, 2015 to September 30, 2015
Artist reception: August 28, 6 to 9pm
Frame to Please co-owner Megan Prenderville’s Art from the Heart project combines her commitment to supporting local charities with her desire to provide artists with the opportunity for a solo show. Each exhibit runs for a month in Red Bank’s popular Galleria. She takes no commission and asks only that the artists donate a portion of their sales to their favorite charity.
The next exhibit in the series, Capturing the Game, will showcase fine artist Mike Kupka whose work is inspired by music, movies and his love of sports. Kupka’s pieces appear worldwide in galleries and are in the private collections of numerous celebrities and athletes. A Rahway, NJ native, he is a first-place winner of Beckett’s 10th annual Sports Gallery Contest and was named one of U.S. Art Magazine’s 25 Artists You Should Know.
Kupka’s portrait of Ozzy Osbourne caught the eye of a Disney Company representative that led to an eight-year stint as a licensed artist for the Disney Company. He is currently licensed by Major League Baseball, as well as, the estates of Thurman Munson, Lou Gehrig and Jackie Robinson. Mike has also produced artwork for Lucas Films, King Features, Topps, NFL, NBA and NHL.
Proceeds from the sale of Kupka’s work will benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation. Founded in 2005, the foundation provides direct financial, material and emotional assistance to New Jersey families dealing with a pediatric cancer diagnosis along with many programs developed to bring smiles to the children.
“i’ve watched a lot of people close to me go through cancer,” Kupka explained when asked how he selected his charity. “I can’t imagine what these kids have to deal with, at such an early age. Their family and friends as well.”
Kupka studied at duCret School of Art in Plainfield, NJ where he was introduced to the work of his greatest influences: Norman Rockwell, Robert McGinnis, and James Bama by his professor and mentor, Peter Caras. Kupka creates a variety of freelance art by individual commission and under broad creative licenses.
For additional info visitÂ http://michaelkupka.blogspot.com/

2015 Colts Neck Barn Tour
2015-07-27
The Ashley Lauren Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing hope and help to children throughout New Jersey who suffer from cancer through financial, material and emotional support, held its 2015 COLTS NECK BARN TOUR on Saturday, September 12, 2015. This fundraiser is held annually in observance of September’s National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
Across the nation, thousands of courageous children fight pediatric cancer each year. The Ashley Lauren Foundation’s mission is to relieve the daily burden’s thrust upon these children as they battle this disease.
This event is a very rare opportunity to visit some of Colts Neck’s exquisite farms and stables where champion hunter jumpers and thoroughbreds are raised and trained.
Over 120 ticket holders toured four farms, which included Wellspring Stables, Colts Neck Stables, Yellowbrook Farm/Helen Goddard LLC and Stillwell Stables as well as a tour of the beautiful Four JGs Vineyards. The tour began with coffee and apple cider donuts donated by Delicious Orchards and ended with an old-fashioned BBQ plus entertainment by Jilly Sentino at Stillwell Stables.
Sponsors of the 2015 Colts Neck Barn Tour included Investors Bank along with Carol Stillwell and Mary Ann Larkin of Stillwell Stables.
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