Voluntarios
PADRES Contra El Cáncer agradece profundamente a los siguientes voluntarios por contribuciones en apoyo a nuestros niños y sus familias.
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Magdalena Cenovio
2010 New Volunteer of the Year
The 2010 New Volunteer of the Year Award Recipient is Magdalena Cenovio. Magdalena has been actively involved with PADRES not only as a volunteer, but as a cancer survivor and PADRES Alumni. Magdalena was diagnosed with leukemia at the young age of three. Her family found support in PADRES and today is an amazing young adult, she gives back to PADRES as a Survivor Volunteer who not only demonstrates dedication and commitment but what PADRES stands for…HOPE.
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The Vasquez Family
2010 Volunteer Family of the Year
The Family Volunteer of the Year Award is presented to the Vasquez Family who have dedicated their efforts in providing HOPE to the families we serve. Bertha Galvan first came to PADRES in 2003 when her son Jonathan was diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia. While receiving support from PADRES, Bertha and Jonathan quickly found within themselves the need to give back and volunteer at various events. The entire family quickly became dedicated volunteers. Sadly, Jonathan lost his courageous battle with cancer in March 2009. Bertha returned to PADRES soon after the loss of her son and dedicated her service in his honor and shared with us that giving back to PADRES was not only something Jonathan wished for but was passionate about. PADRES remains extremely grateful to the Vasquez Family for sharing their service and their strength to our entire organization.
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Hugo Cabrera
2010 Volunteer of the Year
The Volunteer of the Year Award is presented to Hugo Cabrera who has been an active and trusted volunteer since 2008 and has been present for the majority of events this past year. Hugo has been a huge supporter in the set up and break-down of large events including our Annual Family Picnic and Carnival, Holiday Posada, Beach Day, Gala, as well as other fundraising initiatives. His amazing dedication and commitment to our organization has earned him the Volunteers of the Year Award.
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Oskar Cartaya
2010 Volunteer of the Year
The Volunteer of the Year Award is presented to Oskar Cartaya. Accomplished musical director and performer, Oskar Cartaya has been an avid supporter of PADRES on many fronts. In addition to serving as a PADRES Ambassador, he has hosted Toy Drives; spearheaded fundraising campaigns for the 'Stand for HOPE!' 5K and provided musical direction for the 2010 El Sueño de Esperanza Gala. His ongoing efforts to raise the awareness of childhood cancer has come in various capacities, including competing in the Spike for HOPE Celebrity Volleyball Match and performing at the Annual Holiday Posada, just to name a few. His commitment to PADRES and its families is evident and are thankful for selfless support.
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Dr. Jacqueline Casillas
2010 Humanitarian of the Year Award
The 2010 Humanitarian of the Year Award is Dr. Jacqueline Casillas, Pediatric Oncologist and Chief Medical Advisor for PADRES Contra El Cáncer. She has been involved with PADRES for nearly ten years and has been instrumental in helping address family issues and needs, served as a referral to help obtain support for adult oncology, promoted PADRES events and fundraising campaigns and has attended Campamento with the PADRES team. In addition, Dr. Casillas has dedicated herself to improve the quality of care and has worked to collaborate on research that has brought much-needed funds to PADRES and its programs. Her focus is to improve the quality of life and quality of care for childhood cancer survivors, with an emphasis on the Latino community. Dr. Casillas has received several awards including the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s Career Development Award, UCLA’s STOP CANCER Career Development Award and currently, the Harold Amos Medical Faculty Development Program. PADRES is proud to honor Dr. Casillas for her endless support to our children and families during the most difficult time of their lives.
