Wishes & Dreams 2022 Gala

EVENT OVERVIEW

After a 2-year hiatus, Wishes & Dreams for CF is celebrating its 27th year of funding and supporting Cystic Fibrosis research and care. Over the past decade we have donated over $1,000,000 to The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.   For 2022 we are hosting a black-tie optional GALA event on Thurs May 12, 2022.  Our Gala is the perfect setting for caregivers, families, friends and supporters of cystic fibrosis to come together and celebrate the extraordinary progress in cystic fibrosis care. Despite the amazing strides, there are still those in need of lifesaving treatments and we will not stop until the cure is found! We hope you can join us for a magical night of live music by Jem & the Vibe, extensive silent auction, fun raffles, signature cocktails, delicious food and exceptional view of the famous Boat House Row all in the lavish outdoor setting of WATERWORKS by Cescaphe.   

  Complimentary valet parking is included. Please charge up your cell phone as mobile bidding will be a part of this fun filled evening!

Note:  To date, there are no Covid-19 restrictions or requirements for outdoor venues

VIP COCKTAILS starts at 6PM

GENERAL ADMISSION starts at 7PM

EVENT CONCLUDES 11:30PM

 UNSUNG HERO AWARDS

   These Heroes will be honored at the WISHES & DREAMS GALA. ON 5/12/22!

W&D is proud to honors these individuals in the medical community who deserve to be publicly applauded for their inspiring dedication to the fight against CF. They all make a  positive difference in the lives of CF patients and continues to fight to cure and control CF and improve their quality of life .

Joan Lloyd

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia 

Melanie Shechtman

University of Pennsylvania Health System

 Kathi Peeke

Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

Katrina Flemming

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Lillian Bonham

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

2022 SHINING STAR

This special award, and it's 11th year, honors  individuals with CF who strives to live life to the fullest and overcome the many obstacles CF presents. Wishes & Dreams Committee  is proud to present the 2022 SHINING STAR AWARD to

Michael Caruso Davis

Age 19

2022 COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Kim & Kevin Galie,Chairs

Susan Auerbach

Kosh Ciaffone

Christine Emmert

Kelsey Filewicz

Nicole Fitzpatrick

Judy Fox

April Galie

Marybeth Galie

Vicki Galie

Liz Grady

Jessica Griffith

Laura Haber

Betty Ignas

Brenna Imperiale

Kristin Konowal

Susan Konowal

Heather Lash

Kathleen Levins

Andrea Mattie

Margie McCabe

Anita McCoy

Ann Marie McDonald

Michele Moresco

Anne Mullins (emeritus)

Nicole Palladino

Rose Palladino

Maria Rapone

Jean Anne Cieplinski-Robertson

Linda Rothwein

Lisa Santoro

Clarice Schillinger

Nicole Schillinger

Karen Skrocki

Helen & Fred Tracy

EVENT DETAILS

Proud to announce the following people who will make this night extra special

Master of Ceremonies

 Dom Giordano

Host of The Dom Giordano Program  on AM1210 since 1987. The country's first teacher-turned-talk show host is a broadcast pioneer and a Philadelphia legend.  https://www.audacy.com/1210wpht/authors/the-dom-giordano-program 

Live entertainment for the evening

 JEM & THE VIBE

Jem & The Vibe will offer energetic live music with talented 12 piece ensemble.  Wear your dance shoes and prepare to be entertained!!!  https://www.facebook.com/jemandthevibe/