ZERO Hosts Fourth Annual Bold for Blue Awards Ceremony March 22, 2022 FOR IMMEDIATE RELASEMedia Contact:Jessica Fetrowjessica.fetrow@zerocancer.org202-923-1113The celebration honored prostate cancer advocates and fundraisers who made a bold impact in the fight against prostate cancer in 2021 Washington, D.C., March 22, 2022 -- ZERO Prostate Cancer rolled out the “blue carpet” for its fourth annual Bold for Blue Ceremony — a celebration of the passionate and dedicated men, women, families, and companies who have made a bold impact in the fight against prostate cancer. The ceremony was held on Friday, March 4,to kick off the ZERO Prostate Cancer Summit, the most impactful and largest nationwide event for the prostate cancer community.The Bold for Blue Awards, sponsored by AbbVie, is the only national awards program that recognizes prostate cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers for their efforts in fundraising, advocacy, and community impact. This year’s ceremony featured four award categories including Legacy, Top Fundraisers, Impact, and Megaphone Awards, as well as the first-ever Edward C Kaps Hope, and Caesar Blevins Warrior Awards.“The 2022 Bold for Blue winners have all gone to great lengths to improve the lives of the many patients and families facing prostate cancer,” said ZERO CEO Jamie Bearse. “Our Bold for Blue winners stepped up to help the prostate community during the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic, as they faced prolonged and extraordinary challenges like never before. Their efforts have raised critical funds, awareness, increased research funding, and helped prostate cancer patients get the support and information they need. We can’t ZERO out prostate cancer without their hard work and dedication.”This year’s Impact Award winners were Ryan Pessah of Sacramento, CA; Landi Maduro of Aliso Viejo, CA; and Don Williamson of Fairburn, GA, for going above and beyond the call of duty to raise awareness and funds in their communities. The winners of the Edward C. Kaps Hope Award for their exemplary dedication, service, and giving hope to prostate cancer survivors and their families were Kathie and Dave Houchens of Columbus, OH; Jerry Deans of Gainesville, GA; and Anthony Pizzoferrato of Las Vegas, NV. This year’s Legacy Award was presented to Us TOO International, which merged with ZERO in 2021 to increase prostate cancer awareness and advance research and access to care through a united advocacy platform.The recipient of the first-ever Caesar Blevins Warrior Award, inspired by and named after a prostate cancer super-advocate who passed away in April 2021 was Jim Wilhelmsen of Mesa, AZ for his devotion and passion to end prostate cancer. The Megaphone Award Winner went to rock icon and founding member of heavy metal band Twisted Sister, Jay Jay French, for raising his voice and bravely sharing his prostate cancer story.This year’s Top Corporate Fundraisers include AutoNation, Pfizer Oncology, Bayer, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and Baird. Top Fundraisers included Sandy Maxey of Jupiter, FL; Bill Miller of Norwalk, IA; Susie Schlernitzauer of Miami, FL; Karen Jauregui of Newton, MA; The Forsburg 40; Team Nikituk; Jack Porter of Chicago, IL; Ryan and Anna Pessah of Sacramento, CA; Team Angus; Robert Ferrari of Pearisburg, VA; Sue and Nancy; Dan Perkins of San Jose, CA; Catherine Hawley of St. Petersburg, FL; Michael Bachmann of Joliet, IL; and Darik Pearson of Shelton, CT.To learn more about this year’s Bold for Blue ceremony and award winners, visit the Bold for Blue website at zerocncr1stage.wpengine.com/bold-for-blue-awards. About ZERO Prostate CancerZERO Prostate Cancer (ZERO) is on a mission to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, education, awareness, and support. Formerly known as the National Prostate Cancer Coalition, ZERO was founded in 1996 to stand up for people impacted by prostate cancer. Today, ZERO serves as the nation's leading prostate cancer organization, advancing a future where prostate cancer detection is early, support is unwavering, and care is accessible to all. For over 30 years, ZERO has led the way in prostate cancer advocacy, screenings, and partnerships, successfully unlocking funding toward breakthrough discoveries, treatments, and lifesaving access to care. As the nation’s #1 provider of prostate cancer resources, programs, and services, ZERO has supported millions of people at-risk or diagnosed, and their families. As the voice of the prostate cancer community, ZERO's urgent focus on breaking barriers to survival—by closing gaps in diagnosis, treatment, and care—brings critical attention to those most likely to be impacted by this disease. Learn more at ZEROcancer.org Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELASEMedia Contact:Jessica Fetrowjessica.fetrow@zerocancer.org202-923-1113The celebration honored prostate cancer advocates and fundraisers who made a bold impact in the fight against prostate cancer in 2021 Washington, D.C., March 22, 2022 -- ZERO Prostate Cancer rolled out the “blue carpet” for its fourth annual Bold for Blue Ceremony — a celebration of the passionate and dedicated men, women, families, and companies who have made a bold impact in the fight against prostate cancer. The ceremony was held on Friday, March 4,to kick off the ZERO Prostate Cancer Summit, the most impactful and largest nationwide event for the prostate cancer community.The Bold for Blue Awards, sponsored by AbbVie, is the only national awards program that recognizes prostate cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers for their efforts in fundraising, advocacy, and community impact. This year’s ceremony featured four award categories including Legacy, Top Fundraisers, Impact, and Megaphone Awards, as well as the first-ever Edward C Kaps Hope, and Caesar Blevins Warrior Awards.“The 2022 Bold for Blue winners have all gone to great lengths to improve the lives of the many patients and families facing prostate cancer,” said ZERO CEO Jamie Bearse. “Our Bold for Blue winners stepped up to help the prostate community during the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic, as they faced prolonged and extraordinary challenges like never before. Their efforts have raised critical funds, awareness, increased research funding, and helped prostate cancer patients get the support and information they need. We can’t ZERO out prostate cancer without their hard work and dedication.”This year’s Impact Award winners were Ryan Pessah of Sacramento, CA; Landi Maduro of Aliso Viejo, CA; and Don Williamson of Fairburn, GA, for going above and beyond the call of duty to raise awareness and funds in their communities. The winners of the Edward C. Kaps Hope Award for their exemplary dedication, service, and giving hope to prostate cancer survivors and their families were Kathie and Dave Houchens of Columbus, OH; Jerry Deans of Gainesville, GA; and Anthony Pizzoferrato of Las Vegas, NV. This year’s Legacy Award was presented to Us TOO International, which merged with ZERO in 2021 to increase prostate cancer awareness and advance research and access to care through a united advocacy platform.The recipient of the first-ever Caesar Blevins Warrior Award, inspired by and named after a prostate cancer super-advocate who passed away in April 2021 was Jim Wilhelmsen of Mesa, AZ for his devotion and passion to end prostate cancer. The Megaphone Award Winner went to rock icon and founding member of heavy metal band Twisted Sister, Jay Jay French, for raising his voice and bravely sharing his prostate cancer story.This year’s Top Corporate Fundraisers include AutoNation, Pfizer Oncology, Bayer, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and Baird. Top Fundraisers included Sandy Maxey of Jupiter, FL; Bill Miller of Norwalk, IA; Susie Schlernitzauer of Miami, FL; Karen Jauregui of Newton, MA; The Forsburg 40; Team Nikituk; Jack Porter of Chicago, IL; Ryan and Anna Pessah of Sacramento, CA; Team Angus; Robert Ferrari of Pearisburg, VA; Sue and Nancy; Dan Perkins of San Jose, CA; Catherine Hawley of St. Petersburg, FL; Michael Bachmann of Joliet, IL; and Darik Pearson of Shelton, CT.To learn more about this year’s Bold for Blue ceremony and award winners, visit the Bold for Blue website at zerocncr1stage.wpengine.com/bold-for-blue-awards.
About ZERO Prostate CancerZERO Prostate Cancer (ZERO) is on a mission to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, education, awareness, and support. Formerly known as the National Prostate Cancer Coalition, ZERO was founded in 1996 to stand up for people impacted by prostate cancer. Today, ZERO serves as the nation's leading prostate cancer organization, advancing a future where prostate cancer detection is early, support is unwavering, and care is accessible to all. For over 30 years, ZERO has led the way in prostate cancer advocacy, screenings, and partnerships, successfully unlocking funding toward breakthrough discoveries, treatments, and lifesaving access to care. As the nation’s #1 provider of prostate cancer resources, programs, and services, ZERO has supported millions of people at-risk or diagnosed, and their families. As the voice of the prostate cancer community, ZERO's urgent focus on breaking barriers to survival—by closing gaps in diagnosis, treatment, and care—brings critical attention to those most likely to be impacted by this disease. Learn more at ZEROcancer.org
