On Friday, Feb. 28, GM William I. Santos, Jr. and staff presented a check donation of $1,038.31 to the CCA. CCA treasurer Cesar Dumatol accepted the donation on behalf of CCA board of directors and membership.
According to Regal general manager William I. Santos Jr and supervisor Maybelline Nicdao, patrons can make donations to the Regal Foundation through its large in-theater donation drive known as the “Stars of Hope” during the summer months every year.
The Hollywood Theaters in San Jose, Saipan chose the CCA as the beneficiary for this year’s local charity drive.
The board and staff of the CCA thank the Regal Foundation, management and staff for their generous support and significant cash donation.
From left, Juan L. Babauta, Commonwealth Cancer Association executive director; Cesar Dumatol, CCA board treasurer; William I. Santos Jr., Regal Cinemas general manager; staff members Lisel Galvan, Ruth Ann Torres and Jasper Cain Duco. CCA photo
In 2003, the CCA began as an alliance of volunteers, becoming formally chartered and incorporated in 2008. In 2009 the CCA achieved a tax-exempt status under 501 (c)(3), and since then has provided direct financial assistance, assistance with nutritional supplements and other personal needs, as well as, certain types of medical equipment such as hospital beds, wheelchairs, and oxygen concentrators prescribed by a locally licensed physicians to qualifying clients in the CNMI who are receiving treatment for cancer.
The CCA also facilitates monthly cancer survivors and caregiver support group meetings, engages in a variety of awareness and outreach activities, and has produced various educational publications such as brochures, fliers, videos and DVD’s for our diverse community.
Awareness activities and events related to cervical cancer, oral cancer, colorectal cancer, breast cancer, prostate cancer, and lung & pancreatic cancer awareness, are just a few of the annual calendar of educational and outreach activities carried out by the CCA.
The CCA also engages in programs such as early screening and detection, and patient navigation. The CCA has formed critical partnerships with all seven of the CNMI’s dental clinics, in order to see free oral cancer screenings for all ages.
The CCA extends thanks to all of its partners, donors and individuals who contribute to the successful programs of the CCA. The public is encouraged to learn about our programs and contribute to the very important and worthwhile work of the association.
For more information, call 682-0050, email [email protected], go to www.ccamarianas.org or visit the CCA office at the Gualo Rai Plaza on Middle Road in Gualo Rai.
