October 20, 2005
Holiday Gifts That Give Many Ways
Options from the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
From cards to candles to cookbooks to crushing one out of the park (Fenway Park, that is), Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and its Jimmy Fund offer many ways for conscientious shoppers to enhance their giving this holiday season.
Wear Your Heart on Your Tree
If you love the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots, then what better way to show it by giving or displaying collectible ornaments highlighting the teams? Three handcrafted, 24-karat gold-plated ornaments — two for the Red Sox and one featuring the Patriots — are available for $20 each plus $5 shipping and handling. The Red Sox ornaments feature different views of Fenway Park, while the Patriots ornament celebrates the team's two Super Bowl wins in three years. All come in an embossed gift box and have a ribbon for hanging or a stand for year-round display.
The Cures are in the Cards
Jimmy Fund/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute holiday greetings add to the season's warmth and make a difference in the lives of those facing cancer. Featuring 17 exclusive designs and greetings, including classic New England winter scenes, Red Sox and Patriots cards, or cards designed by a Jimmy Fund Clinic patient or a cancer survivor, these traditional-style cards are available in sets of 15 for $20 per set.
A Yankee to Love
The Jimmy Fund and Yankee Candle Company are partnering to bring Jimmy Fund and Red Sox fans the only Yankee they will ever love...The Limited Edition Green Monster Yankee Candle. Available exclusively through the Jimmy Fund, this 14.5-ounce jar candle features an imaginary view of Fenway Park during the holidays created by one of Dana-Farber's patients, plus Yankee Candle's trademarked "Holiday Wreath" scent. A perfect gift for Red Sox fans everywhere, the Green Monster candle costs $23 each.
Jiffy Lube®/Taco Bell® Value Cards — Great Stocking Stuffers
Visit a participating Jiffy Lube service center or a Taco Bell restaurant from Nov. 2 through Dec. 31 and make a $2 gift to the Jimmy Fund to receive a great stocking stuffer worth $50. The $2 Jiffy Lube/Taco Bell Value Card is good for a $5 reduction on four Jiffy Lube Signature Service oil changes and $1 off Taco Bell combo meal purchases through Sept. 30, 2006.
Great Chefs Cooking for Great Friends
Give a gift that will bring lasting pleasure through fantastic flavors and aromas in addition to supporting cancer research. Great Chefs Cooking for Great Friends features 140 recipes from 70 of Boston's most celebrated chefs. The Friends of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, an all-volunteer organization that raises funds for patient, education, research and treatment programs, developed this one-of-a-kind cookbook. Participating chefs include Ming Tsai of Blue Ginger, Jasper White of Summer Shack, Laura Brenna of Caffe Umbra, Ken Oringer of Clio, and Frank McClelland of L'Espalier. All proceeds from the book, which is priced at $35, go to programs at Dana-Farber. For more information or to purchase a book, visit www.bookswithbows.com.
Give the Ultimate Red Sox Experience
Go all out and send the Boston Red Sox fan in your life to John Hancock Fantasy Day at Fenway Park next summer (Saturday TBD in July/August) to benefit the Jimmy Fund. Participants get 15 chances to hit a ball over the famed left field wall (the "Green Monster") or they can test their fielding skills for an hour. Also included is a tour of the historic park, lunch at the park with their guests, and the thrill of seeing their name in lights and hearing a description of their performance announced over the loudspeaker. A batting spot in this day-long event is $1,850, while fielding is $600 per person.
Honor Friends, Family or Co-Workers with a Tribute Gift
Celebration and Tribute Gifts may be the simplest way to let someone know you're thinking of them over the holidays and also to contribute to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's life-saving work to find cures for cancer. Make a gift of $25 or more and Dana-Farber will send a personalized greeting card to the special person of your choice within 24 hours.
All proceeds from Dana-Farber's wide variety of gift options will help fight cancer now and in the future by supporting cancer research and care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, a world-renowned pioneer in discovering and developing innovative, effective cancer therapies for adults and children. For details, visit www.dana-farber.org/holiday.
