The Beth C. Tortolani Foundation is proud to have awarded grants to the following programs in 2014

Necessities, Inc. – “Necessities Bag” – Bags are designed for the pre and post mastectomy patient filled with essentials for wound care, hygiene and personal comfort. 
Program Director: Fran Mendelowitz

Lean On Me Breast Cancer Network One-to- one emotional support for the newly diagnosed breast cancer patient taking from diagnosis to surgery to adjuvant therapies.
Program Director: Sharon Pape

Adelphi University – “NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline And Support Services”  This program provides support services to underserved minority women diagnosed with breast cancer at Nassau University Medical Center. Services include bilingual crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy, patient navigation and concrete services for newly diagnosed patients.
Program Director: Hillary Rutter

SHARE – “Young Women And Breast Cancer” offers support services, educational programming and networking opportunities to young women diagnosed with breast cancer. Key services include a teleconference support group aimed at women under 50 years of age, webinars on topics such as intimacy and sexuality, and networking events that allow women to connect in a lighthearted, festive way. 
Program Director: Christine Benjamin

Cancer Support Team – “Nursing Care, Education, Information and Support for People with Breast Cancer and their Families” 
Program Director: Judith Dobrof

“Strength to Strength”Wellness Program – Sid Jacobson Jewish Community Center This breast cancer wellness and aftercare program for women who are completing treatment is designed to restore strength, flexibility and a positive body image in the wake of their treatment.  
Program Director: Randy Hight

Support Connection – Customized Care Services for Breast Cancer Survivors One-on- one peer counseling, hotline and customized information for breast cancer patients from diagnosis through treatment, recovery and beyond. 
Program Director: Katherine Quinn