Lighting the way to a brighter tomorrow
Exceptional cuisine. Ground-breaking progress.
Join us as we celebrate major strides in cancer research with an exclusive culinary showcase featuring LA’s top chefs and restaurants.
EVENT DETAILS
Friday, October 16th
6:00 PM - Cocktail Hour
7:30 PM - Program
8:00 PM - Dinner & Dancing
Sony Pictures Studios
10371 Culver Blvd, Culver City
Cocktail Attire & Hollywood Glamour
Ways to show your support–
Your generosity makes an impact! Together, we can make sure promising clinical trials have a chance to reach the patients who need them. ♡
Whether you join the event in person, make a donation, donate a Mystery Gift, or place a message in the Tribute Journal— your support makes a difference!
To donate via check, please make payable to PHASE ONE Foundation and mail to:
11726 San Vicente Blvd, Ste 560, Los Angeles, CA 90049
PS. Don't forget to check if your employer will match your donation!
PHASE ONE also accepts stock donations and gifts through Donor Advised Funds.
A note from our Gala Chairs–
2026 Chairs: Rebecca Cocco, Martin Correia, & Cathy Carini-Terzoli
"They say life is a journey. For the three of us, that journey has been deeply intertwined— shaped by 30 years of friendship, resilience, milestones, and experiences we never imagined sharing. Like so many others, our path has also been marked by three words you never expect to hear: 'You have cancer.'
We have each faced our own cancer battles, gaining perspectives that only such experiences can bring. Together, these moments have shaped who we are and strengthened our bond, uniting us in a shared commitment to making a difference through PHASE ONE.
In 2025, cancer research faced significant setbacks, with federal funding declining sharply—even as the need continues to grow. Now, more than ever, your support is critical. We stand on the brink of breakthroughs in CAR-T cell therapy, targeted treatments, personalized medicine, and therapies for rare cancers.
Please join us October 16th for an unforgettable evening of purpose, hope, exceptional food, and celebration. Together, we can make a meaningful difference."
–Gala Co-Chairs: Rebecca, Martin, & Cathy
With gratitude to our sponsors–
Special thanks to everyone who helps make this event possible!
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Chair: Marc Lebowitz
David Altman, Jordan Bernstein, Nicole Blank, Julie Block, Rebecca Cocco, Mark Freeman, Jon Gimbel, Brooke Lande, Brad Meadow, Mieke Neumann, Cindy Ruby, Amanda Salvado MD, Paula Selesnick, Linda Toth, Alberto Valner, Stacy Valner, Daniel Weinstock, Robert White, Lisa Woods
JUNIOR BOARD
Chair: Niki Valner Jebsen
Charlotte Block, Stephanie Braun, Adam Braun, Drew Freeman, Davis Freeman, Levi Glaser, Mallory Kugler Goldman, Hanna Ibarra, Jeremy Lebowitz, Alex Lee, Ally Rosenthal, Madelyne Salo, Tyler Salter, Hannah Selesnick, Kaela Selesnick, Harry Valner
GALA COMMITTEE
Chairs: Rebecca Cocco, Cathy Carini-Terzoli, and Martin Correia
Lisa Alpern, Emily Bernstein, Stephanie Bertelle, Nicole Blank, Charlotte Block, Julie Block, Stephanie Braun, Leanna Creel, Amanda Eberstein, Marni Eshel, Esther Feldman, Emily Feder, Lauren Feder, Jennifer Gardner, Elana Gimbel, Allison Gingold, Mallory Goldman, Francesca Grossman, Niki Valner Jebsen, Brooke Lande, Deanne Lebowitz, Jodi Meadow, Claire Olshansky, Elisa Rubin, Cindy Ruby, Madelyne Salo, Hannah Selesnick, Paula Selesnick, Suzette Swalwell, Linda Toth, Stacy Valner, Lucy Valner, Lisa Woods