“We Will Survive Cancer” Fundraiser Inspires

Last week Gloria D’Molina, a cancer surviver, told her story at the We Will Survive Cancer fundraiser event at L2 Lounge in Washington DC.

“You can’t imagine what a parent goes through when they are told their child has only a couple of months to live,” D’Molina said. “Today [and 10 years later], I’m cancer-free.”

D’Molina was the guest of honor at the We Will Survive Cancer event, hosted by the nonprofit of the same name.

We Will Survive Cancer helps cancer patients who lack the financial ability to cover all treatment options with funding as well as providing a support group to better the lives of cancer victims and their families.

The event was held at the prestigious L2 Lounge in Washington DC, and featured a silent auction of items contributed by individuals and various charitable groups. Besides the guest of honor, the event featured artist Tameka Contee, who painted an original and personalized piece around the theme of “Hope” given towards the auction as well.

The L2 Lounge was a gracious backdrop for such an event, with its exposed brick walls, intimate layout, displayed art work and top of the line sound system and video projections. The music was provided by well-renowned DJ Neekola, who spun everything from Hi-

Guest of Honor Gloria D’Molina (center)
Photo Curtesy of: Diane Crawford, Red Carpet Concierge Washington DC, a Red Carpet Media Group

a Ma by the late Miriam Makeba to Avicii’s Levels. Even the cocktail of the night contributed to the “pink” theme; The Pom being a delicate mixture of pomegranate juice and vodka with some extra sweet additives.

Everyone was touched by D’Molina’s inspirational story and her simple plea of not taking any moment for granted and just smile more. The simple act of smiling from within, according D’Molina can change someone’s day and mood drastically.

“Someone once told me, that you can have the best makeup and the pretties outfit in the world, but if you don’t have a smile on your face, you’re not dressed good enough,” D’Molina said.

 

For more information on We Will Survive Cancer and how you can donate and get involved, visit their website at: http://www.wewillsurvivecancer.org

For more information on the featured artist Tameka Contee, you can visit her website here: http://www.conteecreation.com/