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HEADstrong Foundation
Getting a HEAD of Cancer
Contact: Cheryl Colleluori
Phone: 610.461.5987
Email: HEADStrongFoundation@gmail.com
Local Nonprofit Opens its Doors to Help Families Fighting Cancer
The HEADstrong Foundation Celebrates the Opening of Nick’s House
HOLMES, Pa. -- Oct. 4, 2011 -- On Tuesday Sept. 27, 2011, The HEADstrong Foundation celebrated the grand
opening of “Nick’s House” a two-story commercial property that will now serve as the official “HEAD”quarters
for the foundation, while providing a free two-bedroom apartment to families with loved ones being treated in
the area. The opening of Nick’s House furthers the organization’s mission by lessening the financial burden put
on families battling cancer and providing them with all of the comforts of home, including computer access and
laundry facilities. Nick’s House was established through the generosity and vision of the family and friends of
Nick Colleluori.
The property, having been abandoned for three years and under major disrepair, was acquired by the
organization and renovated and furnished entirely with donated goods and services. After five months of work
and service from volunteers, the organization has opened its doors as a haven for families battling cancer in the
Philadelphia Metro area. The property will be able to fully house two families, complete with two bedrooms and
a living room and kitchen area, while providing the organization with ample office space in the bottom floor that
serves as the “HEAD”quarters for the foundation. The front of the structure also houses large warehouse space
for apparel storage.
The grand opening celebration on September 27 had an attendance of well over 200 participants, including the
likes of Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett. The event drew friends and family, as well as lacrosse enthusiasts
and supporters to the event. Cheryl Colleluori, president of The HEADStrong Foundation, said, “We are very
humbled that people believe in us and that the lacrosse world has been so supportive. Nicholas is our inspiration
and the lacrosse community is our encouragement.” Families inquiring about Nick’s House should send an
email to HEADstrongfoundation@gmail.com.
About The HEADStrong Foundation
The HEADstrong Foundation was founded in memory of the late Nick Colleluori who passed away in
2006 from Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma at the age of 21. During his 14-month battle with cancer, he devoted
his time to creating the foundation to help those who have been diagnosed with blood cancer and put
an end to this horrible disease. To learn more about Nick and the HEADstrong Foundation, visit www.
HEADstrongfoundation.org.
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please contact Cheryl Colleluori at HEADStrongFoundation@gmail.com or by calling 610-461-5987