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June 25 2025 on a steamy night, day 2 of the East Coast Heat Wave. I had the honor of attending this beautiful event.

The event was held in Howell, NJ at Ignite Studios.

The event was a charity event fundraiser for Mount Sinai Hospital Dubin Center.

This beautiful event hosted by previvor Marissa Stachelski. The fashion show was by Mauve Shoppe located in Point Pleasant, NJ.

Mina D Jewelry is proud to be part of this event with a donation of a gift basket.

Here is the inspirational and emotional story behind the event :

Marisa’s journey is one of strength, love, and resilience. In December 2022, she was
diagnosed with colon cancer—an unexpected battle that, thankfully, required no further
treatment after surgery. But that diagnosis led to genetic testing, revealing she carries the
BRCA2 gene mutation, putting her at high risk for breast and ovarian cancer.

Determined to take control of her health, she underwent a preventative double mastectomy in 2023 and had her fallopian tubes removed in 2024. Through it all, her greatest motivation has been her two incredible boys and her amazingly supportive husband.

Beyond her health journey, Marisa is a passionate real estate agent with NextHome Realty,
where she believes in “humans over houses.” But today, her mission is even bigger: raising
awareness, funding research, and supporting those affected by cancer. This fundraiser is
more than just an event—it’s a testament to the courage to face the unknown, the strength of community, and the hope that together, we can make a difference.