Alessandro Reale has always had aspirations to be an author. When he was six years old, he penned his first “book”: a three-page story about a teddy bear.

Over the years, Alessandro continued to compose stories. It wasn’t until the summer before his 14th birthday that he began working on his first real book.

Alessandro spent the entire summer with a bad cough that kept him indoors. Instead of re-watching Lord of the Rings for the umpteenth time, he decided to sit down at the computer and get to work on creating his own story.

It would be almost seven years before Alessandro would actually finish this story. On August 19th, 2011, Alessandro self-published his first book: the young adult fantasy novel, Dodger’s Doorway.

Alessandro would eventually go back and rewrite Dodger’s Doorway after honing his writing skills. Once he had released the second edition of the book, he worked on completing the sequel. Return to Storyworld was published at the end of 2016.

The Kisses for Kyle Foundation offers a variety of services to families fighting childhood cancer in the Delaware Valley.

Often, a child’s cancer diagnosis will leave a parent deciding between working to pay their bills and focusing on their child’s care. It can be impossible for working parents to be there to take them to doctor’s appointments and medical tests, and to comfort them through surgeries, chemotherapy, and radiation. Taking a leave from work can lead to unexpected financial concerns and cause undue stress during an already difficult time.

We provide financial assistance to help with bills, including, for example, rent and mortgage, car payments, utility bills, travel expenses, wigs, and food. In addition, we also cover funeral expenses as needed.

The Kisses for Kyle Foundation believes that the entire family is affected when a child is battling cancer. Additionally, the child is struggling to feel “normal”, and other children in the family can feel left out while attention is focused on fighting cancer.

Although our main goal is to help with direct financial assistance, we also provide gifts and donate items to comfort the entire family, not just the child battling cancer. These gifts are provided throughout the year, as well as through our annual Holiday Wish List. Coordinated through the generous help of our supporters, our Wish List allows children to request specific items for the holidays. Past requests have ranged from a doll with hair or computer game to basic needs such as a mattress on which to sleep or a coat to keep them warm through the winter.

Tuesday June 2, 2026 at 7PM

Welcome to Jenkintown’s 34th Annual Sunset 5K Run.  Enjoy our beautiful  neighborhoods, and celebrate afterwards on our town square.

Are you ready to run the Summit? This challenging tree lined 5k course winds it’s way through the borough of Jenkintown without crossing Old York Rd. One of the largest  evening 5K runs around. Come on out and join us! Live Music, food and prizes for all age groups.

Run Benefits : The Kiwanis Foundation of Jenkintown.

This race is about more than miles. Last year, the Kiwanis Club of Jenkintown donated $25,000 to 39 nonprofits supporting children’s needs in our community and beyond. The Jenkintown Sunset 5K helps make that impact possible.

If you have any questions please contact the race director: Stuart Tollen at: [email protected]