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Dan Olsen is the founder of Christopher's Haven, a non-profit 501(c) (3) dedicated at providing a home for kids when cancer hits home. After his 3rd battle with cancer, he turned his focus on creating a safe, clean, state-of-the-art respite center for children and their families receiving proton radiation treatment at MassGeneral Hospital for Children in Boston.
For the last 9 years Dan has been focused almost full time on philanthropy, participating in the development and execution of hundreds of events and activities dedicated at raising awareness and funds to support Christopher's Haven. In 2009 he received the prestigious 100 award presented by MassGeneral Hospital honoring 100 groups and individuals who are making a difference in cancer care.
At the same time, Dan is a successful actor, songwriter and musician. He has been seen in numerous movies, music videos and has written and produced 3 full length CDs. He is also an accomplished Martial Arts Instructor with a 5th degree black belt.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing from Northeastern University and a Masters in Non-profit development from Lesley University.
Since young adulthood, Bruce has been involved in volunteer service. He served four years as treasurer for Camp Wilmot, a camp of the Presbyterian Church, PCUSA. Bruce has been a board member of the Middlesex County Prison Coordinating Committee, an inter-faith citizen advisory group. He has also served nine years on the leadership board of his local church in Sudbury, MA, and is currently its clerk. Bruce is also happy to be currently participating in the leadership of the high school youth group at his church.
Bruce has served as Vice President and Treasurer since the time he was asked by Dan Olsen at the launch of the vision that has become Christopher's Haven.
Bruce has worked for Dynamics Research Corporation since 1985, primarily in the field of online and computer-based training. He holds a MS degree from Boston University in Computer Information Systems and a BA in Applied Mathematics from the University of Maine.