Events & Fundraisers Archives - Children's Cancer Research Fund https://childrenscancer.org/category/events/ Children's Cancer Research Fund invests in lifesaving, leading-edge research in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure of childhood cancers and blood-related disorders. Mon, 25 Mar 2024 18:09:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Dream Maker Award 2024 https://childrenscancer.org/dream-maker-award-2024/ Mon, 25 Mar 2024 17:45:59 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=14034 Children’s Cancer Research Fund (CCRF) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 Dream Maker Award: R.J. and Liz Shook of Boca Raton, FL.

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]]> Teeing Up for a Cure https://childrenscancer.org/teeing-up-for-a-cure-nicholas-cisewski/ Tue, 10 Oct 2023 20:05:14 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=13686 Humbled. Hopeful. Loved.  Those are just some of the emotions the family of Nicholas Cisewski feels every year during the Nicholas Cisewski Memorial Golf Tournament in Minnesota. The tournament recently celebrated its 10th year of converging on the green in Nick’s honor, raising nearly $20,000 in support of childhood cancer research.  Throughout Nick’s 14 years of life, he was “a kid that everyone knew,” his ...

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]]> Turning Pain into Purpose – Riding for Mary https://childrenscancer.org/turning-pain-into-purpose-riding-for-mary/ Wed, 20 Sep 2023 19:44:46 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=13548 In 2006, Mary, a strong and talented track runner, was slated to head off to her first year of college. She visited her doctor for the required physical check-up that was standard. But this exam turned out to be far from routine, and it would forever change the lives of Mary and her family.

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]]> Great Cycle Challenge Rider Guillermo Pous Fernández – Beyond the Bike https://childrenscancer.org/great-cycle-challenge-guillermo/ Thu, 31 Aug 2023 20:24:13 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=13368 When Guillermo Pous Fernández first signed up to participate in Great Cycle Challenge (GCC), he never predicted that he’d eventually raise tens of thousands of dollars each year — he just enjoyed cycling. Thanks to a GCC Facebook ad in 2017, Guillermo learned that he could ride his bike while making a difference. GCC is an annual cycling challenge that dedicates its funds to Children’s ...

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]]> Great Cycle Challenge – Riding for Tim and JR https://childrenscancer.org/great-cycle-challenge-riding-for-tim-and-jr/ Wed, 19 Jul 2023 14:01:44 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=13079 There’s a saying that goes, “People will never truly understand something until it happens to them.” For Mary, this was an unfortunate reality that hit her when her adult nephew was diagnosed with osteosarcoma two years ago. The love Mary has for children is incomparable, she strives to help them in as many ways as she wants them to experience a “happy, carefree childhood, not ...

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]]> Raising Hope for Kids at Camp Norden https://childrenscancer.org/raising-hope-for-kids-at-camp-norden/ Mon, 22 May 2023 15:41:38 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=12695 Jam Hops is an organization that focuses on building the character and self-esteem of children through fun, safe physical activities. Their mission aligns with that of Children’s Cancer Research Fund (CCRF), which is dedicated to funding lifesaving treatments and research for children with cancer along with funding programs that enhance healing and care for families. Because of this mission alignment, Jam Hops decided to host ...

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]]> Streaming for a Cause https://childrenscancer.org/streaming-for-a-cause/ Mon, 17 Apr 2023 17:32:38 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=12500 In a world where every child should have the opportunity to grow up healthy and happy, childhood cancer is a devastating reality that affects thousands of families each year. But for one Twitch streamer fighting cancer herself, making a difference for children with cancer has become a passion and a mission.

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]]> A Party with a Purpose https://childrenscancer.org/a-party-with-a-purpose/ Wed, 01 Feb 2023 16:39:11 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=12356 Since 2009, Meg McElroy has been raising awareness and funds for Children’s Cancer Research Fund (CCRF). Meg is an 8th grade English teacher and leader within the local teachers’ union. She lives in Queens, NY where she has many hobbies including reading, going for hikes and fundraising!  Meg McElroy Meg came across CCRF when she was looking for an organization that she could believe in ...

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]]> Honoring David’s Legacy https://childrenscancer.org/honoring-davids-legacy/ Thu, 22 Dec 2022 17:23:50 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=12240 It’s never easy to see your loved ones dying, however David’s passing did not stop his sister Gabrielle in continuing to find a cure for osteosarcoma. The longer David battled with cancer, the more she chose to dive into biomedical research at The National Institute of Health and at North Carolina State University. Working in the lab, Gabrielle was surprised to find out that patient ...

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]]> Belka Games Charity Event in Solitaire Cruise Raised More Than $130,000 https://childrenscancer.org/belka-games-charity-event-in-solitaire-cruise/ Thu, 15 Dec 2022 18:38:12 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=12218 Belka Games partnered up with Children's Cancer Research Fund to run an in-game charity event during the holiday season in Solitaire Cruise. The event ran for 14 days and raised an incredible $132,187 to support better, safer treatment options for kids fighting cancer.

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]]> Standing Up Against Childhood Cancer https://childrenscancer.org/standing-up-against-childhood-cancer/ Fri, 02 Dec 2022 21:13:28 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=12170 Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (CCAM) is recognized every September by childhood cancer organizations around the world. The goal of CCAM is to increase awareness and raise funds for childhood cancer research.  This year, Children’s Cancer Research Fund (CCRF) raised awareness with the theme “it’s all of us against childhood cancer”. We’d like to highlight some of the fundraisers who raised money and awareness this CCAM.   ...

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]]> Great Cycle Challenge – Riding for Antonio https://childrenscancer.org/great-cycle-challenge-riding-for-antonio/ Mon, 15 Aug 2022 18:00:25 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=11553 When Jeff and Kelly’s son, Antonio, was diagnosed with leukemia, they felt helpless and alone in their fear for the future.

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]]> Rucking 26.2 Miles for Nadine https://childrenscancer.org/rucking-26-2-miles-for-nadine/ Thu, 26 May 2022 19:04:44 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=11066 The Korab-Miller family have been great supporters of the Zach Sobiech Osteosarcoma Fund. It all started when Ben Korab decided to fundraise to honor his sister, Nadine, who is currently battling osteosarcoma. Ben incentivized donors by “rucking” in Madison, Wisconsin. Shortly after, Nadine’s parents, David and Ruth Miller, made a significant donation to the Zach Sobiech Osteosarcoma Fund.   When Nadine Korab was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, ...

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]]> DIY Fundraising Highlight – Dr. Alpay Temiz https://childrenscancer.org/diy-fundraising-hightlight-dr-alpay-temiz/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 21:13:06 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=10157 Dr. Alpay Temiz earned a PhD in Philosophy, Biochemistry, and Molecular Genetics from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 2008. For the past 9 years, Temiz has worked at the University of Minnesota’s Masonic Cancer Center where he conducts research focused on osteosarcoma, NF1 syndrome and MPNST. Dr. Temiz worked very closely with a young man named Bryant Keller. Keller was a new ...

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]]> Our 7 best holiday fundraiser tips and tricks https://childrenscancer.org/our-7-best-holiday-fundraiser-tips-and-tricks/ Mon, 22 Nov 2021 15:42:22 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=9823 Meg McElroy says she started raising money for CCRF somewhat on accident. Since 2009, she’s hosted an annual holiday party to keep college friends coming together and include new friends she’s made along the way. When the party outgrew her small NYC apartment, she decided to turn the event into a party with a purpose. Leading up to the event, she sends out messages about ...

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]]> Our most popular fundraising ideas https://childrenscancer.org/our-most-popular-fundraising-ideas/ Fri, 16 Jul 2021 17:44:21 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=9028 Thousands of kids are fighting cancer right now – but your fundraiser could help make that fight easier.
When you fundraise for Children’s Cancer Research Fund, you’re helping us support the brightest and boldest minds whose groundbreaking research is saving children’s lives. Your fundraiser can be whatever you want it to be, so make it unique to you! Whether you want to host a walk, hold a bake sale or join a race, we will equip you with all the tools you need to create and complete a successful fundraiser.

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]]> How a small team of livestreamers raised over $12,000 for childhood cancer research https://childrenscancer.org/how-a-small-team-of-livestreamers-raised-over-12000-for-childhood-cancer-research/ Thu, 11 Mar 2021 17:29:26 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=8337 Eleven livestreamers teamed up and raised $12,399 in just five days for their World Cancer Day campaign. We talked to three of these livestreamers about how they use their platforms to entertain, educate and fundraise for good. When COVID-19 made it much less possible for Jarek Mueller, Stephanie Kelter and Katie Arcand to meet with friends in-person, they took their hobbies online. Jarek started streaming ...

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]]> Forbes/SHOOK™ Summit to Fuel Brain Tumor Research https://childrenscancer.org/forbes-shook-research-to-fuel-brain-tumor-research/ Fri, 15 Feb 2019 20:18:47 +0000 https://childrenscancer.org/?p=4102 Children’s Cancer Research Fund is proud to announce it has been selected as the philanthropy partner for the 2019 Forbes/SHOOK Top Advisors Summit in Las Vegas on February 25-27. The event, a gathering of the nation’s top wealth advisors, will raise funds to enable a clinical trial for a new, potentially lifesaving therapy for children with brain tumors, including glioblastoma, one of the deadliest pediatric ...

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