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How to Fundraise Through Sports for the Brain Tumor Community Sports have the unique ability to unite people, creating a sense of camaraderie, teamwork, and shared purpose in a community that few other activities can match. Whether it’s a friendly softball tournament, a basketball game, or a pickleball match, sporting events offer a unique way to rally family, friends, and the greater community to fundraise […] October 4, 2024

From Heartache to Hope: The Story Behind the Bob Burns Memorial 5K Kelly T. cheered on more than 100 runners at the 2023 Bob Burns Memorial 5K while holding up two giant number balloons to celebrate 10 years of her Fundraise Your Way event that she started in her father’s memory. Kelly’s father, Bob, was diagnosed with oligodendroglioma when she was 16.  “He worked in construction until […] April 19, 2024

“Deadlift Diva” Honors Daughter’s Memory by Hosting a Community Fundraiser When Jesse C. and his older sister LaTosha C. decided to host a charity powerlifting meet in memory of her daughter, who passed away nearly 20 years prior from a brain tumor, Jesse knew he wanted to hit his 700-lb. deadlift goal at that meet. On the day of the meet, the energy in the […] September 8, 2023

Play Hurt: Family Mantra Inspires Fundraiser After Glioblastoma Diagnosis As a former football player who spent six seasons in the NFL, Brad White knew firsthand the importance of a strong work ethic and playing through pain. His grit and tenacity extended well beyond the playing field into his post-football career. When Brad was diagnosed with glioblastoma (GBM) in July 2021, he tackled his diagnosis […] July 17, 2023

Turning Lemons into Lemonade After a Glioblastoma Diagnosis “Get your ice-cold lemonade!” These words reverberated through the air outside the Yale School of Medicine as Claire and Molly Lindenbach tried to garner sales for their “Lemon-Aid” Stand. The unusual sight attracted the attention of students and professionals working in the area.  Only four months earlier, Claire and Molly’s dad, Brett, worked as a […] August 4, 2022