CureSearch for Children's Cancer

What if one weekend could change lives? Ultimate Hike isn’t just about covering miles on breathtaking trails; it’s about making strides against pediatric cancer. Every step you take helps fund groundbreaking research for better, safer treatments for children battling cancer. You’ll join a team of passionate adventurers, united in turning a love for the outdoors into real impact. It’s more than a hike—it’s a movement for brighter futures. Register today at ultimatehike.org and choose from 8 trails around the country! #hiking #outdoors #pediatriccancer

Have you known me within the past 4 years? If so, you’ve known I’ve worked as a pediatric oncology social worker at the Dell Children’s Blood and Cancer Center here in Austin. 💛 Working with children and families impacted by a cancer diagnosis has been one of the greatest privileges of my life and one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. Seeing kids battle with cancer at 2 years old or 23 years old…it’s never okay. This year I’ve decided to help them fight in a very tangible way. I’ve joined the CureSearch for Children's Cancer Ultimate Hike where I have 2 goals: 1. Hike 26.6 miles on March 29th 🥾 2. Raise $2,500 to support pediatric cancer research 💵 It’s time to tell pediatric cancer to take a hike. Will you join me? https://lnkd.in/dv5PrZvj 🔗

New Year - Same great community partners! 🎆 Huge thank you to Johnson & Johnson and their Spring House R&D office for participating in CureSearch for Children's Cancer's Notes of Hope program. I even had the opportunity to share about CureSearch's work with their Belgian colleagues! 🇧🇪 Near or far - each partnership brings us a step closer to eradicating pediatric cancer and we are always grateful to those who join us in our mission!

The 2025 federal budget cuts critical initiatives supporting pediatric cancer research, leaving children with fewer treatment options and families with greater uncertainty. Programs like the Accelerating Kids’ Access to Care Act were eliminated, threatening access and progress. CureSearch doesn’t rely on government funding, but these cuts make your support more vital than ever. Together, we can ensure no child is left behind. Read more from our President & CEO, Kay Koehler, and learn how you can stand with us at the following link: https://lnkd.in/gR_4Tmau

Because of you, this year has been filled with hope and lifesaving progress. Thank you for standing with us to end children’s cancer. 💛 #pediatriccancer #cancerresearch

As we reflect on the year, we celebrate the incredible progress being made in childhood cancer research, thanks to leaders like Dr. Crystal Mackall. Her work on CAR-T cell therapy has shown promise in treating deadly brain cancers like DIPG. One patient, after participating in a Stanford trial, has been cancer-free for four years! With breakthroughs like this, hope is growing. Join us in supporting this vital research and help us reach our $150K goal to give more children a chance at a brighter future.

ATRT is a very tough-to-treat pediatric brain tumor, but Dr. John Prensner is exploring something entirely new. He’s studying tiny pieces of DNA, once thought unimportant, to find new ways to treat this disease. Read more about this groundbreaking project made possible by your support: https://lnkd.in/egisr8iH --- We're proud to help fund Dr. Prensner's project with support from the Jeff Gordon Children's Foundation and Violet’s Village, to bring new hope to kids and families fighting ATRT. 👨⚕️ John Prensner, University of Michigan Medical School

🎅 ‼️ NICE LIST ALERT ‼️ 🎅 Yesterday we had a wonderful holiday party at Microsoft - with employees participating in CureSearch for Children's Cancer's Notes of Hope program. These colorful cards will be brought to local pediatric oncology units, serving as little pockets of sunshine and providing words of encouragement for kids currently undergoing treatment. Thank you Nusirat Fahm, Dr. Danesha "Dee" Chisholm CIA, CFE, CRMA, CGAP, and the Blacks at Microsoft - National Capital Area (BAM NCA) Employee Resource Group for your support of pediatric cancer research! #curesearch #childhoodcancer

We’re proud to introduce our latest funded researcher, Dr. Prensner of University of Michigan Medical School, whose groundbreaking work is made possible by your support! Dr. Prensner is tackling atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumor (ATRT), one of the most aggressive pediatric brain tumors. His innovative approach explores something entirely new: tiny pieces of DNA, once considered unimportant, that could hold the key to developing targeted treatments for this devastating disease. This research offers hope for families facing ATRT and is a critical step toward better outcomes for children with cancer. As part of CureSearch's growing co-funding model, the project is generously supported in part by the Jeff Gordon Children's Foundation (JGCF) and Violet's Village: The Violet Kenney Legacy Fund at CureSearch. Learn more about Dr. Prensner: https://lnkd.in/giDWih2Q

As the chair of the CureSearch Utah Chapter, I had the privilege of organizing our first fundraising event for childhood cancer research at a local holiday market. This event was a true team effort, made possible by the incredible support of my fellow chair members: Julia Mills, M.A. (to my right), Steffi Lietzke (to my left), Brandon Hoyt, Richard Heinz, PhD (not pictured), and our community engagement manager, Lauren Rump. Together, we took an important step toward advancing research and making a difference for children battling cancer. #curesearch #childhoodcancer